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Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering Programme Catalogue 2021/2


UEAR-AKM07: MEng(Hons) Civil Engineering with Year long work placement

Leading to the award of MASTER OF ENGINEERING IN CIVIL ENGINEERING

Mode of attendance: Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement

Normal programme duration: 5 years

[Page last updated: 20 April 2021]

Possible DAPs for this programme:

Please see your programme handbook for circumstances where transfer to DAP may be permitted/required.

 

Possible exit awards for this programme:



Year 1

NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:
  • Transfer to DAP is not possible from this programme year.
  • Main assessment regulations: Appendix 11 [pdf]; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 12 [pdf].
  • Part 1 Stage 1 of this programme contributes 0% towards the final award classification


Semester 1: Part 1 Stage 1

Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR10369 Structures 1A 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]

Compulsory Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR10003 Building environment 1 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR10033 Geology and hydrology 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR10040 History & theory 1.1: vernacular architecture 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR10244 Design studio 1.1 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]


Semester 2: Part 1 Stage 1

Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR10370 Structures 1B 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]

Compulsory Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR10366 Computer applications 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR10367 Mathematics 1 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR10368 Surveying 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR10426 Materials science 1 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]


Notes:

  • Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
  • This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2021/22 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2022/23 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
  • NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
  • Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
  • Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.


Year 2

NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:
  • Transfer to DAP is not possible from this programme year.
  • Main assessment regulations: Appendix 11 [pdf]; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 12 [pdf].
  • Part 2 Stage 2 of this programme contributes 20% towards the final award classification


Semester 1: Part 2 Stage 2

Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR20385 Civil engineering hydraulics 1 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]

Compulsory Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR20238 Transportation infrastructure engineering 3 credits       [equivalent to 6 CATS credits]
AR20318 Civil engineering management 1 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR20386 Mathematics 2 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR20389 Structures 2 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR20390 Surveying and geology field course 3 credits       [equivalent to 6 CATS credits]


Semester 2: Part 2 Stage 2

Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR20478 Soil mechanics and foundation design 12 credits       [equivalent to 24 CATS credits]

Compulsory Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR20004 Building environment 2 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR20442 Structural design and construction 12 credits       [equivalent to 24 CATS credits]


Notes:

  • Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
  • This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2021/22 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2022/23 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
  • NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
  • Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
  • Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.


Year 3

NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:
  • Transfer to DAP may be possible from this programme year.
  • Main assessment regulations: Appendix 11 [pdf]; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 12 [pdf].
  • Part 2 Stage 3 of this programme contributes 0% towards the final award classification


Academic Year: Part 2 Stage 3

Compulsory Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR20384 Industrial placement 60 credits       [equivalent to 120 CATS credits]


Notes:

  • Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
  • This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2021/22 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2022/23 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
  • NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
  • Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
  • Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.


Year 4

NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:
  • Transfer to DAP is not possible from this programme year.
  • This is the penultimate stage of the programme.
  • Main assessment regulations: Appendix 11 [pdf]; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 12 [pdf].
  • Part 2 Stage 4 of this programme contributes 40% towards the final award classification


Academic Year: Part 2 Stage 4

Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR30315 Dissertation 12 credits       [equivalent to 24 CATS credits]


Semester 1: Part 2 Stage 4

Compulsory Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR30034 Geotechnical engineering 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR30344 Civil engineering hydraulics 2 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR30400 Structures 3 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR30401 Year 3 joint design project 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]


Semester 2: Part 2 Stage 4

Compulsory Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR30405 Coastal and water engineering 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR30412 Materials science 2 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]

Optional Units: Select 2 units from the following list:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR30402 Bridge engineering 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR30403 Building environment 3 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR30453 Engineering risk and uncertainty 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]


Notes:

  • Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
  • This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2021/22 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2022/23 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
  • NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
  • Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
  • Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.


Year 5

It may be possible for students to take AR40430 (Study abroad) in place of the S1 units listed here subject to the approval of the Director of Studies.

NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:
  • Transfer to DAP may be possible from this programme year.
  • Exemption: Students passing (P1 or P2) fewer than 48 credits in Part 3 will be transferred to the DAP. Part & stage weightings for this programme are 0:20:0:40:40 instead of 0:16:0:34:50.
  • Main assessment regulations: Appendix 27 (Section B) [pdf]; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 28 (Section B) [pdf].
  • Part 3 Stage 5 of this programme contributes 40% towards the final award classification


Academic Year: Part 3 Stage 5

Optional Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 1 units from the following list:
Students will normally only be able to take this unit if they achieve over 70% in AR30315 in Year 4. Students who successfully gain a place on AR40443 will be able to drop an optional unit they have selected in S1 and S2.
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR40443 Advanced research dissertation 12 credits       [equivalent to 24 CATS credits]


Semester 1: Part 3 Stage 5

Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR40325 Group design project - civil 12 credits       [equivalent to 24 CATS credits]

Compulsory Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR40413 Structures 4 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]

Optional Units: Select 2 units from the following list:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR40392 Natural building materials 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR40418 Advanced timber engineering 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR40419 Sustainable concrete technology 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR40446 Public health engineering for developing communities 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]


Semester 2: Part 3 Stage 5

Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR40305 Civil infrastructure design project 12 credits       [equivalent to 24 CATS credits]

Compulsory Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR40324 Advanced geotechnical engineering 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]

Optional Units: Select 2 units from the following list:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
AR40301 Conservation engineering 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR40302 Architectural structures 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]
AR40319 Advanced construction management 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits]


Notes:

  • Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
  • This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2021/22 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2022/23 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
  • NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
  • Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
  • Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.