Certificate of Higher Education - CHE

Master of Engineering (SW) - SMG

Programme Structure

HNC/HND (Cognate) Level 4 Entry: Pass Level 5 Entry: Pass with Merits in 96 credits from level 5 modules.

HNC/HND (Cognate) Level 4 Entry: Pass Level 5 Entry: Pass with Merits in 96 credits from level 5 modules. Offerings: All

Level 4: 128 UCAS points: Minimum Two A2 levels

Level 4: 128 UCAS points: Minimum Two A2 levels Offerings: All

Overseas student applicants must have the equivalent qualifications as UK students. In addition they must have achieved an IELTS score of at least 6.

Overseas student applicants must have the equivalent qualifications as UK students. In addition they must have achieved an IELTS score of at least 6. Offerings: All

24 IB points Offerings: All

Foundation degree Level 5 entry: Foundation Degree in Civil Engineering with a final award mark of at least 65%. BSc in Civil Engineering Level 6 entry: Appropriate degree in Civil Engineering from an approved institution, with a mean mark of at least 60% in the final year. Progression from JMU B.Eng. in Civil Engineering Level 6 entry: available for JMU students who have completed level 5 JMU B.Eng. in Civil Engineering with a capped mean mark from all level 5 modules of at least 55%.

Foundation degree Level 5 entry: Foundation Degree in Civil Engineering with a final award mark of at least 65%. BSc in Civil Engineering Level 6 entry: Appropriate degree in Civil Engineering from an approved institution, with a mean mark of at least 60% in the final year. Progression from JMU B.Eng. in Civil Engineering Level 6 entry: available for JMU students who have completed level 5 JMU B.Eng. in Civil Engineering with a capped mean mark from all level 5 modules of at least 55%. Offerings: All

Recognise the moral and ethical issues of construction, sustainability, the environment, and scientific enquiry and experimentation.

Work with limited or contradictory information.

Demonstrate awareness of needs of others, and creation of good working relationships; teamwork and leadership.

Select and evaluate appropriate computer based methods for modelling and analysing engineering problems.

Use scientific principles in the modelling and analysis of civil engineering structures, systems, and processes.

Produce solutions to problems through the application of engineering knowledge and understanding.

Use scientific evidence based methods in the solution of problems.

Undertake elements of technical and commercial risk evaluation.

Use appropriate mathematical methods for modelling and analysing civil engineering problems.

Act responsibly in the achievement of the `triple bottom line' (social, economic and environmental) outcomes.

Apply codes of practice and the regulatory framework.

Manage, using commercial considerations, Civil Engineering projects.

Apply the engineering approach to the solution of problems.

Understand the characteristics of engineering materials and construction materials.

Design civil engineering structures, processes and systems.

Undertake experimental laboratory and field work.

Apply effective project implementation within Civil Engineering Practice.

Understand the scientific principles underpinning Civil Engineering.

Produce solutions to problems through synthesis of ideas from a wide range of sources.

Take an appropriate role in commercial and industrial situations.

Use relevant testing and measurement equipment safely.

Undertake and evaluate research and develop and communicate ideas.

Undertake practical testing of design ideas in laboratory or through simulation to generate data for technical analysis and critical evaluation.

Undertake management and application of safe systems of work and evaluation of these systems.

Use scientific principles in the development of engineering solutions to practical problems of a non-routine nature.

Research for information to develop and critically appraise ideas.

Make appropriate use of the principles of ITC relevant to Civil Engineering.

Use general and specific ICT tools effectively.

Select and apply appropriate mathematical methods for modelling and analysing civil engineering problems.

Course Catalogue

Civil Engineering - 25019 - MEng (SW)