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Undergraduate 2027

Undergraduate 2025

MEng | Undergraduate

Structural Engineering with Architecture with a year in industry

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Entry year : Academic Year 2027/28

Entry requirements : AAB

Attendance : 5 years (Full-time) \

UCAS Code : H2KC

Placement : Yes

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Structural Engineering with Architecture is concerned with the planning, design, construction, sustainability, management, energy use, aesthetics and rehabilitation of the built environment.\ \ Fields of activity include architectural design, structures, foundations, building technology, urban space and form and architecture. Structural engineers require not only technical skills, but are also concerned with working in, and managing, multidisciplinary design teams.\ \ You will have the opportunity to tailor your studies according to your skills and interest after a common first year with our three complementary pathway programmes:\ • Civil Engineering • Structural Engineering with\ Architecture • Environmental and Civil Engineering\ \ However you choose to specialise, you’ll be tackling\ some of the biggest challenges of the modern world, such as achieving sustainable living in an increasingly urbanised society. As the demands on resources such as water, energy and land increase, there will be a strong need for qualified Structural and Civil Engineers with the relevant technical skills to meet the challenges which lie ahead, but who also possess an ethical awareness of the environmental impact of the projects they undertake.\ \ Structural Engineering with Architecture is one of a family of Civil Engineering degrees at Queen's University Belfast. Civil Engineering was one of the founding degrees at Queen's, making it one of the oldest in the UK and Ireland. However, it remains one of the most sought-after careers with the potential to solve the challenges facing modern society.

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Professional Accreditations

Civil Engineering at Queens is an Academic Partner of the Institution of Civil Engineers and we have one of the highest graduate employment rates in the Russell Group of Universities.

This degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) comprising the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, Institute of Highway Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Permanent Way Institution on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng). See https://www.jbm.org.uk/ for further information.

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Industry Links

Our strong links with local, national and international employers provided our graduates with access to a wide range of opportunities; for example, the opportunity for sponsorship through the national QUEST Scholarship Scheme. We also have a Civil Engineering Advisory Panel, which includes members from the major employers.

Career Development

All of our Structural and Civil Engineering degrees come with the option of a placement year in industry. Students can spend up to 12 months getting hands on experience in a real engineering environment with a relevant company. Students have gained work placements with organisations such as Arup, AECOM, RPS, Tetra Tech, Doran Consulting, Mott MacDonald, Jacobs, McLaughlin & Harvey, Farrans Construction, and Graham Construction.\ \ All major building projects require structural engineers for concept, design and construction. They complement the expertise of architects and, with their broad knowledge of structures, materials and services, structural Engineering with Architecture graduates are ideally suited to this role. They may also expect to find employment in the expanding area of civil engineering, building management, maintenance and refurbishment.\ \ Our graduates can choose from a range of rewarding and challenging careers in structural and civil engineering. Furthermore, due to their wide range of transferrable skills, they are also highly sought after in finance, accountancy, commerce, education and research.

Internationally Renowned Experts

Queen’s is a leader in structural and civil engineering research, and our exceptional teaching is informed by the latest research into global challenges such as environmentally sustainable urban development and prosperity and technological innovation. Students also have the opportunity to learn from staff and guest lecturers who are engaged in international, award winning research and practice.

https://www.qub.ac.uk/schools/NBE/Disciplines/civil-and-structural-engineering/

Student Experience

Our pathway options offer students the flexibility to choose the right direction for their future career and include Civil/Environmental/Structural Engineering with a Year\ in Industry, which incorporates a placement year with a top employer.\ \ There are further opportunities to work or study abroad through the International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience (IAESTE), Erasmus and Study USA exchange programmes.

https://www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/sgc/careers/GlobalOpportunities/go-global-search-tool/Name,1412509,en.html

"Structural Engineering with Architecture allowed me to discover my interest in the Built Environment, as well as, develop a constant working relationship with Civil Engineers and Architects throughout my time at Queens. I picked up many valuable skills that have helped me progress as a young engineer and obtain a graduate job through a successful placement year."\ \ Jessica Lee,\ Graduate Civil Engineer with Design ID

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