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Foundation year
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The course comprises four themes:
civil engineering, mathematical methods, applied mathematics (mechanics), and physics.
You can expect about 15 hours of contact per week and will be studying
independently for at least the same amount of time. Your assessment will be in the form of
coursework assignments, in-class tests and examinations at the end of each of
the two semesters.
Core modules
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Civil Engineering (CIVL050)
This module provides an introduction to the civil engineering profession and to the types of careers open to graduates in this discipline. Relevant transferable skills are also introduced to support a group project which aims to develop an appreciation of the knowledge and skills required for progression to the civil engineering degree programmes.
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Mathematical Methods I (MATH051)
This module is intended to show how mathematics is a fundamental part of the world of engineering, science and computing as well as of the world around us. Assuming a base of GCSE grade C, the lectures and assessments are designed to lead to an understanding of the application of mathematics to GCE A Level grade C and above.
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Mathematical Methods II (MATH053)
This module is intended to show how mathematics is a fundamental part of the world of engineering and science as well as of the world around us. It extends the mathematics taught in MATH051 to include complex numbers, differential equations and numerical methods.
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Applied Mathematics (MATH058)
This module provides an introduction to applied mathematics. The focus of the module is on the use of mechanics to solve basic problems of an engineering and scientific nature in the real world. Topics studied are: modelling; forces; vectors; kinematics in one and two dimensions; Newton's laws; moments and energy.
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Physics I (PHYS050)
This module provides an introduction to physics and its applications in science and engineering. This module assumes little previous knowledge of physics.
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Physics II (PHYS051)
This module continues the work in Physics I, providing an introduction to physics and its applications in science and engineering.
Every undergraduate taught course has a detailed programme specification document describing the course aims, the course structure, the teaching and learning methods, the learning outcomes and the rules of assessment.
The following programme specification represents the latest course structure and may be subject to change:
BEng Civil Engineering with Foundation Year programme specification 3797
The modules shown for this course are those currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new modules. Please note that programme structures and individual modules are subject to amendment from time to time as part of the University’s curriculum enrichment programme and in line with changes in the University’s policies and requirements.
In light of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the changeable nature of the situation and any updates to government guidance, we may need to make further, last minute adjustments to how we deliver our teaching and learning on some or all of our programmes, at any time during the academic year. We want to reassure you that even if we do have to adjust the way in which we teach our programmes, we will be working to maintain the quality of the student learning experience and learning outcomes at all times.