Course Summary

The Foundation course provides a pathway to BEng and MEng degree courses in Civil Engineering. The emphasis in the Foundation course is on developing your study skills and ability in mathematics and mechanics. The course also suits mature applicants who need to update their technical knowledge and study skills. This course is designed for students who have the potential to study Civil Engineering at City, but don’t have the entry requirements to apply directly to a degree.

Course Details - Modules

On this one-year course, you’ll develop a firm foundation in key topics related to civil engineering. You will study: - Mechanics - Computing and IT - Communication and study skills - Mathematics - Physics You will study theory classes at Westminster Kingsway College and conduct laboratory work at City, University of London. This will prepare you to progress to a degree at City upon successful completion of the course.

Course Details – Assessment Method

You will be assessed using a variety of methods, including: Written assignments and Coursework, including essays: these may take the form of case studies in which you will be expected to relate your essay to a particular service user or as support for another assessment such as a poster presentation Written examinations: including short answer questions, multiple choice questions, calculations, scenario-based.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: H202

Institution code: C60

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Foundation

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

CCC to include A level Mathematics at grade C or AS level Mathematics at grade A A level General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship are not accepted

96 UCAS tariff points from A/AS levels including A level Mathematics at grade C or AS level Mathematics at grade A

28 points total, including Higher Level Mathematics at grade 4 OR 28 points total, including Higher Level Physics/Biology/Chemistry at grade 4 and Standard Level Mathematics at grade 5.

DDM in Engineering (First teaching Sept 2016 RQF ONLY) with minimum grade M in units 1 - Engineering Principles, 7 - Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and 8 - Further Engineering Mathematics. Candidates must also have a minimum of grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics and Science/Physics.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.city.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/civil-engineering-foundation-programme

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 74%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 70%

Go onto work and study: 85%

Fees and funding

England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
EU 11400.0 Year 1
International 11400.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

Northampton Square
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City of London
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