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Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Finding solutions to major societal challenges - from climate change and urbanisation to transport, energy, and more.

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Tackle the world's most pressing challenges and shape the future of the natural and built environment with our integrated Master's programme for undergraduates.

Graduate with a distinguished MEng degree, learn from world-class civil engineers, and thrive in the UK's top-ranked department for Civil and Environmental Engineering.

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We train the next generation of engineers that can respond to society’s needs, drawing on extensive academic expertise, prioritising hands-on experience, and embedding industry engagement.

Research

As the UK leader in engineering research (REF 2021), we address pressing global challenges like climate change, urbanisation, renewable energy, sustainable transport, and infrastructure resilience.

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Our facilities

Our state-of-the-art, modern facilities are amongst the best equipped in Europe and support world-leading research and education.