This unique course has been developed in close liaison with the railway industry, which means that what students will learn is relevant and immediately-applicable. Studies will focus on core civil engineering as well as specialised study on railway infrastructure, including railway management and a railway design project. Students will benefit from the expertise available in our Birmingham Centre for Railway Research and Education, which performs world-leading research in railway infrastructure, geotechnics, aerodynamics and risk management.

The courses are designed to give students as many opportunities as possible to tackle problems by applying taught materials in design exercises. These interdisciplinary design projects thread through our degree programmes, increasing in complexity as the course continues. Students will work alongside Mechanical and Electrical Engineers to develop designs for technologies with impact in the world.

During this degree, students will be actively involved in developing the specific design and professional skills required by Civil Engineers and will tackle numerous design problems to develop their analytical, technical and decision-making abilities. Whilst studying all the major Civil Engineering subjects, they will also gain experience in a range of railway system issues and disciplines.

The university has excellent links with industry to help students gain real-world experience during their study, and to prepare them for entering the workplace as a graduate. Civil engineering is all about helping people and shaping the world.