BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

Launch your civil engineering career in Derby with a Degree Apprenticeship designed in partnership with leading construction and infrastructure employers. This programme combines academic study with practical experience, preparing you to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving sector.

The BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering (Apprenticeship) has been co-created with a diverse range of industry partners to ensure it reflects real-world needs. Employers including Kier, Seddon, Bentley, AECOM, Greenhatch, Waterman Aspen, Heidelberg Materials, and Devonshire Property Group have helped shape the curriculum, embedding the technical, digital, and sustainability skills required in today’s civil engineering roles.

Informed by employer feedback, the programme includes content on Building Information Modelling (BIM), REVIT, low-carbon construction, and infrastructure resilience. It also supports the development of key professional attributes such as ethical practice, leadership, innovation, and effective communication - preparing apprentices for long-term career success.

Who is this course for?

Our apprenticeship programme is suitable for individuals who undertake design, feasibility, project planning or site work for projects and operations in road, rail, water, infrastructure management, including safety and quality checks.

Strong professional credentials

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 as fully satisfying the educational base for an Incorporated Engineer (IEng).

The curriculum is mapped to the Civil Engineer Degree Apprenticeship Standard ST0417 (v1.1), ensuring apprentices gain the academic foundation and practical competencies expected across the sector.

This alignment supports Ofsted’s expectations for curriculum intent, ambition, and relevance.

A dedicated Industry Advisory Board provides continuous input, helping the programme stay agile and aligned with sector developments. This ensures apprentices graduate with the capabilities employers need - confident, capable, and ready to make an impact.

The apprenticeship promotes British Values and safeguards vulnerable individuals from harm. These principles are embedded in the teaching and learning strategy and discussed during personal tutor meetings.

End Point Assessment (EPA)

The Civil Engineer Degree Apprenticeship standard includes an integrated EPA as part of the BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering. The EPA is delivered as a 40-credit module in Year 5, and apprentices must pass through the EPA Gateway before starting this final phase.

Why studying a Higher Degree Apprenticeship in Civils has benefited Anna

Benefits to Employers

• Offers an apprenticeship which has been specifically designed to meet the requirements of the Degree Apprenticeship in civil engineering, so qualifies for the Levy.
• Appentices will undertake degree level and on-the-job practical training enabling them to contribute to the business at a strategic level before they graduate.
• Curriculum has been designed to reflect the latest developments in civil, structural, geotechnical, hydraulic, surveying and transport infrastructure engineering within the construction and service industry so that graduates will have cutting-edge skills.
• Access for your apprentices to the latest resources in engineering at the University including construction methods, site investigations, new and composite materials and latest computer-aided design software.

Support for Apprentices

We are committed to supporting your academic wellbeing and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Academic support includes:

• Early intervention for academic challenges or missed classes
• Mentoring and tutoring to build confidence
• Flexible deadlines for mental health support
• Peer support networks
• Student-led wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive communities where students feel seen, heard and supported

Upon completing the apprenticeship you can:

• Continue working in the civil engineering industry
• Progress to postgraduate study, such as an MSc in Civil Engineering and Construction Management
• Explore other postgraduate options at different institutions

By the end of the apprenticeship, you may eligible to appy for IEng status. This may be undertaken alongside your EPA, subject to discussion with your tripartite reviewer to confirm whether the university's independent assessor can conduct the review or if a separate application to an Engineering Council - related institution is required. 

Minimum academic qualifications of at least 96 UCAS points or above at A-level or equivalent, to include Mathematics plus at least one further STEM-based subject such as Physics, ICT, Computing and Electronics.

Apprenticeship candidates will typically have at least three A-levels at Grades A*-C including Mathematics and Physical Science or their equivalent or will have completed a Level 3 Apprenticeship as a Civil Engineering Technician, plus five GCSEs at Grade A-C including Mathematics, English Language and Double Science or equivalent qualification.

Individual employers will also set their own selection criteria and typical entry requirements. Direct entry at Level 5 (if allowed within the Levy) will depend on achieving recognition of prior learning equivalent to Level 4 of the degree.

This apprenticeship includes a degree in:

BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering (Apprenticeship)

To apply for this apprenticeship you must currently be in paid employment of at least 30 hours per week. Your employer must cover the costs of the apprenticeship.

Employers

Cost of the apprenticeship will normally be in line with the funding band £27,000, but individual agreements will be considered depending on student numbers and involvement of employers.

Apprentices

Fees will be paid by your employer with government funded support or through the apprenticeship levy.

Contact us

Apprenticeship Hub

• Email: apprenticeships@derby.ac.uk
• Phone: 01332 593092