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    A U E E R 2 10

    Faculty of Engineering

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    02 LEEDS THE RIGHT CHOICE

    02 THE COURSES

    05 LEARNING & ASSESSMENT

    08 YOUR DEGREE AT LEEDS

    10 MODULES

    13 SHAPING YOUR FUTURE

    16 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND HOW TO APPLY

    17 SCHOLARSHIPS, PRIZES & AWARDS

    18 THE PERFECT PLACE TO LIVE AND LEARN

    20 VISIT US

    21 CONTACT US

    CONTENTS

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    CIVIL ENGINEERINGAT LEEDS MAKINGA DIFFERENCE

    Do you want to change the world around you?

    Do you want to play a vital role in improving ourphysical environment?Do you want a challenging and rewarding career?

    As a civil engineer you will play an

    instrumental role in planning, designing,

    constructing, maintaining and managing

    the physical environment around us.

    Including buildings and structures,

    transport systems or, water collection,

    treatment and distribution.

    So, to be effective, it is important foryou to understand how structures

    function, how materials behave and how

    individuals, and society at large, affect

    and influence your work. Amongst other

    factors it is also vital that as an engineer

    you, in turn, consider the impact of

    your work on the environment. You will

    also need to have a sound knowledge

    of finance and project management as

    many civil engineering projects are both

    costly and complex.

    Civil Engineering is, in fact, one of

    the most diverse professions around.

    Graduates go on to become involved in

    everything from planning and designing

    transport systems to enhancing

    the energy efficiency of buildings

    or undertaking the treatment and

    restoration of contaminated sites.

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    Globally renowned for our teaching and research, we are one of the largestCivil Engineering Schools in the country. Our courses are at the forefrontof thinking and reflect the latest developments in the field, for examplein environmental engineering. The courses are:

    Civil and Structural Engineering, MEng/BEng

    Civil and Structural Engineering (Europe), MEng

    Civil and Structural Engineering (International), MEngArchitectural Engineering (International), MEng

    Architectural Engineering, MEng/BEng

    Civil Engineering with Construction Management, MEng/BEng

    Civil Engineering with Construction Management (International), MEng

    Civil and Environmental Engineering, MEng/BEng

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    You can choose from our range offlexible modules to reflect your interest

    or career plans and, with practical work

    being a core part of your study, you

    can really get to grips with your subject

    and prepare yourself for a career in

    this varied and exciting industry. All of

    our degree courses are accredited by

    the Institutions of Civil and Structural

    Engineers which will help you to become

    a Chartered Engineer after graduation.

    A University of Leeds degree is also

    highly sought after by employers so

    that you will also have excellent career

    prospects both in the construction

    profession and in other fields.

    Impressive credentialsThe School of Civil Engineering is one of

    five schools which make up the Faculty

    of Engineering at the University of

    Leeds. The Faculty is ranked 7th in the

    UK for the quality of its research (2008

    Research Assessment Exercise). An

    impressive 75% of the Facultys research

    activity is rated as internationally

    excellent or world leading.

    The University of Leeds is a memberof the prestigious Russell Group of

    research- intensive UK universities and

    is globally renowned for the quality of its

    teaching and research.

    First-class facilities Specialist facilities, including extensive

    laboratory space for structures,

    materials, public health engineering,

    building services and geotechnics give

    you a creative and stimulating learning

    environment.

    Youll also enjoy excellent teaching

    facilities and resources, with modern,

    well-equipped lecture theatres

    and laboratories.

    Our internationally-renowned library is

    one of the largest in the country

    offering you access to over 2.8 million

    items and also electronic resources to

    assist with your studies.

    A multi-million pound investment

    in our sport facilities means you will

    benefit from a greater range of facilities

    including the state-of-the-art swimming

    pool and fitness suite boasting over

    200 machines and health suite.

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    You will be taught by academics at the cutting edge of their field,and, as all courses are industry orientated, you can be sure thatwhat you learn is up to date with employers needs.

    LEARNING & ASSESSMENT

    Our approachYou will benefit from our integrated style

    of learning and teaching. Laboratory

    classes, project work and industry

    supported fieldwork allows you to gain

    hands-on experience investigating and

    applying material from your lectures and

    tutorials to practical situations.

    You will be assessed through both

    written examinations, held at the end of

    each semester, and coursework in the

    form of projects, reports, presentationsand designs.

    Our personal tutorial system will help

    you to integrate quickly and settle down

    easily into university life. You will also be

    assigned to a tutorial group and youll

    have one-to-one time with your personal

    tutor. The School has excellent student

    support. Student support teams are

    located close to where you work and

    study, ensuring personalised and direct

    contact.

    ProjectsOur current students regularly say that

    project work is one of the most satisfying

    and challenging aspects of their course.

    It is an excellent opportunity to explore

    and develop essential skills such as

    problem solving, communication skills

    and teamwork which are all vital to help

    you succeed in your chosen career.

    Here are some examples of finalyear projects

    Bridge management and maintenance

    Feasibility and design of an

    elevated urban light rail system

    Parking and accessibility

    for city centre workers

    Material management

    on construction sites

    Pozzolanic admixtures in

    cements and concretes

    Sustainability policies inmajor construction sites

    Airport development

    Rail infrastructure management

    Best practice in client briefing

    Developing a culture of health safety

    on construction projects

    Use of design matrices for process

    selection in wastewater treatment

    Health effects of poor housing in the

    UK

    Design of a museum for Leeds

    Bridge design

    Tall office/residential/leisure buildings

    Geotechnical Site Investigation

    Hands-on experienceOur Constructionarium is an optional

    exciting and innovative residential

    field course delivered in conjunction

    with our industrial partners Shepherd

    Construction and Arup. You will be

    challenged to use your theoretical

    knowledge and practical skills on real

    scaled-down construction projects on

    site. This experience helps you see how

    theory and practice work together and is

    viewed very positively by employers.

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    At Leeds they put a great emphasis on projectwork. I believe that project work is vital as itnot only helps to develop technical skills butalso interpersonal skills. Teamworking, problemsolving, communications and time management.Skills that are essential to succeed in industry

    Graduate Civil Engineer: Mouchel Parkman

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    Most of our degrees are integrated

    masters (MEng/BEng) degrees providing

    you with great breadth and depth of study.

    You can graduate after 3 years with a

    BEng degree or continue for another year

    to complete the MEng which provides you

    with the necessary academic qualification

    on the route to Chartered Engineer status,

    the full preferred engineering qualification.

    The MEng is, in fact, the most direct way

    of meeting the educational requirementsfor qualification as a Chartered Engineer.

    BEng graduates who wish to achieve

    Chartered status will need to undertake

    extra study after graduation.

    The first and, to a certain extent, the

    second years of your studies are broadly

    common, the third year is when your

    options really open up. A choice of

    modules means that you can tailor the

    course to reflect your interests and

    career plans. In the fourth year an

    individual project comprises nearly half

    the final year work load.

    Civil and Structural Engineering,MEng/BEng

    Civil and Structural Engineering(Europe), MEng

    Civil and Structural Engineering(International), MEng

    The Civil and Structural Engineering

    courses offer a broadly based scheme

    of study covering the major areas of

    civil engineering (structures, fluids,

    geotechnics, materials, communications,

    environmental impact, surveying,

    mathematics, etc) with a focus on

    design. These courses have formed

    the core of the School over the past 60

    years and there is a strong demand for

    our graduates. Most find employment

    in contracting and consulting whilst

    others choose other professions such as

    finance, teaching and management. The

    flexibility of the courses is particularly

    appealing, and you can tailor the course

    to reflect your interests and career

    plans. All three courses are accredited

    by the Institutions of Civil and Structural

    Engineers. If you choose the Europecourse you spend the third year of the

    MEng at an approved university in the

    EU (outside the UK) being taught in the

    local language enabling you to develop

    your language skills, an attribute valued

    by many employers. Students have

    been to France, Germany, Portugal and

    Spain. However, placements in other EU

    countries are also possible.

    If you select the International course you

    will spend the third year of the MEng at

    Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

    Architectural Engineering,MEng/BEng

    Architectural Engineering(International), MEng

    Leeds was the first university in the UK

    to offer Architectural Engineering as a

    degree course and it has been running

    very successfully for over 40 years. The

    course is designed to produce engineers

    who understand and can take part in the

    design of buildings from an architectural

    perspective, while at the same time

    having a firm grounding in civil and

    structural engineering. Areas of studyinclude architectural history and theory

    and building services as well as the core

    civil and structural engineering

    modules.

    Our graduates are in high demand from

    industry, especially from companies

    which are multi-disciplinary, and this

    includes many of the major consulting

    firms. The third year of the International

    MEng course is spent at a university

    in the USA, for example, the School

    of Architectural Engineering in

    Pennsylvania State University. If you

    take the MEng route you can apply

    for exemption from part 1 of the ARB

    qualification and the success rate of

    this is over 80%. The course is also

    accredited by the Institutions of Civil and

    Structural Engineers, which will help

    you gain Chartered Engineer status after

    graduation.

    Civil Engineering with Construction

    Management, MEng/BEng

    Civil Engineering with Construction

    Management (International), MEng

    These courses, while coveringthe core subject areas of civil andstructural engineering, have afocus on management, especiallyconstruction management. You will studyfundamental and general managementrelated to human, environmental,financial, technical and legal aspectsand the final year project is managementbased. Both courses are accredited bythe Institutions of Civil and StructuralEngineers.

    Students on the International coursespend the third year at an internationaluniversity chosen for its strength inmanagement studies such as theUniversity of Alberta in Canada, ArizonaState University, Georgia Tech in Atlantaand the University of Singapore.

    Civil and Environmental Engineering,

    MEng/BEng

    Consideration of the environmental

    impact of Civil Engineering works

    forms a part of all the courses offered

    by the School, but this course focuses

    on those areas of Civil Engineering

    which have a major impact on both

    the human and natural environment

    and in which the University of Leeds

    and the School of Civil Engineering

    have a special expertise. These include

    public health engineering (including

    water supply, wastewater treatment,

    waste disposal, recycling, contaminatedland and pollution control), energy

    use in buildings and construction, and

    transport engineering and planning.

    Fundamentals of environmental

    science are also studied. The course

    was designed to respond to major

    developments in the profession such

    as dealing with contaminated sites,

    minimising environmental impact and

    improving the environment, which are

    of critical importance. It is accredited

    by the Institutions of Civil and Structural

    Engineers, which will help you gain

    Chartered Engineer status after

    graduation.

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    9 compulsory modules common to all nine degrees:

    Structural and Stress Analysis

    Geotechnics

    Fundamentals of Mechanics

    Engineering Mathematics

    Surveying

    Integrated Design Project

    Civil Engineering Materials

    Principles of Management

    Fluid Mechanics

    Plus one module from:

    Architectural Studies (compulsory for Architectural Engineering)

    Language Module

    (compulsory for Civil & Structural Engineering (Europe))

    Environmental Foundation (compulsory for Civil & Environmental

    Engineering)

    Modules offered by other Schools in the University may also be

    selected

    YEAR 1

    *There may be an additional charge for this residential course to cover

    accommodation costs10 CIVIL ENGINEERING

    YEAR 2

    8 compulsory modules common to all nine degrees:

    Structural Design of Concrete

    Fluid Mechanics

    Structural Design of Steel

    Geotechnics

    Structural and Stress Analysis

    Engineering Mathematics

    Civil Engineering Materials

    Integrated Design Project

    Plus two modules from:

    Architectural Studies (compulsory for Architectural Engineering)

    Building Services Engineering (compulsory for Architectural

    Engineering)

    Sustainable Engineering Solutions

    (compulsory for Civil & Environmental Engineering)

    Water Engineering (compulsory for Civil & Environmental Engineering)

    Civil Engineering in Developing Countries

    Transport Engineering and Planning

    Principles of Management

    (compulsory for Civil Engineering with Construction Management)

    Language Module (compulsory for Civil & Structural Engineering

    (Europe))

    YEAR 3

    Year Abroad for students on:

    Civil & Structural Engineering (Europe) MEng

    Civil & Structural Engineering (International) MEng

    Civil Engineering with Construction Management (International) MEng

    Architectural Engineering (International) MEng

    Four compulsory modules for all other degrees:

    Structural & Stress Analysis

    Integrated Design Project

    Steel and Concrete Engineering

    Design or Investigative Project (the project is selected from an

    extensive list and students can also propose projects)

    Plus four to six modules (depending on course) from:

    Construction Site Field course*

    Civil Engineering Materials

    Transport Engineering

    Open Channel Hydraulics (compulsory for Civil & Environmental

    Engineering)

    Wastewater Engineering (compulsory for Civil & Environmental

    Engineering)

    Geotechnics

    Engineering Mathematics

    Architectural Studies (compulsory for Architectural Engineering)

    Building Services Engineering (compulsory for Architectural

    Engineering)

    Business Management & Marketing (compulsory for Civil &

    Structural Engineering-BEng only and Civil Engineering withConstruction Management)

    Engineering Geology

    Introduction to Railway Engineering

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    The module table indicates the range of topics students may study. It is important to note that the availability of some options

    in later years will be determined by earlier choices. We also regularly review the structure, content and assessment of our

    courses and may vary them from time to time in the light of experience and new developments.

    All undertake:

    Project work (a major part of year four. The project is selected from a list provided and students can suggest topics)

    Plus the following for:

    Architectural Engineering(Including International)

    Compulsory:

    Structural Design of Buildings

    Architectural Engineering

    Studies

    Building Services Engineering

    Options including:

    Architecture & Urbanism

    Business & Project Management

    Advanced Steel & Composite

    Design

    Foundation Engineering

    Advanced Structural Analysis

    Civil & Structural Engineering(including Europe &

    International)

    Compulsory:

    Business & Project Management

    Options including:

    Structural Design of Buildings

    Foundation Engineering

    Building Services Engineering

    Architecture & Urbanism

    Advanced Engineering Studies

    Advanced Structural Analysis

    Architectural Engineering

    Studies

    Civil Engineering withConstruction Management

    (including International)

    Compulsory:

    Business & Project Management

    Construction Process

    Management

    Options including:

    Structural Design of Buildings

    Foundation Engineering

    Advanced Structural Analysis

    Civil & EnvironmentalEngineering

    Compulsory:

    Business & Project Management

    Environmental Law 1

    Options including:

    Structural Design of Buildings

    Foundation Engineering

    Advanced Structural Analysis

    Plus options from the MSc courses available to all degrees:

    International Public Health

    Water Engineering

    Design & Management of Structures in Earthquake Zones

    Deterioration and Maintenance of Pavements

    Bridge Management & Maintenance

    Funding for Projects

    Waste Minimisation & Recycling

    Construction Process Management

    Design Optimisation

    Advanced Concrete Design

    YEAR 4

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    Work experienceThe Schools strong links with industry

    means that you can apply to undertake a

    work placement through the Universitys

    prestigious International Corporate

    Leadership Programme (ICLP), which is

    a collaboration between the University

    and a range of internationally based

    companies.

    You will benefit from challenging project work experience

    and work based learning

    the advantage of real work experience

    when applying for employment.

    Strong industrial linksThe School of Civil Engineerings strong

    links with industry is one of many

    reasons why Leeds civil engineering

    graduates are highly sought after by

    employers.

    The industrial links mean that your

    course is industry aware and that

    material is up to date. Our staff also work

    with various companies on wide-ranging

    research and consultancy projects.

    We also organise a range of industrial

    visits and offer additional seminars

    delivered by practising engineers and

    other professionals. This means that you

    have direct contact with industry, and

    potential employers from an early stage

    in your course.

    Your careerCivil Engineering is one of the most

    diverse professions and employment

    prospects are excellent. Recent

    graduates have successfully secured

    positions such as Graduate Civil

    Engineers, Graduate Engineers,

    Transport consultants and

    Road Design Engineers with

    organisations such as Arup, Atkins,

    Faber Maunsell, AMEC, White Young

    Green, Balfour Beatty, Earth Tech and

    Shepherd Construction.

    In the autumn, the Faculty holds

    an annual Engineering Careers Fair

    attracting over 55 graduate recruitersincluding organisations such as Aker

    Solutions, Balfour Beatty, BP, Lloyds

    Register, National Grid, United Utilities

    and White Young Green, to name a few.

    The Fair provides you with the chance

    to explore the opportunities available

    after youve graduated. It is also a great

    opportunity for the Faculty to develop

    links with these organisations both

    for summer placements and future

    employment.

    As well as the Engineering Careers Fair,

    you can explore career opportunities

    at many other careers fairs and

    presentations that are organised

    throughout the year by the Universitys

    Careers Centre. The University Careers

    Centre is an excellent resource for

    students. As well as offering you careers

    advice, information on companies across

    the globe, compiling vacancy bulletins

    and hosting numerous careers fairs,

    the Careers Centre also holds training

    events and workshops that will assist

    you with your career progression. Moreinformation on the Careers Centre can

    be found at www.careerweb.leeds.ac.uk.

    A step towards becoming aChartered EngineerAll of our degree courses are accredited

    by the Institutions of Civil and Structural

    Engineers, the professional bodies

    associated with the discipline. This

    will help you to become a Chartered

    Engineer (CEng) after graduation.

    Once you have graduated with your

    MEng degree you will usually be required

    to have a minimum of three years

    industrial experience before you have an

    interview and undertake the professional

    examination to achieve chartered status.

    If you graduate with a BEng degree youwill be required to undertake further

    study, with a taught MSc or short

    courses offered by employers or

    universities being possible options.

    Further study

    Your career prospects after graduating

    are excellent, but you may decide that

    you want to continue your studies to

    postgraduate level. We offer several

    Masters courses and opportunities for

    research at MSc (Eng), MPhil and PhD

    level.

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    THE BIGGEST HIGHLIGHT HAS BEEN THEOPPORTUNITY TO EXPERIENCE A COMPLETELYDIFFERENT CULTURE, THE SKILLS I LEARNTDURING MY YEAR ABROAD CAN BE EASILYTRANSFERRED IN THE WORKPLACE.

    Architectural Engineering student: Jennifer

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    All undergraduate applications should

    be made through the Universities and

    Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Full

    instructions and a comprehensive guide

    are available at www.ucas.com. The

    deadline for applications is January of the

    year of entry. However, we will consider

    late applications, provided places are

    available.

    The majority of applicants apply with GCE

    A levels although a wide range of other

    qualifications are welcomed (for example

    the International Baccalaureate, BTEC

    qualifications, French Baccalaurat,

    Arbitur, etc.). If you have any queries

    about entry requirements please contact

    the Admissions Tutor using the contact

    details given later. Typical A level offers

    are detailed in the table below along with

    Advanced Diploma requirements.

    Two AS examinations are acceptable in

    place of one A level. Applicants with AS

    Mathematics can also be considered and

    if accepted will have to take an additional

    mathematics module in the first year.

    Applicants should also have physics,

    or combined science, at grade C GCSE

    or better. For more information, please

    contact the Admissions Tutor.

    Non-standard applicantsThe School welcomes applicants

    applying to the University after a period

    of employment, as a change of career

    or with non-standard qualifications.

    Depending on the circumstances you

    can be considered under the normal

    academic qualification route, or via the

    Schools Admission Test which is more

    flexible. Please contact the Schools

    Admissions Tutor for more details.

    English Language requirementsThere are certain minimum qualifications

    for entrance to the University. The most

    important of these is a qualification in

    English Language. A pass at GCSE in

    English Language (grade C or above) or a

    pass in the Level 2 Communication Skills

    course of the BTEC scheme will satisfy this.

    International students must also have

    an English language qualification at asuitable level, for example IELTS 6.0 with

    a minimum component score of 5.5.

    The Universitys Language Centre offers

    several courses to help international

    students improve their English language

    skills. If you have not yet satisfied the

    Universitys English requirement you

    can take the Pathway English Language

    Programme, intended specifically for

    those who are applying for, or planning

    to apply for, an undergraduate degree,

    but who need to improve their level of

    English to meet University requirements.

    There is also a Pre-sessional programme

    for students who have fulfilled the English

    requirement but would like to improve

    their academic language skills before

    starting their degree. You can find more

    information on the Language Centrewebsite www.leeds.ac.uk/languages/

    lc_home

    Foundation coursesStudents who do not have the required

    qualifications for year 1 entry may be

    interested in the Interdisciplinary Science

    Foundation Programme, which consists of

    an initial year of mathematics and science

    designed to equip students with the broad

    range of basic skills needed to embark

    on a civil engineering course. Students

    who successful complete the Foundation

    Programme can progress onto the first

    year (level 1) of their degree course.

    The University also offers the Foundation

    Year for international students, which can

    provide alternative entry to our degrees.

    This one-year course is available for

    those with a background equivalent to

    AS level. Contact information for these

    programmes is provided under contacts.

    COURSE UCAS CODE A LEVELS ADVANCED DIPLOMAS

    Architectural Engineering (MEng/BEng) HK21

    Architectural Engineering (International) (MEng) HK2C

    Civil and Environmental Engineering (MEng/BEng) H291

    Civil Engineering with Construction Management H202

    (MEng/BEng)

    Civil Engineering with Construction Management H2K2

    (International) (MEng)

    Civil and Structural Engineering (MEng/BEng) H200

    Civil and Structural Engineering (Europe) H290

    (MEng/BEng)*

    Civil and Structural Engineering (International) H292

    (MEng/BEng)

    AAB Including

    Mathematics

    Engineering or Construction Diploma

    grade A plus A level (A2) Mathematics

    at grade B or higher or Mathematics

    including ASL for engineering

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    European Language at GCSE grade C or equivalent

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    We are committed to challenging and supporting our students and torecognising hard work and achievement. That is why we have introduceda range of scholarships and prizes aimed at new and current students.

    3As Scholarship

    We offer an automatic 1,500 scholarshipto any new Home/EU fee paying student

    who achieves 3As at A level (A2), or

    the equivalent, and enrols on any

    undergraduate course within the Faculty

    of Engineering. Certain conditions apply

    and students must achieve the As in the

    A level subjects required for the course.

    Excellence ScholarshipsFor International students we have a

    number of Excellence Scholarships

    worth 30% of full tuition fees awarded

    for each year of the course (subject to

    satisfactory progression). There is anapplication deadline of 30th June for this

    scholarship. For more information on

    both these scholarships please visit: www.

    engineering.leeds.ac.uk/scholarships.

    GE Foundation Scholar -Leaders ProgrammeThe purpose of the GE Foundation

    Scholar-Leaders Programme is to identify

    talented young people from less-affluent

    backgrounds and hone their leadership

    skills in management and business,

    finance, engineering, technology, or the

    sciences. The scholarship is targeted at

    these subjects and is worth 3,000 per

    year for the second and third year of

    study.

    For details on other scholarships offered

    by the University, including scholarships

    for International students, pleasecontact the Schools Admissions Team.

    Deans List

    A prestigious award given in recognitionof student achievement and academic

    excellence in their 1st and 2nd years.

    School prizesA number of prizes, many sponsored

    by industry, are awarded each year

    to students who achieve an excellent

    performance (eg best student in year) or

    undertake an exceptional project.

    SCHOLARSHIPS PRIZES & AWARDS

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    Join a community of over 30,000 students ona vibrant, friendly, single-site campus just tenminutes walk from one of the liveliest and mostcosmopolitan cities in the UK.

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    YOUR UNIVERSITYThe University of Leeds is one of the

    UKs top universities. Established in

    1904, we are part of the prestigious

    Russell Group the 20 leading research

    universities in the UK, and are well

    known throughout the world for our

    quality of teaching and research. Lastyear students came to us from over 130

    countries.

    Our degrees are also well respected by

    employers and universities worldwide,

    and in the latest World University League

    Tables, published in November 2008,

    our employer review score was 98 out

    of 100.

    Some key facts about ouruniversity One of the original six civic red-brick

    universities One of the largest single campus

    universities in the UK (98 acres) just 1

    mile from the city centre

    Home to 30,500 students from over

    130 countries

    A thriving students union one of the

    most active in the UK

    Over 260 clubs and societies from

    national groups such as the Chinese

    Society to more unusual pursuits

    including scuba and sky-diving

    An ongoing 360m investment in

    new buildings and facilities, includinga 9.7m swimming pool with an

    adjustable depth.

    YOUR CITYA multi-cultural, student friendly city,

    Leeds has been called the Knightsbridge

    of the North and once you visit our

    famous Harvey Nichols and Victoria

    Quarter shops, youll see why. But

    our city offers so much more than

    shopping

    One of the most cost effective places to

    study in Britain according to NatWests

    Student Living Index 2008

    Leeds regularly tops the polls as the

    UKs favourite student destination

    Student focused and friendly with

    over 200,000 students in the city

    Thriving music scene with the

    Universitys refectory and the newly

    opened Carling Academy attracting top

    bands

    Home to one of UKs largest regional

    repertory theatres, the West YorkshirePlayhouse

    City art galleries, theatres and

    museums, including the famous Royal

    Armouries and the West Yorkshire

    Playhouse provide culture and

    entertainment

    A huge range of sports clubs and

    facilities from Leeds Uniteds Elland

    Road to Headingleys famous cricket

    ground

    An array of bars, cafes and restaurants

    to suit all tastes and budgets.

    Set in magnificent countryside which is

    perfect for walking, climbing and other

    pursuits.

    With all this music, arts, entertainment

    and nightlife, Leeds is a flourishing

    cultural hub illustrated by the thriving

    student community. This, combined with

    our location right in the centre of the UK

    making us easy to get

    to and from, plus the relative affordability

    of Yorkshire means Leeds is the perfect

    city in which to live and learn. Come

    and see for yourself we look forward to

    meeting you.

    Guaranteed accommodationWe know how important finding the right

    accommodation is, so the Universityguarantees accommodation for all first

    year single undergraduates who apply

    before the summer deadline. If you want

    accommodation for you and a partner or

    your family, we do have some suitable

    accommodation but places are limited.

    However, assistance is provided via the

    accommodation office and UNIPOL.

    More information about University

    accommodation and how to apply is

    available on our accommodation office

    website; visit:

    www.leeds.ac.uk/accommodation.

    Student supportDuring your time at Leeds you will have

    excellent student support from your tutor

    and our student support teams which

    are located close to where students work

    and study, ensuring personalised and

    direct contact. We pride ourselves on our

    friendly and supportive atmosphere.

    The University also provides a number

    of welfare and support services to assist

    you during your time at university.

    There are a range of services availableto you including chaplaincy, childcare,

    counselling, disability support, Joblink

    (for work experience or to gain extra

    cash), and the Student Union Welfare

    Service. Your personal tutor will also

    be able to advise you. There are also

    excellent medical facilities available

    near the University.

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    Pre-applicationMany students take the opportunity

    of visiting the University during the

    year before they apply. There are

    general University Open days (typically

    in June and September) when you

    can look round the campus, talk to

    undergraduates and visit the School.

    Details of future Open Days can be

    obtained from the Admissions Tutor or

    the University website. If you want to visit

    the School at any other time, prior to or

    after submitting an application, please

    contact the Admissions Tutor.

    Post-applicationOnce your UCAS form has reached the

    Admissions Tutor, suitable applicants

    who are able to reach the School with

    reasonable ease will be invited for an

    interview. This gives you a chance to look

    around the School and the University and

    meet some of our undergraduates. The

    interview also gives you the opportunity to

    discuss your application with a member of

    staff. We appreciate that not all applicants

    are able to attend an interview and in

    such cases offers will be based on the

    information on the UCAS form.

    It is important that you feel happy about

    your choice of course and university. Do

    not hesitate to ask for further information

    which will help you make the right

    choice. All students should also read the

    current edition of the Leeds University

    Prospectus. Copies may be obtained

    from the Admissions Tutor or the Course

    Enquiries Team or on the website.

    The Prospectus gives information on

    Undergraduate degree courses and life

    as a student at the University. There is a

    special version for international students.

    VISIT US

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    If you require further detailed

    information, are uncertain about your

    qualifications or if you have special

    needs, please contact the Admissions

    Tutor prior to making a formal

    application. Enquiries about student

    course fees should be directed to the

    Taught Student Administration.

    Dr.Terry Cousens

    Admissions Tutor

    School of Civil Engineering

    University of LeedsLeeds LS2 9JT, UK

    t: +44 (0)113 343 2262

    f: +44 (0)113 343 2265

    e: [email protected]

    w: www.engineering.leeds.ac.uk/civil

    For information about student fees and

    funding

    www.leeds.ac.uk/studentservicescentre/

    contact_us

    International Foundation Year

    Marjorie and Arnold Ziff Building

    Leeds LS2 9JT

    t: +44 (0)113 343 3209

    f: +44 (0)113 343 2264

    e: [email protected]

    Interdisciplinary ScienceFoundation Programme

    University of Leeds

    Leeds, LS2 9JT

    t: +44 (0)113 343 2690/2337

    f: +44 (0)113 343 2689

    e: [email protected]

    [email protected]

    UCAS code: L23

    UCAS

    PO Box 67

    Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 3SFw: www.ucas.com

    CONTACT US

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    School of Civil Engineering

    University of Leeds

    Leeds LS2 9JT, UKWhilst the University endeavours to ensure that the information contained in this