Students on certain degrees will incur some additional costs not covered by their tuition fees. These could be for things like specialist equipment, study materials and textbooks, work placements, graduation, membership of relevant organisations or costs related to carrying out fieldwork.
For students on course with an element of fieldwork, there may also be extra costs for travel and accommodation.
Note: The library will hold some copies of the textbooks but not enough for every student. Students can purchase second hand copies when possible or use older versions if advised by the module coordinator. Students can also sell their copies after the course. This helps manage the cost.
Year 1
Books & printed material (Optional)
You are encouraged to use the library for all reading materials (some will be available digitally also). However, you may choose to purchase some or all of the recommended textbooks. Given the availability of library and online resources and individual preferences, costs will be variable but should not exceed £100.
Photocopying (Optional)
All modules are available on our VLE (Moodle) and therefore notes are available digitally. Some assessments require hardcopy submission and may incur small printing costs. It is estimated that over the course of the year, you may spend c.£20 on photocopying. This is not essential and you may choose to spend more, or less according to your needs.
Stationary costs (Optional)
Small costs associated with stationary requirements may be incurred throughout the year but these depend on personal needs and preferences. As a guide, it is estimated that you may spend c.£20 per session on stationary.
Technology & equipment (Optional)
Although not essential, it is recommended that you have access to your own mid- high-end tablet or laptop / desktop computer to help with learning and assessments. Costs are variable depending upon specifications, but may cost around £300 upwards. This should last for the duration of your studies.
It is recommended that you purchase a scientific calculator. These can be purchased for around £10-25 and should last for the duration of your studies.
Year 2
Laboratory equipment (Optional)
Although not essential, it is recommended that you have warm, waterproof clothing for mandatory surveying laboratories. Costs will obviously vary, and can range from £50-200 depending upon preferences.
Travel Costs (Mandatory)
It is essential that you travel to / from external (but local) sites for surveying practical laboratories. Although costs can vary depending upon your starting location, these are not expected to exceed £20.
Technology & equipment (Optional)
Although not essential, it is recommended that you have access to your own mid- high-end tablet or laptop / desktop computer to help with learning and assessments. Costs are variable depending upon specifications, but may cost around £200 upwards. This should last for the duration of your studies.
It is recommended that you purchase a scientific calculator. These can be purchased for around £10-25 and should last for the duration of your studies.
Books & printed material (Optional)
You are encouraged to use the library for all reading materials (some will be available digitally also). However, you may choose to purchase some or all of the recommended textbooks. Given the availability of library and online resources and individual preferences, costs will be variable but are not expected to exceed £20.
Photocopying (Optional)
All modules are available on our VLE (Moodle) and therefore notes are available digitally. Some assessments require hardcopy submission and may incur small printing costs. It is estimated that over the course of the year, you may spend c.£20 on photocopying. This is not essential and you may choose to spend more, or less according to your needs.
Stationary costs (Optional)
Small costs associated with stationary requirements may be incurred throughout the year but these depend on personal needs and preferences. As a guide, it is estimated that you may spend c.£20 per session on stationary.
Placement costs (Optional)
There is the opportunity for two 18 week periods of paid industrial training which are obtained competitively, so they cannot be guaranteed. These are between Year 2 and Year 3, and Year 3 and Year 4. Students can apply for placements in the construction industry, and travel and accommodation costs will depend on location and terms and conditions. Students can choose which placement jobs to apply for, and whether or not to accept any job (placement) offers. Students who successfully complete 36 weeks of industrial training can graduate with BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering (Sandwich Award). Students who do not complete the industrial training can graduate with BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering.
Travel costs (Optional)
Travel costs for optional placement element are variable. Placements themselves may occur anywhere in Scotland or the UK. It's likely that you'll be travelling at peak times which can cost more.
Accommodation costs (Optional)
Depending upon the location of your placement, you may be required to stay in the local vicinity. You will be responsible for your own accommodation costs.
Year 3
Technology & equipment (Optional)
Although not essential, it is recommended that you have access to your own mid- high-end tablet or laptop / desktop computer to help with learning and assessments. Costs are variable depending upon specifications, but may cost around £200 upwards. This should last for the duration of your studies.
It is recommended that you purchase a scientific calculator. These can be purchased for around £10-25 and should last for the duration of your studies.
Books & printed material (Optional)
You are encouraged to use the library for all reading materials (some will be available digitally also). However, you may choose to purchase some or all of the recommended textbooks. Given the availability of library and online resources and individual preferences, costs will be variable but are not expected to exceed £40.
Photocopying (Optional)
All modules are available on our VLE (Moodle) and therefore notes are available digitally. Some assessments require hardcopy submission and may incur small printing costs. It is estimated that over the course of the year, you may spend c.£20 on photocopying. This is not essential and you may choose to spend more, or less according to your needs.
Stationary costs (Optional)
Small costs associated with stationary requirements may be incurred throughout the year but these depend on personal needs and preferences. As a guide, it is estimated that you may spend c.£20 per session on stationary.
Placement costs (Optional)
There is the opportunity for two 18 week periods of paid industrial training which are obtained competitively, so they cannot be guaranteed. These are between Year 2 and Year 3, and Year 3 and Year 4. Students can apply for placements in the construction industry, and travel and accommodation costs will depend on location and terms and conditions. Students can choose which placement jobs to apply for, and whether or not to accept any job (placement) offers. Students who successfully complete 36 weeks of industrial training can graduate with BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering (Sandwich Award). Students who do not complete the industrial training can graduate with BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering.
Travel costs (Optional)
Travel costs for optional placement element are variable. Placements themselves may occur anywhere in Scotland or the UK. It's likely that you'll be travelling at peak times which can cost more.
Accommodation costs (Optional)
Depending upon the location of your placement, you may be required to stay in the local vicinity. You will be responsible for your own accommodation costs.
Graduation fees (Optional for those exiting with BEng award)
These fees are set annually by the University and are subject to review. For session 19/20 these were set at £10 Registration Fee. Academic dress and official photography (optional) for graduation ceremonies is hired and arranged respectively from external suppliers.
Year 4
Travel Costs (Mandatory)
It is essential that you travel to / from external (but local) sites for surveying practical laboratories and inter-university competitions. Although costs can vary depending upon your starting location, these are not expected to exceed £60.
Technology & equipment (Optional)
Although not essential, it is recommended that you have access to your own mid- high-end tablet or laptop / desktop computer to help with learning and assessments. Costs are variable depending upon specifications, but may cost around £200 upwards.
It is recommended that you have access to a scientific calculator. These can be purchased for around £10-25, if you have not already purchased one.
Books & printed material (Optional)
You are encouraged to use the library for all reading materials (some will be available digitally also). However, you may choose to purchase some or all of the recommended textbooks. Given the availability of library and online resources and individual preferences, costs will be variable.
Photocopying (Optional)
All modules are available on our VLE (Moodle) and therefore notes are available digitally. Some assessments require hardcopy submission and may incur small printing costs. It is estimated that over the course of the year, you may spend c.£20 on photocopying. This is not essential and you may choose to spend more, or less according to your needs.
Stationary costs (Optional)
Small costs associated with stationary requirements may be incurred throughout the year but these depend on personal needs and preferences. As a guide, it is estimated that you may spend c.£20 per session on stationary.
Dissertation (Mandatory)
Your final year dissertation is a core and mandatory piece of research undertaken in your final year of studies. Printing your dissertation (bound copies) will incur a cost. Depending upon the size of the dissertation and the content it can cost anything between £15-40.
Graduation fees (Mandatory)
These fees are set annually by the University and are subject to review. For session 19/20 these were set at £10 Registration Fee. Academic dress and official photography (optional) for graduation ceremonies is hired and arranged respectively from external suppliers.