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You will need access to a laptop or desktop to participate in lessons and complete online learning. Whether you already have a device, or are considering purchasing new IT equipment for your university studies, please check the minimum specification recommended by Digital and Technology Services. 

If you have a choice we would suggest you use an MS Windows 11 system or above (not S Mode) for ease of access to our commonly used systems, and to use some of the specialist engineering software for your studies, many of which you can download and install on your own device free of charge. Windows and Mac Users will have access to a Virtual Desktop which allows you to connect to have access to the key engineering software without having to downland and install it on your own device. We do suggest your device should have a microphone and webcam to interact with staff and students during online sessions. 

There are computer rooms available on campus and a laptop loan service but both are offered on a first come first served basis. All students (home, EU, and international) who might struggle with financing IT equipment can apply for support via the Hardship Fund.

All new students in the Faculty of Engineering must complete the health and safety induction. 

Once completed you will be able to follow a link to book a time slot during Welcome Week to collect the lab PPE required for your course along with a department hoodie.

We recommend that you wait until your induction timetables are available (from 26th August), before booking your collection slot so you can choose a time that fits in with your department events and activities. 

Below is a selection of interesting and not-too-technical articles, webpages, and podcasts which you may want to read or listen to before you arrive. You are not expected to read and listen to all of this content, and it’s entirely up to you for you to explore the below resources. Some of the terminology in the content may be unfamiliar to you at this time but do not worry as it will become more familiar once you start your degree.

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  Civil engineering covers many different sectors including building structures, coastal engineering, ground engineering, surveying, transport, waste, and water. The ICE website has complied a selection of past civil engineering projects which you can search through, watch videos, see how they were built and hear from the people that made them happen. Learn about some of the projects which interest you. There are also some profiles of engineers from the industry talking about what they do .
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  This website has a series of podcasts investigating the engineering solutions behind some of the world's biggest challenges. Some recent episodes relevant to civil engineering problems are listed below.
  
  • #216 Accelerating Offshore Wind Construction
  • #214 Delivering a Megaproject
  • #210 Revisited: Return of the Fatbergs
  • #206 Asset Management, Resilience, and Climate Change
  • #208 Counting Carbon Costs in the Built Environment
  • #206 The Giant Props of Gothenburg
  • #203 Revisited: Crisis Shelter for Mass Displacement
  • #202 After the Collapse
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  The Royal Academy of Engineering have produced a booklet called ‘Engineering in Society’ which has a series of articles on the responsibilities and ethics faced by the engineer.

Mathematics is critical to the study of civil engineering and students are expected to have a certain level of understanding before they arrive. You can you use this maths booklet to self-assess your skills and prepare yourself for year one. If you encounter any difficulties then please do not panic, as there will be maths support available once term begins.