FdSc River and Coastal Engineering: University of the West of England

Course description

Flood warning and defence is important work. Flooding affects thousands of people all across the country, and can ruin homes, destroy farmland, even threaten lives.

In an attempt to meet the challenge of delivering successful flood management, the Environment Agency commissioned the University of the West of England to develop a Foundation Degree (FdSc) in River and Coastal Engineering which would equip students with skills, knowledge and understanding that are appropriate for an engineer pursuing a career in flood risk management.

The course takes two years, and students spend most of the time in their work place, gaining practical experience with guidance from a mentor in their office. Teaching takes place in six intensive weeks spaced through the year. In between these teaching blocks, students continue to study through distance learning, supported by telephone and email support from the tutors at the University.

Admissions and International Recruitment

Admissions and International Recruitment deals with enquiries and applications for all full-time undergraduate programmes. Contact by

• telephone: +44 (0)117 32 83333
• fax: +44 (0)117 32 82810
• e-mail: admissions@uwe.ac.uk
• letter: Admissions and International Recruitment, University of the West of England, Frenchay Campus, Bristol BS16 1QY, UK