BACHELOR 79

NUMBER OF FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS

OF SCIENCE 67%
PROCEEDS TO SECOND YEAR

CIVIL ENGINEERING 48%

GRADUATES WITHIN 4 YEARS

86%
CONTINUES STUDYING
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CIVIL ENGINEERING
INTRODUCTION
Is raising the dykes the only way to reduce flood risk, or are there smarter, cheaper solutions? How do you install a
resilient electricity grid in a hurricane zone? Which factors do you have to keep in mind to ensure that new roads or
structures will endure the effects of climate change? How do you secure and balance the many interests of the
government, residents, companies, or the environment in such large projects? If these questions fascinate you, the
three-year, English-taught Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering is the right choice for you.

CIVIL ENGINEERING COMBINE SCIENTIFIC THEORY AND PRACTICAL PROJECTS

Its blend of disciplines makes this Bachelor’s a
challenging programme that prepares you to be an all-
round civil engineer. As in any Civil Engineering
programme, you, of course, learn things like how to
calculate and build a construction. But here you also learn
to map out the consequences of a project like that for
people, companies or nature in the area.
As a civil engineer from Twente, it is highly likely that your
career not just revolves around construction and
technology, but that you have a more interdisciplinary
role, for example, as a project leader, as a manager or in
Research & Development.
BECOME AN EXPERT IN TECHNICAL AND NON-TECHNICAL
ASPECTS OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
The fusion of hard technology – including subjects like
mathematics and mechanics – with ‘soft skills’, such as
management and communication, make our
Bachelor’s unique, both in the Netherlands and
internationally. It also fits in with the UT’s High Tech
Human Touch philosophy. As a civil engineer from the
UT, you will be perfectly equipped to come up with
technically sound solutions. On top of that, you will have
a keen understanding of vital organisational, societal and
economic aspects. You will gain expertise in modelling
and calculating, as well as in managing projects and risks,
consulting with stakeholders, or balancing conflicting
interests. This Bachelor’s will enable you to build up an
all-round profile.
One of UT’s distinguishing characteristics is its practical
application and valorisation of scientific knowledge. In
every module, you work on a team project in which you
directly apply the knowledge you have gained to a real
world issue. You research it and report on it. You make
plans and designs. You work together in multicultural
teams which will strengthen your intercultural skills. You
will become an academically grounded, creative problem
solver.
HONOURS PROGRAMME
Would you like to learn about other scientific disciplines,
in addition to your study? The Bachelor Honours
programme is an extracurricular broadening programme
of 30 EC in which ambitious students are challenged to
enrich their knowledge, skills, attitude, cooperation, and
experiences outside their own study discipline. The
programma starts in February en lastst for 1.5 years.
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ADMISSION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

● Certificate equivalent to Dutch VWO (e.g. British A-

REQUIREMENTS levels, International Baccalaureate)

● English (CEFR, B2/C1 level; IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 80 or
Cambridge CAE)
FOR DUTCH STUDENTS (VWO-PROFILE)
● Mathematics, Physics
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CIVIL ENGINEERING
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Your bachelor’s takes three years. Each year, you will follow four ten-week modules. This means that during the
course of your studies you will complete twelve modules.

FUTURE-PROOF EDUCATION BACHELOR'S STRUCTURE

In each module, you will address a topic that is current in You get familiar with innovative construction
society, business or industry. This topic brings together management, traffic management and water
all parts of your study: theory and practice, research, management techniques, while also learning to identify
designing solutions, self-study and teamwork. circular and resilient solutions. You spend three years
immersing yourself in mathematics, physics, mechanics,
A fixed part of each module is the team project, in which fluid dynamics and design subjects, but also in process
you apply your acquired knowledge to a real-life challenge management, communications and aspects such as
and design a solution together with team members from environmental effects and management.
other programmes. In this way, you will learn to look
beyond the boundaries of your own discipline and make
connections that result in unexpected solutions. This
challenging learning method is part of the Twente
Education Model ut.onl/tom: an innovative way of
studying that you will only find at UT.
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STUDY OVERVIEW
EXPLANATION OF MODULES
YEAR 1
Module 1 Introduction to Civil Engineering
Module 2 Water Management
Module 3 Traffic & Transport
Module 4 Designing Constructions
MODULE 1 | INTRODUCTION TO CIVIL ENGINEERING
The first module in the programme is an introduction to
the basics of civil engineering. You immediately set to
work with subjects such as structural mechanics,
construction materials and mathematics. Together with
your team, you work on a project in which you further
develop your project management and teamwork skills.
MODULE 2 | WATER MANAGEMENT
This module is about the physical and governance-related
aspects of water management. You learn more about
natural water systems, the changes that take place in
them and the effects of human intervention. As well as
the mathematical and technical aspects, you explore
societal aspects and the many conflicting interests that
come into play with water management. This module’s
team project is about developing a proposal for managing
a dam in the Blue Nile in Ethiopia, taking into account the
many interests at stake.
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MODULE 3 | TRAFFIC & TRANSPORT
During this module, you delve into the basic theory of
traffic engineering. Which developments play a role in
traffic and transport management? From which
perspectives and interests can you approach it? In your
team project, you and your fellow students work on
designing, developing and presenting your proposal.
MODULE 4 | DESIGNING CONSTRUCTIONS
This module covers just about everything related to
designing buildings. This includes managing, organising
and financing a project, the principles of systems
engineering and circularity. In the team project, you work
on designing a parking garage near the UT. You analyse
the construction system and calculate and evaluate the
indicators for aspects such as foundations, ventilation
and retaining walls.
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STUDY OVERVIEW
EXPLANATION OF MODULES
YEAR 2
Module 5 Safety & Risks in Deltas
Module 6 Sustainable Civil
Engineering
Module 7 Area Development
Module 8 Simulation & Stochastic
Modelling
MODULE 5 | SAFETY & RISKS IN DELTAS
The second year starts with a module on safety and risks
in flood areas. What are relevant mechanisms, techniques
and strategies? With your project group, you analyse the
water security of a dyked area in the Netherlands.
MODULE 6 | SUSTAINABLE CIVIL ENGINEERING
This module handles the technical, ecological, economic
and social aspects of civil engineering. Together with your
project group, you present - in front of a broad audience -
for example a design for a self-sufficient business park
and houses on that site. The design centres on
sustainability.
MODULE 7 | AREA DEVELOPMENT
During module 7 you immerse yourself in analysing and
evaluating the diverse aspects that come into play in
urban planning. Which spatial and economic
developments play a role? In the team project, you
develop a vision for a region based on a spatial analysis
and a multidisciplinary approach. You and your team
make a 3D visualisation of the urban development with
the help of SketchUp, and draw up a policy assessment.
Finally, you and your team present your analyses,
evaluation and vision in a clear, accessible report.
MODULE 8 | SIMULATION AND STOCHASTIC MODELLING
IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
The last module of the second year focuses on simulating
and predicting traffic flow and transport processes. You
will model and analyse complex problems with a large
uncertainty factor, for example, road development or
determining the delay at a traffic light.
YEAR 3
Module 9 Minor
Module 10 Minor
Module 11 Preparation Graduation
Module 12 Bachelor's Assignment
within external company
MODULES 9 AND 10 | MINORS
In your minor space, you have several options:In-depth
elective modules: deepen your knowledge in areas such
as Smart Cities or Flood Defences;
● Broaden your knowledge with modules from other
Bachelor’s, such as Mechanical Engineering, Business
Administration or Applied Mathematics;
● Study abroad! You learn to approach issues from a
different culture and develop the flexibility to work in
various teams and circumstances. These are all skills
that come in handy later on;
● Choose the Education minor Learn to Teach and get a
second-degree teaching qualification. This allows you
to work as a teacher at secondary school level. Please
be aware that this minor is in Dutch and allows you to
only work as a teacher at secondary schools in the
Netherlands.
MODULE 11 | PREPARATION GRADUATION
Module 11, Preparation BSc Thesis Civil Engineering, is a
compulsory module designed to help you prepare for
graduation. During this phase you will find your BSc
thesis assignment, you will learn more about the
production of knowledge, and you will learn how to write
a project plan for a (practical) research project in the field
of Civil Engineering.
MODULE 12 | BACHELOR'S ASSIGNMENT WITHIN AN
EXTERNAL COMPANY
You finish off the three-year Civil Engineering Bachelor’s
with your thesis project. During the assignment, you get
to prove that you have sufficient knowledge and that you
can systematically work and report. Unique in our
programme is that we require you to carry out your
Bachelor’s thesis project at a civil engineering
organisation in the Netherlands or abroad. This is a great
way of discovering the important link between the
knowledge and skills you have learned and their practical
application. You receive your Bachelor’s diploma after
completing this project.
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ELINS EXPERIENCE WITH CIVIL ENGINEERING

I have a broad interest, which made it difficult to choose a continuation study after secondary school. But by visiting
open days, I found out that a technical study is something for me. I have chosen the Bachelor’s in Civil
Engineering to work on civil engineering solutions where I can have an impact on society. What makes Civil
Engineering unique for me is the fact that it is about projects that have an impact on everyone and it is not as
abstract as other engineering courses.

WHY CIVIL ENGINEERING AT UT? COMPLEX CHALLENGES TO SOLVE

At secondary school, I had a large curriculum. That's why I
found it difficult to make a choice, also because I had a
broad interest. To find out what appealed to me the most,
I went to many open days and looked at various
programmes. After these open days, I got the feeling that I
wanted to do a technical study rather than an economic or
social study. I started looking more specifically at
technical universities. After receiving information about
the Civil Engineering programme, I was immediately
enthusiastic. It appealed to me that it is primarily a
technical study, but it also touches on other aspects such
as economic or social. This gave me the feeling that the
programme also matched the broad interests that I have.
I chose UT because it appealed to me from the start. I
come from Enschede and I visited UT many times for
masterclasses or workshops; these visits were made
possible by my secondary school. Therefore, I knew pretty
quickly that the atmosphere at UT, which is very relaxed
and accessible, appealed to me and that I would feel at
home there."
WHAT MAKES CIVIL ENGINEERING STAND OUT?
What makes Civil Engineering very unique for me is the
fact that it is about projects that have an impact on
everyone and it is not as abstract as other engineering
programmes. CE is about projects that are actually
implemented later and that you can actually see. You
could say that it has an impact on society. This makes it
concrete and practical, which makes me even more
enthusiastic. Also unique is that it is often about long-
term projects that are done in teams. This is also well
integrated into the programme, through a project
assignment during each module.
During each module you work in a group (often 5/6
people) on a project that relates to the theme of the
module. To complete this project, you use the knowledge
you have learned during your courses. This is good
because you can immediately apply the theoretical
knowledge, and this makes it more interesting and
understandable.
Some projects are connected to issues in Enschede, or
elsewhere of course. For example, there is currently a
large project going on in the centre of Enschede which is
aimed at renewing the infrastructure and making it more
sustainable. In our module, our assignment was to design
a parking garage that would fit within this new
infrastructure. You had to take into account the structure
(that it is strong enough), the finances and the
sustainability of the parking garage. I really enjoyed this
because you are actually involved with current projects
and you therefore also get to see what is happening in the
field. It also shows how broad civil engineering projects
are, and that there are so many aspects to consider. And
you come up with something that benefits the people of
Enschede.
WHAT MAKES THE SUBJECTS AT CIVIL ENGINEERING SO
INTERESTING?
During the programme, there are references to sustainable
innovation. There is even a module specifically dedicated
to it. In this module, we were assigned to design a
sustainable bridge. We were supported by lectures on
different aspects of sustainable development, namely the
economic, environmental and social aspects. What I
found very interesting was the subject of' Economic and
Environmental sustainability'. It taught us how to
determine the economic and environmental
consequences of a project throughout its entire life cycle.

"During each module you work in a group on a project. To

complete this project, you use the knowledge you have
learned during your courses. This way you can
immediately apply the theoretical knowledge."
- Elin Olde Heuvel -
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WHAT'S NEXT AFTER
COMPLETING THIS
BACHELOR'S?
After obtaining your Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, you can specialise further by following a Master's
programme. Most students choose this option, a few enter the job market straight away or start their own
company.
CONTINUE YOUR STUDIES WITH A MASTER'S AT UT
Around 70% of the graduates continue on to one of our
Master’s. With your Bachelor’s diploma, you are directly
admissible to:
● Civil Engineering and Management
● Construction Management and Engineering
● Spatial Engineering
● Sustainable Energy Technology
● Environmental & Energy Management
If you want to complete a different master’s at UT, such
as Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering and
Management, you are required to do a pre-master’s.
GOING ELSEWHERE
You can also take a master’s at any other university in the
Netherlands or abroad. Take into account, that other
universities may require you to complete a pre-
master's before granting you admission at master’s level.
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Questions about this study programme? Whatever
your question is, we will be happy to help you.
Contact us! ut.onl/bsc-contact
CAREER PROSPECTS
Most students do not enter the job market until they have
a master’s degree, although you can do so after your
Bachelor’s. Thanks to the inter- and multidisciplinary
nature of our Civil Engineering Bachelor’s degree and the
subsequent Master’s at UT, you can pursue many
different directions.
You will be well-prepared for positions that focus on
building and construction, water management or traffic
and transport, as well as the organisational aspects
surrounding them. There is a lot of demand for people
who feel at home in both areas, both in the Netherlands
and abroad. You could work for:
● Consultancy firms
● Government and public organisations
● Contractors or project developers
● Universities or research institutes
START YOUR OWN COMPANY
You can also start your own business with a solution that
you have developed. UT is recognised as ‘the most
entrepreneurial university’ in the Netherlands. We are
strong in the application of expertise to meaningfully
influence society. Together with our students, we like to
work with the innovation specialists from Novel-T, who
like to tap into promising innovative business cases.
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NEED AND NICE-TO-KNOW
STUDENT INFORMATION
There are a couple of things you should know before you apply for the Bachelor's in Civil Engineering at the
University of Twente.
Have you decided to sign up for the Bachelor’s in Civil
Engineering? Check the admission requirements to be
sure that your application will succeed. Visit the website
of Civil Engineering to check the admission requirements
and application deadlines and to start your application.
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FOUNDATION YEAR
Are you a prospective, international student who doesn't
meet the admission requirements? A foundation year is a
possibility! The University offers you the opportunity to
take the Twente Pathway College International
Foundation Year, after which you will be admissible to
most of our English-taught bachelor's programmes. This
one-year foundation year combines academic study,
English language training and study skills to prepare you
for degree-level study.
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WHAT IS EC?
As a first-year student, you will face many new
experiences and new terms, such as ECs and binding
recommendation. Student workload at Dutch universities
is expressed in EC, also named ECTS (European Credit
Transfer and Accumulation System), which is widely used
throughout the European Union. In the Netherlands, each
credit represents 28 hours of work;You must be able to
obtain 60 credits (EC) each year.
BINDING RECOMMENDATION
Our goal is to get you to the right place, which is why we
apply the principle of a binding recommendation. You will
receive positive advice if you have achieved 45 or more of
the 60 EC in the first year. Negative advice is binding and
means you have to quit your studies.
Under certain circumstances, despite a too-low score, we
can still give you a positive recommendation, if we have
sufficient confidence that you are in the right place. Do
personal circumstances such as illness interfere with your
study performance? The study adviser and Student Affairs
Coaching & Counselling ut.onl/wellbeing are there
to help you.
Please note: In Civil Engineering, in addition to 45 EC, you
also need to have completed at least four out of the seven
technical courses in the first year to receive a positive
advice.
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SMALL-SCALED UNIVERSITY
At UT, we embrace the concept of being 'big in smallness
of scale'. Here, lectures aren't held in vast lecture halls, but
rather in intimate settings where you engage closely with
students and teachers. With small group work and
personalised attention, your lecturer knows you by name,
ensuring you never feel lost in the crowd. Our campus
resembles a tight-knit village, offering the conveniences of
a bustling city. Whether it's a dental appointment or a
quick grocery run, everything you need is right here on
campus. Plus, our wireless connectivity allows you to
work comfortably outdoors, with your laptop on the
grass.
NUMEROUS STUDY AND STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
A striking element of student life in Enschede is the
presence of student-run study and student associations
that bring students together for academic activities,
sports and recreation. World associations are also
present, assisting international students in everyday
situations and helping them to settle in and make
friends. Which associations will you join?
BE PART OF A CLOSE COMMUNITY ON CAMPUS
As a student, you will profit from the beautiful campus:
a sustainable, well-maintained parkland dotted with top
facilities. The campus has as many activities to offer as a
small city. It’s a dynamic and close-knit community to live
and work in, where around 13,000 students and 3,800
staff members – representing around 100 nationalities –
use the latest knowledge and technology for a better
future.
TOP RESEARCH FACILITIES
You have access to high-quality laboratory, located on
campus. UT is a world-renowned top research university
and home to nearly 2,000 scientists. With three powerful
research institutes and around 400 labs, you have access
to a first-class research and learning environment.
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 WHY CHOOSE
TO STUDY AT UT?
As a UT student, you will learn how to use innovative technologies to influence today's societal challenges
meaningfully. You will benefit from excellent, highly personalised education and research in fields ranging from
social sciences and engineering to natural sciences and life sciences. You will learn to work with experts from other
disciplines and cultures. In doing so, you will develop in-depth professional knowledge and intensive personal
growth.

Your study location is our campus: a dynamic community for young people to work, live and socialise. It's a breeding
ground for brilliant ideas, where you follow academic education and apply your new skills in the various state-of-
the-art labs. This is also where you meet up with friends, play sports or visit the theatre. You can even go for
groceries or catch up in the bar. And downtown Enschede is just a 10-minute bike ride away!

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