1. Rise to the challenge

2. “Engineers are important, because without them society doesn't really function” Teresa Frost
Engineer with Cormac Solutions Ltd

3. Engineering skills Problem solving Designing Calculating
Being creative
Analysing
Applying science to the real world
Building

4. Subjects to study

5. civil engineering?
How can I get into

6. An apprenticeship in civil engineering lets you
work and learn as you go
An apprenticeship
Bethany Wilson, Transport Planning Technician, CH2M HILL

7. Or do a course to study civil engineering – e.g. HNC, HND,
Foundation Degree, BEng, BSc, MEng or MSc

8. Help to study find out more: ice.org.uk/QUEST
There are scholarships available for studying at university and for vocational courses:
QUEST Undergraduate Scholarships offer top students up to £10,000 during their course and paid summer work placements
QUEST Technician Scholarships offer up to £1,500
find out more: ice.org.uk/QUEST

9. What jobs are there in civil engineering? Structural engineer
Environmental engineer
Transportation engineer
Water resource engineer
Energy engineer
Construction manager
Project manager
Cost consultant
Technical specialist …and many more

10. Great reasons to… become a civil engineer
It’s interesting and challenging
It allows you to use your creativity
You get a great sense of accomplishment from completed projects
Civil engineers earn good money and are respected
It gives opportunities to work and travel
Romeena Haider, Lead Asset Protection Engineer - Tottenham Court Road, Crossrail

11. Shape your future
“I’d recommend a career in civil engineering as you get to do something different every day. It’s really rewarding to see your plans come to life and knowing that you are providing a better world for those around you and the future.
Also, it’s fun!”
Jenny Giles

12. Civil engineers – shaping the world
Find out more
ice.org.uk/education
Civil engineers – shaping the world