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ICTQual Level 5 Diploma in Civil Engineering

A two-year, 240-credit diploma developing advanced civil engineering knowledge, practical application, and problem-solving skills across design, construction, geotechnics, hydraulics, sustainabilit...

Awarding Body: ICTQual AB|Course Level: Level 5
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Course features

This 240-credit, two-year qualification delivers advanced civil engineering knowledge through mandatory units, practical application, competence-based assessment, and progression routes for both new learners and experienced professionals.

  • 240 credits completed over 2 years

  • 24 mandatory units across core and advanced civil engineering topics

  • Pass or fail grading structure

  • Competency evaluation through coursework, assignments, and verifiable experience

  • Internal assessment and IQA with external quality assurance by ICTQual AB

  • Flexible certification routes for new learners and experienced candidates

About course

The ICTQual Level 5 Diploma in Civil Engineering is an advanced qualification designed to build strong technical and practical competence in civil engineering principles and applications. It combines theoretical learning with real-world relevance to prepare learners for modern engineering challenges.

  • Develops advanced technical knowledge in civil engineering

  • Combines theory with practical and industry-focused application

  • Covers both foundational and specialist engineering areas

  • Supports progression to employment and higher qualifications

  • Builds analytical, design, and problem-solving capability

  • Prepares learners for complex infrastructure and construction projects

What you will learn

This qualification develops broad and advanced civil engineering competence through officially stated learning outcomes across design, analysis, planning, sustainability, project delivery, and professional communication.

  • Apply engineering, mathematical, and analytical principles to solve civil engineering problems

  • Analyse structures, materials, soils, fluids, and water systems for engineering applications

  • Use surveying, CAD, BIM, and software tools to support design, modelling, and project coordination

  • Plan, manage, and evaluate construction, transportation, and urban infrastructure projects

  • Integrate sustainability, environmental responsibility, and risk management into engineering decisions

  • Conduct independent research and present clear solutions to real-world civil engineering problems

Course content

Who should attend

This course is suitable for learners who want to enter, formalise, or advance within the civil engineering field through a structured two-year qualification with practical and academic value.

  • Aspiring civil engineering professionals seeking a recognised qualification

  • Learners progressing from Level 3 with relevant experience

  • Learners holding a Level 4 qualification in a related field

  • Site engineers, construction personnel, or technical staff formalising experience

  • Individuals aiming for roles in design, construction, infrastructure, or project management

  • Professionals seeking progression into advanced study or specialist civil engineering pathways

Course requirements

Applicants must meet ICTQual AB entry requirements for age, academic background, and language capability. Relevant prior exposure to civil engineering is helpful, though not mandatory.

  • A minimum of a Level 3 qualification plus 1 year of experience, or a Level 4 qualification in a related field such as mathematics, physics, engineering, or a science-based discipline

  • Minimum age of 16 years, proficiency in English, and ideally some prior exposure to civil engineering projects, construction work, or engineering technologies

Assessments

This qualification is competence-based and assessed against unit learning outcomes and assessment criteria. Assessment is carried out by qualified assessors, quality assured internally by centres, and externally verified by ICTQual AB.

  • Continuous internal assessment conducted by experienced and qualified assessors

  • Portfolio of evidence covering all learning outcomes and assessment criteria

  • Evidence may include assignments, projects, reports, observation reports, professional discussions, witness testimonies, worksheets, and oral or written questioning records

  • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be used where applicable, with external quality assurance conducted by ICTQual AB

Progression

Successful learners can progress to employment, specialist development, professional certifications, entrepreneurship, and further qualifications within the civil engineering sector.

  • Progress to roles such as Civil Engineer, Structural Engineer, Site Engineer, Project Manager, or Construction Manager

  • Pursue higher-level qualifications or specialist study in civil engineering fields

  • Work toward professional certifications or memberships such as CEng pathways, project management certifications, or relevant health and safety certifications

  • Develop specialist or consultancy careers in sustainable engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water engineering, or international project work

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