Università degli Studi di Perugia

Degree course in Civil engineering [L-7] D. M. 270/2004

General information

Qualification awarded

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Level of qualification

First cycle

Specific admission requirements and specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning

Enrolment in the Degree Programme is subject to possession of a three-year degree or secondary school diploma, or other academic qualification obtained abroad recognized as valid. Students must have an adequate initial preparation in basic subjects such as mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology. Prior to the beginning of lessons, the Faculty organizes a month of preparatory activities during which it is possible to attend lessons aimed at assessing and consolidating knowledge of the basic courses.

Profile of the programme

Enrolment in the Degree Programme is subject to possession of a three-year degree or secondary school diploma, or other academic qualification obtained abroad recognized as valid. Students must have an adequate initial preparation in basic subjects such as mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology. Prior to the beginning of lessons, the Faculty organizes a month of preparatory activities during which it is possible to attend lessons aimed at assessing and consolidating knowledge of the basic courses.

Qualification requirements and regulations

The Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering has a duration of 3 years, during which the student must acquire 180 credits. Formative activities are organized on a six-monthly basis or annually, and are developed through lectures, tutorials, seminars, practical assignments and a final examination. The educational programme of each student is oriented upon enrolment and through ongoing assessment by Secretarial staff and special education tutors (PhD students and research fellows). On completion of the degree course, career guidance is provided by a Steering Committee and ALMALUREA. All aspects of organization and management of the degree course are described in the Academic Regulations, available on the website of the Faculty.

Key learning outcomes

Undergraduates in Civil Engineering acquire the skills and know how regarding methodological and operational aspects of mathematics and other basic sciences, and be able to use this knowledge to interpret and describe the problems of civil and environmental engineering.
Graduates will have adequate knowledge of the methodological and operational aspects of engineering science, both in general and specifically in relation to those of the specific area of civil, environmental and territorial engineering, with the ability to identify, formulate and solve problems, using up-to-date methods, techniques and tools.
Graduates will be able to use techniques and tools for the design of components, systems and processes, conduct experiments and analyze and interpret the data and understand the impact of engineering solutions within a social, physical and environmental context.
There is a good knowledge of business environments and corporate culture in its economic, managerial and organizational aspects, not to mention relational and decision-making skills.
In addition, the graduate is able to communicate effectively in writing and orally, in at least one European language in addition to Italian, possessing the basic cognitive tools for the continuous updating of their knowledge. The graduate knows his/her professional and ethical responsibilities.

Examination regulations, assessment and grading

Individual examinations are held orally before a Board of at least two professors. Other possible methods of assessment (eg written, final examinations, or ongoing assessment, seminar presentations) will appear in the descriptions of each course. The tests for individual courses are evaluated on a scale of 30, and where appropriate, with honours. The final mark is based on the results of each course and consists of a practical design test on specific themes characterizing the degree course. The Board consists of at least 5 professors and the final score is expressed on a scale of 110 and, where appropriate, with honours.

Graduation requirements

The final qualification is awarded upon the attainment of 180 credits and passing of a final examination.

Mode of study (full-time, part-time, e-learning, ...)

Full-time study and attendance is highly recommended. However, part-time study is possible: Attendance is not compulsory and the student can take the exam at his/her own speed and needs, in respect of the Academic Regulations.

Occupational profiles of graduates with examples

Job opportunities include:

• Freelance work in engineering companies and professional firms which provide design work and  consultancy in civil and environmental matters;
• Activities in Public Administration (Ministries, Technical Services, Agencies), in Local Authorities  responsible largely for management and control in offices of design, planning, management and control of infrastructures, urban and territorial systems;
• Activities of design and consultancy in companies dealing with  the construction and maintenance of civil works, plants and infrastructures;
• Business planning and consultancy in service companies for the feasibility study of urban and  territorial impact of infrastructures.
• Business services, for the development of self-employment, for jobs in public administration and research institutions.

Access to further studies

The Course provides access to the Master’s Degree Course in Civil Engineering and the Master’s Degree Course in Environmental and Territorial Engineering.

Programme director or equivalent

Tabella riepilogativa regolamento

General (Regulations 2013)