BEng (Hons) Railway Engineering

The BEng (Hons) Railway Engineering course offered at the University of East London is designed for individuals who aspire to work in the railway engineering sector. The course provides knowledge and skills in designing, constructing, and maintaining railways. It prepares the students to address the new challenges in the railway industry with a strong emphasis on railway infrastructure and vehicle systems. Course Content: The course covers key topics like advanced signal and electrical engineering, railway design, railway operations, traction systems, and railway asset management. It also includes practical experience through lab experiments, site visits, and the use of Railway Simulation software to create real-life scenarios.Key Modules: The programme has a wide range of core modules including Traffic and Transport for Engineers, Railway Infrastructure Engineering, Energy and Propulsion Systems, Railway Control and Signals, and Final Year Project. Accreditations: The BEng (Hons) Railway Engineering course is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) which includes the Institution of Civil Engineers, the Institution of Structural Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation, and the Institute of Highway Engineers.Future Careers: After graduation, students can pursue a range of roles in railway companies, engineering consultancies, and government departments. The roles include Railway Engineer, Project Engineer, Systems Engineer, Civil Engineer, and Track Engineer. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.