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Construction and Civil Engineering Facilities

Our Facilities

Our Facilities

As a Construction or Civil Engineering student, you will find our facilities to be more than just spaces for learning—they are dynamic hubs designed to inspire and nurture your passion for the construction industry.    

Our state-of-the-art workshops and laboratories provide ample space for hands-on experimentation and collaborative projects, while our dedicated digital surveying workshop offer access to cutting-edge tools and technologies for bringing your visions to life. With a rich array of resources, from 3D digital modelling software to drones and VR equipment, you will have the support you need to explore the boundaries of technology utilised in the construction industry. Come join our vibrant community of aspiring construction professionals and embark on a journey of exploration and testing within our exceptional facilities at the School  

Cluster Facilities

Our specialist Construction and Civil Engineering facilities include:    

  • A dedicated Construction Workshop containing shear testing, penetration testing, tensile and compressive testing equipment.  
  • Surveying equipment, including levels and total stations.    
  • CAD computer workstations including Revit, Revisto and MS project  
  • Several dedicated large format plotters    
  • A digital surveying room including VR equipment, 3D scanners, drones and thermographic equipment.    
  • An environment laboratory for soil testing.    
  • A dedicated construction classroom.    
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CWIC Construction Wales Innovation Centre

Construction and Civil Engineering students also have access to the workshops for large format model making, laser cutting, a CNC machine and 3D printers. Among other technical resources, such as thermographic technology. 

A man in VR glasses and wearing sensors on his hands uses a wood machine simulator to practise cutting a timber plank.
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Construction students on site 

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Construction students on site 

A young man wears a VR headset and lifts a controller in each hand; a large screen mounted on the wall beside him shows a cut-away view into a building.

VR Headset 

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Soil Sampling

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Lecture Room

Campus Life

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Discover Swansea Campus

Explore the impressive facilities at our Swansea campuses, offering a dynamic student experience. The campuses feature advanced laboratories, specialised art and design workshops, and innovative teaching areas. Comprehensive libraries are stocked with extensive digital and physical collections. Students benefit from dedicated areas for art, engineering, construction, and Psychology labs. Immersive rooms, available for all subjects including Policing, provide unique learning experiences. Additionally, vibrant social spaces, cafes, and an active Students’ Union hub foster a lively community atmosphere for both academic and personal development.