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Chartered Engineer - CEng

Characterisation and competences for chartered engineer registration

Chartered engineers are characterised by their ability to develop appropriate solutions to engineering problems, using new or existing technologies, through innovation, creativity and change.

They may develop and apply new technologies, promote advanced designs and design methods, introduce new and more efficient production techniques and marketing and construction concepts, and pioneer new engineering services and management methods.

Chartered engineers are variously engaged in technical and commercial leadership and possess effective interpersonal skills

UKSPEC competences

The UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UKSPEC) describes 16 generic competences for CEng. You are advised to read this document before starting to complete an application.

You must be able to give evidence in your application that you have demonstrated each of the competences. Advice is available on writing good competence claims for your application.

If you are in any doubt as to which category of registration is most appropriate, please consult a Professional Registration Advisor.

SEE ALSO:

• The registration process explained
• Find a professional registration advisor
• Further learning for registration
• Fees for professional registration

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DOWNLOADS:

•  CEng application pack (98 k)
  
•  CEng guide to registration (380 k)
  

Individual application documents

•  CEng/IEng guidance notes (120 k)
  
•  CEng/IEng application form (258 k)
  
•  Development Action Plan (30 k)