Individual Report Route - Incorporated Engineer (IEng)

Benefits

Incorporated Engineer (IEng) is a globally recognised designation that reflects high standards and professional rigour. It is valued across all engineering disciplines and signifies proven competence and commitment.

Eligibility

Open to all CICES Members and Fellows, regardless of academic background.

How to Apply

  1. Download the Guidebook

  2. Download the UK-SPEC Document – Available from the Engineering Council: www.engc.org.uk

  3. Submit the Expression of Interest Form – Found on the CICES website.

  4. The CICES Membership Department will:

    • Advise on the next steps

    • Manage fee payments

    • Allocate a mentor

    • Answer questions throughout the process

What is Involved?

Initial

  • Stage 1 application form

  • Stage 1 application fee

Stage 1 Submission

  • One-page CV

  • 500-word synopsis of the proposed Individual Report

  • Competence and commitment statements (approx. 2,500 words)

  • 3 years of CPD records

  • Mentor details and credentials (allocated by CICES or self-sourced)

Note: Feedback may require reworking or changing the Individual Report synopsis.

Stage 2 Submission

  • Stage 2 application form

  • Stage 2 application fee

  • Individual Report (3,000–8,000 words, excluding references and appendices)

  • Authentication form

  • Updated CPD records

  • Personal Report (approx. 2,000 words)

  • Sponsor questionnaires

These documents are reviewed for completeness and then assessed for readiness for interview.

Stage 3 – Review Interviews

Academic Review

  • Covers Competence & Commitment Standards A and B

  • Must show underpinning knowledge equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree

  • 90-minute interview, including a 30-minute presentation

Professional Review

  • Covers Competence & Commitment Standards C, D, and E

  • Up to 60-minute interview, no presentation required

The Outcome

  • The Engineering Council makes the final award decision.

  • The result is either successful or unsuccessful.

  • No deferrals or partial awards are offered.

  • Unsuccessful applicants may resit the Professional Review.

Accelerated Routes

Applicants with:

  • Exemplifying qualifications

  • Or eligibility under the EU Professional Qualifications and Services (EU Exit) Regulations 2020
    may apply via an accelerated route.

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