Our MSc Civil Engineering course is developed from a mix of technical and management-based modules, aligning to current global issues relating to civil engineering. Your learning will focus on the civil engineering infrastructure and structural and management aspects of construction, as well as complex environmental problems affecting construction projects.

Sustainability and innovation in design and construction represent fundamental themes on the course, alongside considerations of economic efficiencies. Grounded in professional, statutory and regulatory bodies’ requirements, your studies will emphasise critical issues related to global social responsibility and sustainability, fostering respect for different values and world views.

Who is this course designed for?

This course is suitable for professionals working in the broad civil engineering and construction industries, who aspire to senior management positions. Additionally, this course is suitable for BSc (Hons) and BEng (Hons) undergraduate students in related subject areas, looking to progress to study a technical postgraduate programme. The skills and knowledge gained on this course opens up opportunities for application to senior technical and middle/senior management positions.

What you'll study

Our MSc Civil Engineering course concentrates on the civil engineering, structural and management aspects of construction, as well as complex sustainability and environmental problems affecting construction projects. You’ll gain awareness, an understanding of, and competence in, the design, management and construction of civil engineering infrastructure.

Grounded through Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Bodies’ requirements, the course focuses on the theme of engineering for sustainability. There is an embedded theme of sustainability and innovation in design and construction, taking into account economic efficiency. The course facilitates and supports dialogue and debate on critical issues related to global social responsibility, within the wider sustainability agenda, fostering an appreciation and respect for different values and world views.

How you’re taught

• A wide range of teaching and learning methods are used to deliver the course content. In most modules, you’ll take part in intensive sessions of key point lectures, supported by study guides and other literature. Live site visits and laboratory sessions will support your lecture and seminar-based learning.
• Many modules include presentations by external industry specialists, to provide a real life perspective on the module content. Some modules also include laboratory investigations and computer applications.
• Non-contact hours include direct out-of-classroom reading and activities, and independent learning and reading is deemed necessary to achieve the learning outcomes for the course.

Course accreditation

This course is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators of the Engineering Council, satisfying the educational requirements necessary for advancement to Chartered Engineer status with the following professional bodies: the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT) and the Institution of Highway Engineers (IHE). This will give you the opportunity to gain the necessary knowledge, skills and professional recognition to progress into a senior management role in civil engineering.