MSc Geotechnical Engineering
University of Exeter
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OverviewGain knowledge in rock engineering, site investigation, data capture and data analysis required to understand the issues facing engineers excavating increasingly ambitious and complex underground spaces.Delivered by staff with strong research interests directly related to the topics covered, modules involve a broad range of activities and teaching delivery methods.Camborne School of Mines (CSM) has a world-class reputation and excellent alumni network, allowing our graduates to prosper ...Read more

Overview

  • Gain knowledge in rock engineering, site investigation, data capture and data analysis required to understand the issues facing engineers excavating increasingly ambitious and complex underground spaces.
  • Delivered by staff with strong research interests directly related to the topics covered, modules involve a broad range of activities and teaching delivery methods.
  • Camborne School of Mines (CSM) has a world-class reputation and excellent alumni network, allowing our graduates to prosper in their respective fields in all corners of the globe.
  • Take advantage of workshops using the latest industry relevant computational tools, practical activities and group and individual exercises.
  • Blend of rock engineering and geotechnical data analysis modules this programme is highly vocational and specifically aimed at career opportunities for postgraduates.

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58/101
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14th
What students say
C
Casanique
26 Nov 24

It would be nice to have sheltered corridors on campus..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
04 Apr 14

For starters, do not worry about starting uni, the staff make it really easy and fun and everyone at Falmouth has come down here for a reason. It was weird starting without the..Read more

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Entry requirements

A good honours degree from a recognised university (typically a 2:2 or higher) in a science, earth or environmental science, engineering or maths based subject.

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£13,700 per year

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£27,500 per year

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£27,500 per year

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Latest Geotechnical Engineering reviews

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C
Casanique
26 Nov 24
MSc Geotechnical Engineering
It would be nice to have sheltered corridors on campus...
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SR
Student Reviewer
04 Apr 14
Engineering Geology and Geotechnics BSc (Hons)
For starters, do not worry about starting uni, the staff make it really easy and fun and everyone at Falmouth has come down here for a reason. It was weird starting without the...
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University of Exeter
Penryn Campus Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Penryn Cornwall  0.4 miles away

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