Civil Engineering postgraduate degrees in Plymouth

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University of Plymouth

5 civil-engineering courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 32nd
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Source : Complete University Guide 2026

WUSCA ranking: 50th
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As an international Environmental Management student, my time at Plymouth has been defined by two things: academic freedom and incredible support. When I faced significant personal loss and financial struggles that impacted my attendance, the faculty didn't write me off they gave me the flexibility to recover and succeed. The course itself is far more than just exams. I was able to lead complex, consultancy-style projects (like my work on Singapore Heat Stress policies) that felt like real professional work, not just coursework. The resources in the Marine Building and library are top-tier for anyone willing to push themselves. Plymouth offers a rare balance: it challenges you intellectually to reach distinction levels, but supports you personally when life gets hard. Highly recommended for students who want resilience alongside their degree.

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MSc Civil Engineering
clock icon 1 year full time
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Modules
Year 1
  • ENBS542 Project Management and Professional Practice
  • ENGR501 Engineering Research Methods and Professional Development
  • Finite Element Modelling and Analysis
  • HYFM501 Advanced Hydraulic Engineering
  • PRCE505 MSc Dissertation
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PhD Civil Engineering
clock icon 2 years full time
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Year 1
  • GSRCIVI1 Research Civil Engineering
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