MSc Civil Engineering

LJMU's Civil Engineering MSc offers a pathway to Chartered Engineer status, preparing students to excel in and lead a civil engineering team. The program, informed by internationally recognized research from the Built Environment and Sustainable Technologies (BEST) Research Institute, aims to produce professional civil engineers who play a significant role in society. The program builds on foundational engineering knowledge and skills, advancing analytical skills and critical awareness of current issues. Students will evaluate the latest research and design methodologies, understand ethical issues related to civil engineering, and responsibilities with sustainable construction. They will also develop a greater understanding of management principles and strategies, enabling them to critically evaluate design, construction, and operation within regulation and current developments.

• a minimum 2:2 in civil, structural or another type of engineering

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• considerable relevant work experience

• IELTS English language requirement: 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component)

Further your career prospects

LJMU has an excellent employability record with 96% (HESA 2018) of our postgraduates in work or further study six months after graduation. Our applied learning techniques and strong industry connections ensure our students are fully prepared for the workplace on graduation and understand how to apply their knowledge in a real world context.

Common roles for graduates of this programme include: Civil Engineers, Geotechnical Engineers, Project Engineers and Structural Engineers at organisations including Carillion, Arup, Tony Gee, Mouchel, Mott McDonald, J N Bentley Ltd, HL Structural Engineers, URS Infrastructure and Environment Atkin Global and as General Consultants.

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