University of Greenwich - Civil Engineering MSc

University of Greenwich

Civil Engineering MSc

Meet the future demands of the construction industry and develop technical knowledge and skills with our accredited Master’s in Civil Engineering.

Looking to develop your professional, analytical and management skills to an advanced level? Our MSc in Civil Engineering enables graduates and engineers to build on their knowledge and specialise on individual projects. The course offers enhanced specialist knowledge in civil engineering and critical insight into broad management issues relevant to engineering and construction.

The course is run by a team of research-active staff. It is supported by world-class experimental facilities, including the largest concrete slab testing rig in Europe, geotechnical and hydraulics laboratories, and one of the largest environmental chambers in the country. Our extensive state-of-the-art laboratories provide the best possible facilities for conducting master's level research into all our civil engineering disciplines.

  • This course is taught at our Medway Campus in Kent.
  • Study in state-of-the-art laboratories.
  • This course is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (the Institution of Civil Engineers, the Institution of Structural Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Institute of Highway Engineers) as satisfying the further learning requirements for chartered engineer (CEng) registration. Individuals must hold a CEng-accredited honours degree as well as the accredited MSc for full exemption to CEng status.

Entry Requirements

  • You should have a relevant undergraduate degree at 2.2 or above, or equivalent qualification, from a recognised university or higher education institute

  • IELTS 6.5 overall with minimum 5.5 in each skill

Career Prospects

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

Civil engineering graduates can join world-class engineering consultants, contractors and clients with established, accredited training programmes and continuing professional development opportunities worldwide.

Do you provide employability services?

We have a team dedicated to enhancing student employment outcomes. This includes an Employer Partnerships Manager, who works with companies to provide placement and employment opportunities.

Our team will also help you understand the jobs market, produce effective CVs, and prepare for a graduate job and placement applications in your final year.

Course Details

Full Time Year 1

Compulsory modules.
Analysis and Design for Seismic Action (15 credits)
Principles of Management for Civil Engineering. (15 credits)
Analysis and Management of Risk in Civil Engineering (15 credits)
Advanced Materials Engineering for Construction (15 credits)
Finite Element Methods in Civil Engineering (15 credits)
Individual Research Project (60 credits)
Research, Planning and Communication (15 credits)
Academic English for Postgraduates (Engineering)
Advanced Geotechnical Engineering (15 credits)

Optional modules
Highway Engineering (15 credits)
Water and Wastewater Engineering (15 credits)

Part Time Year 1

Compulsory modules.
Principles of Management for Civil Engineering. (15 credits)
Analysis and Management of Risk in Civil Engineering (15 credits)
Finite Element Methods in Civil Engineering (15 credits)
Advanced Geotechnical Engineering (15 credits)

Part Time Year 2

Compulsory modules.
Analysis and Design for Seismic Action (15 credits)
Advanced Materials Engineering for Construction (15 credits)
Individual Research Project (60 credits)
Research, Planning and Communication (15 credits)

Optional modules
Highway Engineering (15 credits)
Water and Wastewater Engineering (15 credits)

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