Civil Engineering, MSc

Program Overview

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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.

Overview

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.

Course Content

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.

Accreditation

This degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) comprising of the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, Institute of Highway Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Permanent Way Institution on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the academic requirement for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng). To hold accredited qualifications for CEng registration, candidates must also hold a Bachelor (Hons) degree that has been accredited as partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

School

Engineering

Location

Medway Campus

Duration

• 1 years full-time
• 2 years part-time

Start month

September; January

Fees

• Home: £11,325
• International: £17,975

What You Should Know About This Course

• Study in state-of-the-art laboratories.
• With dedicated staff and skills-boosting initiatives, and great links with big employers, you'll have all the opportunities you need to succeed.
• You'll study in Medway in Kent, a great location with fantastic transport links. It's easy to get to central London, as well as the beautiful Kent coast and countryside.

Accreditations

• Institution of Civil Engineers
• Institution of Structural Engineers
• Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation
• Institute of Highway Engineers
• Permanent Way Institution - The Institution for Rail Infrastructure Engineering

Course Outline

Full-time

• Year 1:
  • Individual Research Project (60 credits)
  • Research, Planning and Communication (15 credits)
  • Academic English for Postgraduates (Engineering)
  • Choose 45 credits from:
    • Analysis and Design for Seismic Action (15 credits)
    • Principles of Management for Civil Engineering (15 credits)
    • Advanced Materials Engineering for Construction (15 credits)
    • Finite Element Methods in Civil Engineering (15 credits)
    • Information Technologies for Environmental Engineering (15 credits)
  • Choose 60 credits from:
    • Highway Engineering (15 credits)
    • Analysis and Management of Risk in Civil Engineering (15 credits)
    • Hydrosystems Engineering and Management (15 credits)
    • Water and Wastewater Engineering (15 credits)
    • Advanced Geotechnical Engineering (15 credits)

Part-time

• Year 1:
  • Research, Planning and Communication (15 credits)
  • Academic English for Postgraduates (Engineering)
  • Choose 15 credits from:
    • Analysis and Design for Seismic Action (15 credits)
    • Principles of Management for Civil Engineering (15 credits)
    • Advanced Materials Engineering for Construction (15 credits)
    • Finite Element Methods in Civil Engineering (15 credits)
    • Information Technologies for Environmental Engineering (15 credits)
  • Choose 30 credits from:
    • Highway Engineering (15 credits)
    • Analysis and Management of Risk in Civil Engineering (15 credits)
    • Hydrosystems Engineering and Management (15 credits)
    • Water and Wastewater Engineering (15 credits)
    • Advanced Geotechnical Engineering (15 credits)
• Year 2:
  • Individual Research Project (60 credits)
  • Choose 30 credits from:
    • Analysis and Design for Seismic Action (15 credits)
    • Principles of Management for Civil Engineering (15 credits)
    • Advanced Materials Engineering for Construction (15 credits)
    • Finite Element Methods in Civil Engineering (15 credits)
    • Information Technologies for Environmental Engineering (15 credits)
  • Choose 30 credits from:
    • Highway Engineering (15 credits)
    • Analysis and Management of Risk in Civil Engineering (15 credits)
    • Hydrosystems Engineering and Management (15 credits)
    • Water and Wastewater Engineering (15 credits)
    • Advanced Geotechnical Engineering (15 credits)

Entry Requirements

UK Citizens and Permanent Residents

• An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in Civil Engineering.
• Applicants without a degree that have professional and vocational experience (e.g. incorporated engineer or chartered engineer status) may be considered if they demonstrate the potential to succeed on the course.
• Applicants from other backgrounds may be considered.

International Entry Requirements

• The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses.
• For detailed information on the academic and English language requirements, please find your country in our directory.

How You Will Learn

Teaching

• We use different teaching approaches to give you a varied experience. This includes lectures, interactive paper-led discussions and exercises to encourage creative thinking.
• Our taught modules are informed by research. The theory of each topic is accompanied by practical elements covering paper-based, computer-based and hands-on building type challenges.

Class Sizes

• For specialist modules, our classes are usually limited to 20 students in lab sessions and 40 in lectures. This helps to create familiarity between students and staff and ensure a great learning experience. The modules that run across several courses can have larger classes sizes, which are typically broken down into smaller groups.

Independent Learning

• Our courses are designed to give you the space for exploratory and independent study. You'll work towards individual and group assignments and undertake the preparation/follow-up work associated with lectures, seminars, integrative assignments and laboratory classes.
• We encourage students to take advantage of a range of related extra-curricular opportunities available within the university and elsewhere.

Overall Workload

• If you are studying full-time, you should expect the workload to be similar to a full-time job. For part-time students, this will reduce in proportion with the number of courses you are studying.

Assessment

• Students will be assessed through a variety of methods, such as:
  • Classroom presentations, discussions and case-studies
  • Critical reviews, looking at new areas of research
  • Examinations.

Feedback Summary

• University policy is to give feedback on assignments within 15 working days of the coursework submission date.
• Examination results will be available within 28 days.

Fees and Funding

Fees

• Home: £11,325
• International: £17,975

Accommodation Costs

• Whether you choose to live in halls of residence or rent privately, we can help you find what you're looking for. University accommodation is available from £126.35 per person per week (bills included), depending on your location and preferences. If you require more space or facilities, these options are available at a slightly higher cost.

Scholarships and Bursaries

• We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.
• The Greenwich Bursary: This bursary is worth £700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income, entering Year 0 or 1 who meet the eligibility criteria.
• EU Bursary: Following the UK's departure from the European Union, we are supporting new EU students by offering a substantial fee-reduction for studying.

Careers and Placements

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.

Support and Advice

Academic Skills and Study Support

• The course leader has the overall responsibility for your course and will be your first point of contact.
• We also allocate you a personal tutor, who you meet soon after you join the department. Their role is to support your personal and academic development and act as your point of contact for queries or problems.

Support from the Department

• We help new students over the first few weeks with our faculty and department induction. This covers the first week of term 1 (September) and term 2 (January). We'll also help you discover the academic and social landscape at Medway Campus.