Program Overview

Overview

The Civil Engineering MSc at Newcastle University is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to lead sustainable infrastructure development. This master's program combines advanced engineering knowledge with practical experience, focusing on resilience, sustainability, and innovation.

What You'll Learn

Students will develop advanced engineering knowledge to provide sustainable solutions to real-world problems, strong skills in digital tools, data analysis, and construction management, effective communication and teamwork skills, the ability to critically evaluate engineering challenges, independent research and project management capabilities, and capabilities in systems thinking, ethical decision-making, and inclusive leadership.

Modules

The course includes a range of compulsory and optional modules, such as:

• MSc Project and Dissertation
• Data Analysis and Geographic Information Systems
• Industry, Sustainable Systems and Professionalism
• Construction Project Management
• Advanced Modelling for Civil Engineering
• Specialist Structures
• Sustainable Construction Practice
• Advanced Geotechnical Design
• State of the Art Modelling for Flooding and Water Management
• Water Resources Modelling and Management

How You'll Learn

The course is delivered through a range of methods, including lectures, seminars, practical lab/workshop sessions, and group work. Assessment methods include case studies, computer assessments, design or creative projects, dissertations, lab exercises, practical lab reports, portfolios, problem-solving exercises, and written examinations.

Your Development

The course will help students develop a broad skill set, including professional skills such as leadership and management, communication and presentation, and project planning. Students will also develop research skills, including literature review and critical analysis, independent project design, and technical writing. Practical skills, such as experimental design and testing, digital modelling, data analysis, and software use, will also be developed.

Your Future

The course prepares students for a wide range of job roles, including civil or structural engineer, infrastructure consultant, project or design engineer, and engineering management roles. Graduates will have the skills to work in diverse areas, including infrastructure, construction, water resources, consultancy, and engineering finance.

Quality and Ranking

Newcastle University is ranked among the top universities globally, with 42% of its research classified as 4* world-leading. The university is also ranked among the top 150 universities for engineering and technology.

Facilities

The course is based within Newcastle's integrated School of Engineering, which provides access to specialist labs, equipment, and workshops used across all engineering disciplines.

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees for the course are £13,900 for home students and £30,050 for international students. Scholarships and funding opportunities are available, including a 25% discount on international fees for EU students.

Entry Requirements

The course requires a 2:1 honours degree or international equivalent in civil engineering, structural engineering, earth sciences, environmental sciences, geological science, geology, geomatics, geophysics, mathematics, physics, or other closely related disciplines. English language requirements also apply.

Admissions Policy

The university's admissions policy applies to all undergraduate and postgraduate admissions. The policy is intended to provide information about admissions policies and procedures to applicants and potential applicants.

How to Apply

Applications can be made online, and there is no application closing date for the course. International students are advised to apply at least two months before the course starts. A deposit of £1,500 is required for international students who need a visa to study in the UK.