Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Construction and Facilities Engineering prepares students with advanced perspectives and skills valuable in commercial and residential construction and facilities, project planning, logistics, and materials management. This degree program opens the door to many professional opportunities where graduates can make an impact through technical proficiency and community involvement. The 30 credit-hour, STEM-designated program is an efficient path to achieving career goals while offering international students the opportunity to apply for an OPT extension, opening doors to global opportunities.

Program Details

• The program requires graduate coursework plus a capstone of a thesis or a comprehensive exam.
• Delivery: On Campus or Online
• Credit Hours: 30
• Start Dates: Spring, Summer I, Summer II, Fall

Alumni Spotlight

Bhagyashree Rathod '23

This program is very comprehensive with both theoretical and practical concepts. There is a huge learning opportunity from professors who have wide industry experience. Interacting with industry experts from organizations like International Facility Management Association (IFMA) builds your domain expertise in addition to building network.

Donny Ravelo '24

Testing in environments like this gives us the chance to not only test the robots capabilities, but the operators as well. You dont get any more hands-on than this!

Nneka Ubi '24

After working for over four years in real estate management, I aspired to expand my knowledge in construction. The options in many schools were either a pure facilities management program or a pure construction management program. Then I discovered UNC Charlottes Construction and Facilities Engineering program which offers the ideal blend of both. Even better, Charlotte is one of the hubs for the construction and engineering industries, providing access to a thriving job market and potential internship opportunities.

Early Entry Option

Exceptional undergraduate students may apply to the M.S. in Construction and Facilities Engineering Early Entry program to begin work toward a graduate degree before completion of the bachelors degree.