Why study Civil Engineering?
Our Civil Engineering MSc will give you a comprehensive overview of what it takes to deliver a successful civil engineering project. You’ll learn the advanced capabilities and in-depth knowledge needed to thrive in your civil engineering career and solve work challenges such as environmental sustainability.
You’ll develop your research skills by completing a dissertation on a topic you want to explore further, supported by our academic staff.
Designed and delivered by a multi-disciplinary team of leading academics, who have over 60 years' experience in training civil engineers. Abertay has close links with industry and a high research rating in Civil and Environmental Engineering within Scotland.
You’ll graduate with the ability to manage and solve the multi-layered environmental challenges within current civil engineering projects.
The programme can be studied full time for one year or over two years part-time.
How the Course Works
Full-time on-campus students will complete the degree in one year: The academic year consists of three terms with the Master’s dissertation module completed in term three.
Part-time on-campus students will complete the degree in two years: year one consists of two terms, and year two of three terms with the Master's dissertation module completed in the final term.
The Master’s project is an independent research project under guidance of supervisors.
Learning and Assessment
The taught course will be assessed using a combination of written coursework, presentations, examinations and portfolios, and a written dissertation. Formal examinations, class tests and reports will also feature where relevant.
You’ll be exposed to a variety of teaching, learning and assessment practices throughout your MSc programme. This includes lectures, seminars, written/oral presentations and project work.
Field trips and industrial visits are used to develop student appreciation of the practical application of research methods and data analysis.
Upon Graduation, You Will:
- Be able to create sustainable design solutions to real-world problems, while evaluating the commercial, legal and environmental risks.
- Understand current and emerging techniques in civil engineering practice.
- Have the business and decision-making skills to lead teams and work in senior roles.
- Use your advanced knowledge to solve real-world problems.
- Communicate complex issues effectively to a wide range of stakeholders.
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