Course Overview

Our Geotechnical Engineering MSc will give you the specialist knowledge and training to prepare you for professional practise, meeting the national and international demand for geotechnical engineers. Our MSc gives you an in-depth understanding of geotechnical engineering. It covers topics associated with the engineering behaviour of soils and rocks, geotechnical design, site investigation and testing, and construction practice. Advanced geotechnical specialisms are also taught, including the application of state-of-the-art computational tools in the design and the engineering of specialist earth structures such as tailing dams. Our MSc is designed for both practising professionals and new graduates in: Earth Sciences Civil Engineering Geological Science Geology Geophysics Maths Physics This course meets the growing need for engineers skilled in geotechnical engineering across the construction, environmental and energy industries. It highlights cutting edge technologies in geotechnical engineering and provides an understanding of: design and construction project management and health and safety sustainability and environmental impact

General Eligibility

A 2:1 honors degree, or an international equivalent, in: earth sciences civil engineering geological science geology geophysics maths physics

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub-skills).