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Structural Engineering – (M.Sc.)
University of Dundee
School of Engineering, Physics and Mathematics
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 3,910 - ≈ € 15,777 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Dundee / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Dundee
The MSc in Structural Engineering is part of the Division of Civil Engineering's extensive programme of postgraduate studies and research. The course builds on the Division's renowned research expertise and industrial experience in current aspects of civil engineering.
Course Benefits:
- Development of transferable skills in research methods, communication and management of large and small scale projects
- Better preparation for successful careers in industry, commerce or academia
- Development of skills, knowledge and understanding in a specialist field
- Participation in the research activities of a world-class department
- Part-time students have the option of relating their research project directly to ongoing work within their employment
- A wide range of research projects are available in any of the following areas: reinforced concrete, steel, masonry, lightweight structures, computers and structures
Course Delivery:
For full-time students the course runs for 12 months starting in the autumn. Part-time students can take the course over a period of two or three years, and it may be possible for the research project to be carried out in collaboration with your current employer.
Contents
Core Modules
These provide skills generic to engineering and research. The three modules are:
- Research Methods and Communications
- Health, Safety & Environmental Engineering
Specialist ModulesThe specialist modules provide in-depth and advanced knowledge, and build upon the Division's recognised expertise in structural engineering. These cover the following topics:
- Advanced Structural Analysis
- Earthquake Engineering & Concrete Assessment
- Innovative Structures
Research Project
The research project accounts for half of the programme and gives you the opportunity to benefit from, and contribute to our research. At the end of the project students submit a dissertation based on their research.
Methods of Assessment:
The course is assessed by coursework and examination.
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Requirements
Applicants should normally have, or expect to have an honours degree at 2.2 or above, or equivalent professional or overseas qualifications, in a relevant academic discipline. For applicants with a non-technical degree, they should hold a 2:1 honours degree or above, and their suitability for one of the MSc programmes will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
English Language Requirement: IELTS of 6.0 (or equivalent), if your first language is not English.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.0 |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 550 |
Accreditation
Professional Accreditation: ICE/IStructE
The programme is currently approved by the Joint Board of Moderators as an Approved Further Learning Scheme for Charted Engineer.
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