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Geotechnical Engineering and Management – (M.Sc.)

University of Birmingham

Department of Civil Engineering
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Annual Tuition Fee: ≈ € 5,440 - ≈ € 14,430 (non-EEA)
Location: Birmingham / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴
Duration: 12 months Start Date: September
Educational Form:
  • Taught
Education Variants:
  • Parttime
  • Fulltime
Languages: English 
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Location of University of Birmingham

This MSc programme is designed to support high-level training and enhance both the technical and managerial skills of graduates and experienced personnel who work in or aspire to a career in the construction or related industries.

It is aimed at civil engineers and geologists who wish to widen their professional scope, or to specialise in geotechnical engineering with the addition of modern managerial skills.

The programme consists of taught modules (lectures, seminars, laboratory classes and design exercises and workshops), site visits and a research project. External lectures are provided by experts and leaders from industry to supplement the key academic parts of the programme.


Contents

The programme consists of taught modules (lectures, seminars, laboratory classes and design exercises and workshops), site visits and a research project. External lectures are provided by experts and leaders from industry to supplement the key academic parts of the programme.

The syllabus includes:

* Engineering geology
* Soil mechanics
* Laboratory testing
* Foundation engineering
* Earthworks
* Slope stability
* Retaining structures
* Earthquake engineering
* Ground improvement
* Environmental geotechnics and waste management
* Underground construction
* Financial and risk management
* Law, contract procedures, and investment appraisal

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Requirements

The basic requirement is a good Honours degree in an appropriate discipline (for example, Engineering, Sciences, Geography or Mathematics), and evidence of adequate knowledge of the English language. However, the entrance qualifications vary, as practical experience may be an important consideration.

* IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band.
* TOEFL 550 Paper- based test / 213 Computer-based test.

Additional Requirements

Minimal degree required: Bachelor's degree
Minimal amount of work experience Not specified

Language Proficiency

Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Grade A (Score: 80)

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