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Highway and Geotechnical Engineering (P.Grad.Dip), GradDip
University of Dublin Trinity College, School of Engineering
- Civil Engineering, Architecture & Construction
- Geo-Engineering
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| Country: | Ireland | Duration: | 12 Months |
| City: | Dublin | Start Date: | October |
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| Languages: | English |
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| Application Deadline: | 26 June | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | € 5750 € 11500 (non-EEA) | ||
Programme Description
This is a one-year postgraduate course to enable graduate engineers to obtain a sound knowledge of important aspects of highway and geotechnical engineering. In particular, the course is suitable for engineers involved in the provision, maintenance and operation of highways, but it is open to all those holding a degree or equivalent in civil engineering or any other relevant branch of engineering.
The topics covered include: economic aspects of highway planning and programming; structural and geometric design; earthworks; laboratory testing; bearing capacity; embankments on soft soils; ground improvement methods; maintenance and rehabilitation; traffic management; and construction management with particular reference to cost control and quality assurance. Lectures are normally held on Friday evening and Saturday morning each week throughout the three teaching terms.
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Lectures, laboratory practicals and site visits are normally held on Friday evening 7 - 10 p.m. and Saturday morning 9.30 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. each week throughout the three academic terms (October to May.) In addition to attending lectures, participants may be required to submit coursework as part of the students' assessment.
Examinations are held in May/June, with Supplemental Exams held in September. Coursework, which is done throughout the year, may contribute towards the overall assessment.
Requirements
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country. Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test. More information
A degree in Engineering or related discipline is required. Applications are assessed based on academic qualifications, together with the number of years of relevant experience.
English language requirements:
- IELTS: Grade 6.5
- TOEFL: 230-computer based, 570 paper based
- Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English: Grade C
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: Grade C
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