Introduction to Civil Engineering (with Integrated Design) MSc

The Civil Engineering (with Integrated Design) MSc is a comprehensive, one-year program at University College London (UCL) that delves into various aspects of civil engineering, including structural dynamics, sustainable design, geotechnics, and environmental engineering. This program is designed to advance students' careers in the fast-evolving field of civil engineering.

Entry Requirements

• A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related subject, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.
• Applicants who do not meet this threshold but have extensive full-time professional experience in civil engineering or a related discipline can provide a portfolio demonstrating existing engineering and design skills, which can be considered.

English Language Requirements

The English language level for this course is Level 1. UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are available for international students aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL.

Equivalent Qualifications

Country-specific information can be obtained from the International Students website. International applicants can find out the equivalent qualification for their country by selecting from a list of countries.

About the Degree

This program is ideal for graduates in civil engineering or similar fields who want to pursue a lifelong and fulfilling career in various sectors of engineering and its related industries. The Integrated Design route is for students specializing in this area but also wanting to broaden their knowledge across a range of civil engineering disciplines.

What the Course Will Give You

• A postgraduate degree from a top-ranked university, providing a prestigious qualification highly regarded by employers worldwide.
• The opportunity to work with expert academics and researchers in UCL Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering.
• Strong collaborative skills, working alongside experts from UCL and carrying out research projects with industrial partners.
• Access to the department's state-of-the-art and award-winning facilities across London.
• A transformative curriculum designed to help build a successful civil engineering career in industry or research.

Careers

Graduates unlock multiple career pathways, having developed a comprehensive skillset, in-depth expertise of program subject matter, and broad contextual knowledge. Some graduates prepare to become Chartered Engineers, while others find work across a wide range of sectors, industries, and organizations, or go on to research positions in world-leading academic institutions.

Employability and Networking

• Develop a strong technical and contextual foundation needed to progress into a civil engineering career in either industry or research.
• Regular opportunities to connect, collaborate, and build professional contacts as part of the Master's program.
• Engage with peers, industry experts, and faculty members at guest lectures and special seminars.
• Access to UCL Careers for resources and events to support career development.

Accreditation

This degree is accredited as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for a Chartered Engineer (CEng) for candidates who have already acquired a partial CEng accredited undergraduate first degree.

Teaching and Learning

The MSc program is delivered through a mix of seminars, lectures, laboratory work, projects, and practicals, frequently drawing upon real-life industry case studies. Assessment is through examinations, presentations, essays, coursework, and an individual research project submitted as a dissertation.

Modules

Full-time

• The program structure encompasses a total of 180 credits.
• 4 compulsory modules (60 credits) tailored to the chosen pathway form the core.
• 4 optional modules (60 credits) to complement specialization.
• An individual research project (60 credits) in Term 3.

Part-time

• The program structure encompasses a total of 180 credits over 2 years.
• 4 compulsory modules (60 credits) tailored to the chosen pathway form the core.
• 4 optional modules (60 credits) to complement specialization.
• An individual research project (60 credits) in Term 3.

Flexible

• The program structure encompasses a total of 180 credits over the course of studies.
• Compulsory modules: Integrated Design Research Project.
• Optional modules include:
  • Financial Aspects of Project Engineering
  • Water and Wastewater Treatment
  • Offshore and Coastal Engineering
  • Roads and Underground Infrastructure: Design, Construction, and Maintenance
  • Advanced Soil Mechanics
  • Introduction to Seismic Design of Structures
  • Finite-Element Modelling and Numerical Methods
  • Urban Flooding and Drainage
  • Structural Dynamics
  • Advanced Structural Analysis
  • Advanced Civil Engineering Materials
  • Engineering Study of Rail Systems and Infrastructure
  • Waste and Resource Efficiency
  • Environmental Fluid Mechanics
  • Introduction to Complex Infrastructure Systems

Fees and Funding

Fees for This Course

• UK students: ｣21,500 (full-time), ｣10,750 (part-time) for 2026/27.
• International students: ｣42,700 (full-time), ｣21,350 (part-time) for 2026/27.

Additional Costs

• A fee deposit will be charged.
• Some modules may organize field trips or activities where costs are met by participating students, up to ｣300 per student.
• The cost of a monthly 18+ Oyster travel card for zones 1-2 is ｣119.90 (price published by TfL in 2025).

Funding Your Studies

For a comprehensive list of funding opportunities, including those relevant to your nationality, visit the Scholarships and Funding website. Scholarships relevant to this department are displayed, including the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme and the UCL East London Scholarship.

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