Civil Engineering

This flexible Civil Engineering course offered by University of Brighton gives you an advanced understanding of the concepts and philosophy of civil engineering and its practical application, preparing you for a career at the forefront of the profession.

At Civil Engineering MSc from University of Brighton you’ll develop the knowledge and skills to design engineering solutions that support sustainable development and protect against natural hazards to help ensure quality of life of future generations.

You’ll explore areas linked to the research we do. Their researchers have expertise in areas including structural engineering, earthquake and civil engineering dynamics, bridge engineering, rock mechanics, foundation engineering and coastal engineering.

Careers

In your career you need a combination of knowledge, skills, personal qualities and relevant experiences – and you’ll get all of this from your degree.

• Develop a critical awareness of, and ability to apply, current civil and environmental engineering practices globally.

• Gain an understanding of the distinct branches of knowledge and skills within civil engineering and its associated subject areas.

• Participate in group activities to develop teamwork, leadership skills, and integration of subject specialisms.

• Build advanced research, analytical and communication skills through working on your dissertation.

• This degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) comprising of the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, Institute of Highway Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Permanent Way Institution on behalf of the Engineering Council

Courses include:

• Coastal Engineering and Wave Loading

• Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering

• Rock Mechanics

• Dynamics of Structures with Earthquake Engineering Applications

• Random Vibration of Structures

• Repair and Strengthening of Existing Reinforced Concrete Structures