MSc Geotechnical Engineering

at Newcastle University

Modules

You will study modules on this course. A module is a unit of a course with its own approved aims and outcomes and assessment methods.

Compulsory Modules
 

• Advanced Geomechanics
• Assessment of slope stability; design of slopes, mine pitwalls and tailing dams
• Applied Rock Engineering
• Soil Modelling and Numerical Methods
• Foundation Design and Soil Improvement Solutions
• Ground Engineering Practice and Professional Skills
• MSc Project and Dissertation in Geotechnical Engineering
• Remediating Contaminated Land

A 2:2 honours degree, or an international equivalent, in:
 

• earth sciences
• civil engineering
• geological science
• geology
• geophysics
• maths
• physics

You must have a maths background. We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant professional experience.

Fees and funding

Home students Tuition fees (per year)
£11,700

International students Tuition fees (per year)
£26,400

We'll prepare you for a wide range of careers across the globe in construction, environmental and energy sectors. Some graduate destinations include:
 

• specialist geotechnical consultancies and contractors
• global engineering firms
• geoenvironmental consultancies
• offshore engineering services
• international classification societies

Our close industry links and strong graduate community have seen graduates go on to destinations including:
 

• AECOM
• Arup
• Cundall
• Jacobs
• Milestone
• PTV
• Systra

This course also provides a route into PhD level study.