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Universities United Kingdom University of East London Courses MSc Structural Engineering

MSc Structural Engineering
at University of East London

London, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 14,760
Country Rank#93
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6

Program Overview

MSc Structural Engineering is offered by University of East London UK. The course duration is 12 months.

Our MSc Structural Engineering degree will develop your engineering expertise in line with the ever-changing demands of the profession.

We will enhance your knowledge in all the essential areas, from advanced structural analysis to soil-structure engineering, and we will ensure your research skills are sharp enough to give you a competitive edge when you embark on your career. This will be enhanced with an industrial placement which will enhance your professional skills and improve your employability chances.

Our campus location in the heart of London's Docklands will allow you to see close up the challenges, and opportunities, for the next generation of engineers such as intensive urbanisation and major economic regeneration. We have excellent links with major employers in the industry, including Atkins, Waterman Group, Thames Water and the London Borough of Newham.

We will get your engineering career off to the best possible start.

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 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. *

This course is also available asa two-year masters with an industrial placement year. The embedded industrial placement offers a unique opportunity to apply the skills learnt on real-life projects.

Course Content
MODULES

Year 1

CORE MODULES

Mental Wealth: Professional Life (Engineering Management)

To module assess the role of the engineer / construction manager in industry and the community. It investigates advances in engineering / construction technology and analyse its effect on the production process. The module will involve studying current management skills and the appropriate numerical techniques, contract procedures and financial controls.

Soil Structure Engineering

This module introduces the application of geotechnical engineering design approaches and in particular the concepts of soil/structure interaction to the design, construction and maintenance of deep foundations, excavations and flexible earth retaining structures.

Design in Steel and Concrete

Structural design is a vital step in many construction, infrastructure and engineering projects in general. The module aims to provide advanced current design practice and assessment techniques as used in a modern design office; knowledge of recent research and the philosophy behind the relevant Codes of Practice and British Standards.

Advanced Structural Analysis

Structural Stability and Dynamics

Applied Research and Engineering Practice
Entry Requirement
English Language requirements

Overall IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in Writing and Speaking; minimum 5.5 in Reading and Listening (or recognised equivalent).

If you do not meet the academic English language requirements for your course, you may be eligible to enrol onto a pre-sessional English programme. The length of the course will depend on your current level of English and the requirements for your degree programme. We offer a 5-week and an 11-week pre-sessional course.
Fees & Scholarships
International

Full time 1/2 years

£14,760

Per year.

Year 2 Industrial Placement Fee - £3500
Career Prospect
There is an acknowledged shortage of skilled structural engineers with the right qualifications and experience. We have designed this course to fill this skills gap and give you a competitive edge when it comes to your career.

Graduates from our MSc Structural Engineering course can expect to find work in a variety of consultancy and contracting roles in fields such as structural engineering, infrastructure projects, geotechnical engineering, highways and transportation.

The skills you will develop while gaining your MSc will also enhance your career prospects in other related areas such as research and management.

With access to our strong and diverse academic knowledge base and the opportunities to apply that knowledge professionally, we will give you the best possible head start.

Our Docklands location means that we are uniquely placed for links to industry employers, and we have strong contacts with organisations in the local area, including Crossrail, Thames Water and the London Borough of Newham.

Our students have an excellent track record of employment and have landed jobs in sectors that include aviation, infrastructure, transport and construction.

Within our School we also have a dedicated careers advisory service as well as an active alumni network able to facilitate contact with prospective employers.

Our students have gone on to win fantastic industry leading awards, including three at the Concrete Centre awards - First prize in 2016 and 2018, and the sustainability award in 2019!

Cost Of Studying At University of East London

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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MSc Structural Engineering at University of East London