Structural Engineering

Snapshot

Degrees available:

Degree	Length of study
Degree	Full time
MSc	12 months
This course has one start date - September

Academic School:

School of Engineering, Physics & Mathematics

How to apply:

Apply online via UKPASS

Professional Accreditation:

ICE/IStructE

Status:

This course is open for applications for September 2012.

Fees:

Academic Year	Home/EU	Overseas
2011-12	£3,400	£13,700
2012-13	£3,400	£14,385
2013-14	to be confirmed	to be confirmed

Overview

The MSc in Structural Engineering is part of the Division of Civil Engineering's extensive programme of postgraduate studies and research. The course builds on the Division's renowned research expertise and industrial experience in current aspects of civil engineering.

ICE/IStructE

This degree is accredited as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for a Chartered Engineer (CEng) for candidates who have already acquired an Accredited CEng (Partial) BEng(Hons) or an Accredited IEng (Full) BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree. Visit www.jbm.org.uk for further information.

Benefits

Development of transferable skills in research methods, communication and management of large and small scale projects
Better preparation for successful careers in industry, commerce or academia
Development of skills, knowledge and understanding in a specialist field
Participation in the research activities of a world-class department
Part-time students have the option of relating their research project directly to ongoing work within their employment
A wide range of research projects are available in any of the following areas: reinforced concrete, steel, masonry, lightweight structures, computers and structures

Course Structure

Core Modules

These provide skills generic to engineering and research. The three modules are:

Specialist Modules

The specialist modules provide in-depth and advanced knowledge, and build upon the Division's recognised expertise in structural engineering. These cover the following topics:

Research Project

The research project accounts for half of the programme and gives you the opportunity to benefit from, and contribute to our research. At the end of the project students submit a dissertation based on their research.

Methods of Assessment

The course is assessed by coursework and examination.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should normally have, or expect to have an honours degree at 2.2 or above, or equivalent professional or overseas qualifications, in a relevant academic discipline. For applicants with a non-technical degree, they should hold a 2:1 honours degree or above, and their suitability for one of the MSc programmes will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

English Language Requirement: IELTS of 6.0 (or equivalent), if your first language is not English. Please check our Language Requirements page for details of equivalent grades from other test providers, and information about the University of Dundee English Language courses.

Sources of Funding

Information about the School of Engineering, Physics and Mathematics scholarships can be found on the School of Engineering, Physics and Mathematics scholarships webpage.

Other sources of funding for postgraduate students can be found on our Scholarships webpage.

Contact

Course Contact	Admissions Contact
Postgraduate Admissions Tutor Dr. R I Mackie Civil Engineering School of Engineering, Physics and Mathematics University of Dundee Nethergate Dundee DD1 4HN Scotland Telephone: 01382 384702 (from the UK) Telephone: +44 1382 384702 (from outside the UK) Fax: 01382 384816 (from the UK) Fax: +44 1382 384816 (from outside the UK) Email: r.i.mackie@dundee.ac.uk	Postgraduate Admissions Admissions and Student Recruitment University of Dundee Nethergate Dundee DD1 4HN Scotland Telephone: 01382 384 384 (from the UK) Telephone: +44 1382 384 384 (from outside the UK) Fax: 01382 385 500 (from the UK) Fax: +44 1382 385 500 (from outside the UK) Email: postgrad-admissions@dundee.ac.uk