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Civil and Environmental Engineering MSc

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Overview

Overview

Our civil and environmental engineering course is designed to give you a better understanding of the relationship between civil engineering and current environmental issues.

We will help you to advance your analytical skills in core subject areas, including structural analysis, sustainability, geotechnics and hydraulics. You will learn to use modern IT techniques to solve complex problems throughout this course.

This course has been designed in close consultation with industry and is accredited as a designated technical MSc degree by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM). The JBM comprises the Institution of Civil Engineers, the Institution of Structural Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation, and the Institute of Highway Engineers. This course is also accredited by the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES), and successful completion satisfies the academic requirements for chartered status.

Professional accreditation

This degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) comprising of the:

This degree meets the academic requirement for further learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng). To hold accredited qualifications for CEng registration, you must also hold a Bachelor (Hons) degree that has been accredited as partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Study options

As well as the full-time and  part-time options, this course can be studied with:

Pre-Masters: If you have an undergraduate degree but do not meet the entry criteria or English language requirements for this course, you may qualify for our Extended Masters or Enhanced Extended Masters courses. 

Internship: Take this course with a six-month internship in the UK.

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Select your desired study option, then pick a start date to see relevant course information:

Study options:
We support flexible study by offering some of our courses part-time or via distance learning. To give you real world experience before you graduate, we also offer some courses with a placement or internship. All available options are listed here. Your choices may affect some details of your course, such as the duration and cost per year. Please re-check the details on this page if you change your selection.

Start date:

If your desired start date is not available, try selecting a different study option.

Why study Civil and Environmental Engineering with us?

Why study Civil and Environmental Engineering with us?

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What our students say…

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Course detail & modules

Course detail & modules

In addition to studying key civil engineering disciplines at an advanced level, you will cover the broader aspects of project and process management as they relate to the sector.

There will be several opportunities to design solutions to civil engineering problems, both in groups and individually.

At the end of your course, your dissertation will allow you to conduct postgraduate-level research, this time on a particular area of civil and environmental engineering, structural engineering or construction management.

Throughout your studies, you will have access to a dedicated computing laboratory. In addition, the University library is rich in resources that support the academic and professional elements of this course.

You will also have access to a range of digital resources, including the specialist simulation packages ANSYS, ETABS, SAFE and LUSAS.

The School of Computing and Engineering is a research-based school and we pride ourselves on offering a supportive environment for our students. Your tutors and dissertation supervisor are experts in their respective fields and will do all they can to help you reach your potential.

*The accreditation is on behalf of the Engineering Council and you must meet the further learning requirements set out by them in order to register as a Chartered Engineer (CEng):

  • You must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree.

See www.jbm.org.uk for more information.

*Accredited by the Institution of Structural Engineers, the Institution of Civil Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Institute of Highway Engineers on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng). Candidates must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to comply with full CEng registration requirements.

Pre-Masters (Extended Masters and Enhanced Extended Masters)

Our Extended Masters and Enhanced Extended Masters courses are intended for students who already have an undergraduate degree but don't meet the entry requirements to study for a Masters degree.

Over a full-time semester, you will study four modules specially designed to improve your academic and English language skills:

  • Advanced Study Skills
  • Critical Thinking, Analysis and Evaluation
  • Statistics
  • English (Business English on the Enhanced course)

Once completed, you will progress directly onto the core Masters course.

What's the difference between an Extended Masters and an Enhanced Extended Masters? The Enhanced Extended Masters is similar to the Extended Masters but with a greater focus on improving your English skills. It also includes a Business English module which will allow you to gain a full understanding of this critical subject area.

For more information see our Pre-Masters page. 

Internship

You can also take this course with a six-month internship with an employer during your studies. There are opportunities throughout the civil and construction industry within the UK. During the internship, you will be able to improve existing skills and acquire new ones, explore various career opportunities, network, and be part of a team. This experience will enhance your understanding of the world of work and professional practice in the workplace, ultimately boosting your career prospects and allowing you to focus on your potential career path

Please note: There is no guarantee that you will be successful in securing an internship. If you are unable to secure a placement/internship opportunity, the University will transfer you to the non-internship/placement route. 

The internship route for this course is open to UK students only.

Compulsory modules

  • Critical Thinking, Analysis and Evaluation

  • Advanced Study Skills

  • Advanced Structural Analysis

    With a focus on steel structures, you will study theoretical and computational aspects of the advanced structural analysis combined with the finite element method (FEM). These studies will give you a primary analysing tool that can overcome the limitation of classical calculation and that encourages design creativity.

  • Construction Project Management

    During this module you will gain knowledge and understanding of the issues that need to be considered during construction projects and the procurement process.

  • Advanced Geotechnical Engineering

    During this in-depth module you'll gain an understanding of advanced geotechnical modelling and its real-world applications. You will examine innovative and new geotechnical methods and experimental tests, such as advanced technics for stabilisation of slopes and soil cuts.

  • Advanced Structural Design

    In this module, you will develop the skills needed to safely analyse and design multi-story concrete structures. You will tackle civil engineering problems and design solutions (in groups and individually) in a way that reflects industry environments, while also developing an enhanced understanding of design codes.

  • Hydraulic and Environmental Engineering

    On this module you will explore the concepts and design methods required to analyse hydrological processes and floodplain hydraulics. You will also address the computational methods for calculating flows in open channels and closed conduits, as well as hydraulic and hydrologic routing in rivers.

  • Research Methods

    On this module, you will improve in-depth knowledge on specific tools and theories to develop your research skills at master’s level in the area of audio engineering. You will learn how to carry out an extensive literature review of a topic, selected in agreement with the assigned supervisor. Additionally, you will also learn to design research questions, their methodology and aims.

  • Project Dissertation

Compulsory modules

  • Critical Thinking, Analysis and Evaluation

  • Advanced Study Skills

  • Advanced Structural Analysis

    With a focus on steel structures, you will study theoretical and computational aspects of the advanced structural analysis combined with the finite element method (FEM). These studies will give you a primary analysing tool that can overcome the limitation of classical calculation and that encourages design creativity.

  • Construction Project Management

    During this module you will gain knowledge and understanding of the issues that need to be considered during construction projects and the procurement process.

  • Advanced Geotechnical Engineering

    During this in-depth module you'll gain an understanding of advanced geotechnical modelling and its real-world applications. You will examine innovative and new geotechnical methods and experimental tests, such as advanced technics for stabilisation of slopes and soil cuts.

  • Advanced Structural Design

    In this module, you will develop the skills needed to safely analyse and design multi-story concrete structures. You will tackle civil engineering problems and design solutions (in groups and individually) in a way that reflects industry environments, while also developing an enhanced understanding of design codes.

  • Hydraulic and Environmental Engineering

    On this module you will explore the concepts and design methods required to analyse hydrological processes and floodplain hydraulics. You will also address the computational methods for calculating flows in open channels and closed conduits, as well as hydraulic and hydrologic routing in rivers.

  • Research Methods

    On this module, you will improve in-depth knowledge on specific tools and theories to develop your research skills at master’s level in the area of audio engineering. You will learn how to carry out an extensive literature review of a topic, selected in agreement with the assigned supervisor. Additionally, you will also learn to design research questions, their methodology and aims.

  • Project Dissertation

Compulsory modules

  • Critical Thinking, Analysis and Evaluation

  • Advanced Study Skills

  • Advanced Structural Analysis

    With a focus on steel structures, you will study theoretical and computational aspects of the advanced structural analysis combined with the finite element method (FEM). These studies will give you a primary analysing tool that can overcome the limitation of classical calculation and that encourages design creativity.

  • Construction Project Management

    During this module you will gain knowledge and understanding of the issues that need to be considered during construction projects and the procurement process.

  • Advanced Geotechnical Engineering

    During this in-depth module you'll gain an understanding of advanced geotechnical modelling and its real-world applications. You will examine innovative and new geotechnical methods and experimental tests, such as advanced technics for stabilisation of slopes and soil cuts.

  • Advanced Structural Design

    In this module, you will develop the skills needed to safely analyse and design multi-story concrete structures. You will tackle civil engineering problems and design solutions (in groups and individually) in a way that reflects industry environments, while also developing an enhanced understanding of design codes.

  • Hydraulic and Environmental Engineering

    On this module you will explore the concepts and design methods required to analyse hydrological processes and floodplain hydraulics. You will also address the computational methods for calculating flows in open channels and closed conduits, as well as hydraulic and hydrologic routing in rivers.

  • Research Methods

    On this module, you will improve in-depth knowledge on specific tools and theories to develop your research skills at master’s level in the area of audio engineering. You will learn how to carry out an extensive literature review of a topic, selected in agreement with the assigned supervisor. Additionally, you will also learn to design research questions, their methodology and aims.

  • Project Dissertation

Compulsory modules

  • Critical Thinking, Analysis and Evaluation

  • Advanced Study Skills

  • Advanced Structural Analysis

    With a focus on steel structures, you will study theoretical and computational aspects of the advanced structural analysis combined with the finite element method (FEM). These studies will give you a primary analysing tool that can overcome the limitation of classical calculation and that encourages design creativity.

  • Construction Project Management

    During this module you will gain knowledge and understanding of the issues that need to be considered during construction projects and the procurement process.

  • Advanced Geotechnical Engineering

    During this in-depth module you'll gain an understanding of advanced geotechnical modelling and its real-world applications. You will examine innovative and new geotechnical methods and experimental tests, such as advanced technics for stabilisation of slopes and soil cuts.

  • Advanced Structural Design

    In this module, you will develop the skills needed to safely analyse and design multi-story concrete structures. You will tackle civil engineering problems and design solutions (in groups and individually) in a way that reflects industry environments, while also developing an enhanced understanding of design codes.

  • Hydraulic and Environmental Engineering

    On this module you will explore the concepts and design methods required to analyse hydrological processes and floodplain hydraulics. You will also address the computational methods for calculating flows in open channels and closed conduits, as well as hydraulic and hydrologic routing in rivers.

  • Research Methods

    On this module, you will improve in-depth knowledge on specific tools and theories to develop your research skills at master’s level in the area of audio engineering. You will learn how to carry out an extensive literature review of a topic, selected in agreement with the assigned supervisor. Additionally, you will also learn to design research questions, their methodology and aims.

  • Project Dissertation

Additional modules

Advanced Study Skills (only for internship student)

Critical Thinking, Analysis and Evaluation (only for internship student)

Compulsory modules

  • Advanced Structural Analysis

    With a focus on steel structures, you will study theoretical and computational aspects of the advanced structural analysis combined with the finite element method (FEM). These studies will give you a primary analysing tool that can overcome the limitation of classical calculation and that encourages design creativity.

  • Construction Project Management

    During this module you will gain knowledge and understanding of the issues that need to be considered during construction projects and the procurement process.

  • Advanced Geotechnical Engineering

    During this in-depth module you'll gain an understanding of advanced geotechnical modelling and its real-world applications. You will examine innovative and new geotechnical methods and experimental tests, such as advanced technics for stabilisation of slopes and soil cuts.

  • Advanced Structural Design

    In this module, you will develop the skills needed to safely analyse and design multi-story concrete structures. You will tackle civil engineering problems and design solutions (in groups and individually) in a way that reflects industry environments, while also developing an enhanced understanding of design codes.

  • Hydraulic and Environmental Engineering

    On this module you will explore the concepts and design methods required to analyse hydrological processes and floodplain hydraulics. You will also address the computational methods for calculating flows in open channels and closed conduits, as well as hydraulic and hydrologic routing in rivers.

  • Civil and Built Environment Research Methods

  • Project Dissertation

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

You should have an honours degree (2:2 or above) in civil or structural engineering or another engineering qualification at an equivalent level.

We may also offer you a place based on a combination of an ordinary degree (e.g. BSc/BEng in engineering without honours) together with relevant experience from within the work environment.

All applications are considered individually.

Find out more about our process for recognising previous experience.

Extended Masters Degree

To study the Extended Masters programme you will need:

  • a Bachelor's degree
  • international students need to meet our English language requirements of IELTS 6.5 or above and a minimum of 5.5 for each of the individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening).
Enhanced Extended Masters Degree

To study the Enhanced Extended Masters programme you will need:

  • a Bachelor's degree
  • international students must meet our English language requirements at IELTS 6.0 or above, and a minimum of 5.5 for each of the individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening).

Please note: If you qualify for a regular Masters, you will not be accepted on the Extended Masters or Enhanced Extended Masters course.

You need to meet our English language requirement - a minimum of IELTS 5.5 for each of the 4 individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). Visit our English language requirements page for information on other English language tests we accept.

You also need Level 6 qualifications at the same level as UK applicants. In some countries where teaching is in English, we may accept local qualifications. Check for local equivalents.

We offer pre-sessional English language courses if you do not meet these requirements.

Find out more about our English Language courses.

Extended Masters Degree

To study the Extended Masters programme you will need:

  • a Bachelor's degree
  • international students need to meet our English language requirements of IELTS 6.5 or above and a minimum of 5.5 for each of the individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening).
Enhanced Extended Masters Degree

To study the Enhanced Extended Masters programme you will need:

  • a Bachelor's degree
  • international students must meet our English language requirements at IELTS 6.0 or above, and a minimum of 5.5 for each of the individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening).

Please note: If you qualify for a regular Masters, you will not be accepted on the Extended Masters or Enhanced Extended Masters course.

Fees & funding

Fees & funding

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Please note:

  • Fees for the 2026/27 academic year and onwards may be subject to Government regulation and change.
  • Tuition fees are charged for each year of your course. If your course runs for two years or more, you will need to pay the fee for each academic year at the start of that year.
  • If your course runs for less than two years, the cost above is for your full course and you will need to pay the full fee upfront.
  • If no fee is shown above then the fees for this course are not available yet. Please check again later for updates.

Funding your studies

If you are studying a Masters course you may be eligible to apply for a Postgraduate Loan, this may help contribute towards your course fees and living costs.

Additional funding is available to some types of students, such as disabled students or those with dependants.

We offer a range of scholarships and bursaries, including awards for specific subjects.

Awards for computing and engineering students are also on offer.

Help with funding
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Please note:

  • Fees for the 2026/27 academic year and onwards may be subject to Government regulation and change.
  • Tuition fees are charged for each year of your course. If your course runs for two years or more, you will need to pay the fee for each academic year at the start of that year.
  • If your course runs for less than two years, the cost above is for your full course and you will need to pay the full fee upfront.
  • If no fee is shown above then the fees for this course are not available yet. Please check again later for updates.

International students - funding your studies

We offer scholarships for international students including International Ambassador Scholarships. 

Further information about funding and financial support for international students is available from the UK Council for International Student Affairs.

 

Financial support for international students
Teaching staff

Teaching staff

Professor Ali Bahadori-Jahromi

Professor Ali Bahadori-Jahromi

Ali Bahadori-Jahromi is a Professor of Civil Engineering, course leader for undergraduate and postgraduate Civil and Environmental Engineering including the Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship, and head of the Building Performance and Climate Change research group. His research group produced several research outputs, a number of PhD graduates for the civil and built environment and attracted collaboration and research funding from leading companies and research centres including: The Hilton, The Concrete Centre, XP Solutions and The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE).

Professor Jahromi is a Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers and is a Chartered Engineer (CEng) recognised by the Engineering Council. He is also a member of the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) which is the UK accreditation body for Civil Engineering courses and Chartered Examiner for the Institution of Civil Engineers. 

Ali Bahadori-Jahromi is a Professor of Civil Engineering, course leader for undergraduate and postgraduate Civil and Environmental Engineering including the Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship, and head of the Building Performance and Climate Change research group. His research group produced several research outputs, a number of PhD graduates for the civil and built environment and attracted collaboration and research funding from leading companies and research centres including: The Hilton, The Concrete Centre, XP Solutions and The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE).

Professor Jahromi is a Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers and is a Chartered Engineer (CEng) recognised by the Engineering Council. He is also a member of the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) which is the UK accreditation body for Civil Engineering courses and Chartered Examiner for the Institution of Civil Engineers. 

Study & career progression

Study & career progression

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Once you graduate you could go on to work with: 

  • consulting civil engineering companies 
  • structural engineering firms 
  • contractors 
  • local/national government 
  • utility companies.

Alternatively, you may want to explore a related area of study. Please see our full list of courses.

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