Structural Engineering

You’ll study a set of core modules that give you a firm foundation in the key elements of structural engineering. You’ll develop and expand your understanding of structural analysis and foundation engineering, and explore design issues related to key building materials like concrete, steel and composites. From there you’ll explore design optimisation and examine real-life examples.

We place a strong emphasis on applying your knowledge to real-world problems. Over the 2 semesters, you’ll work on your own design project, where you’ll develop, evaluate and recommend concept design solutions to a structural engineering problem and even put together an outline construction programme for the project.

During Semester 1 and 2 but particularly over the summer months, you’ll also develop and apply your research skills to a real-world problem when you complete an independent research project.

Want to find out more about your modules?
Take a look at the Structural Engineering module descriptions for more detail on what you will study.

Course structure

These are typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our Terms and conditions.

Modules Year 1

Compulsory modules

• Design and Management of Structures in Earthquake Zones 15 credits
• Advanced Structural Analysis (MSc/PGD) 15 credits
• Design Optimisation - MSc 15 credits
• Advanced Concrete Design (MSc) 15 credits
• Structural Engineering Dissertation 60 credits
• Foundation Engineering (MSc) 15 credits
• Advanced Steel and Composite Design - (MSc) 15 credits
• Structural Engineering Design Project 30 credits

For more information on typical modules, read Structural Engineering MSc(Eng) Full Time in the course catalogue

For more information on typical modules, read Structural Engineering MSc(Eng) Part Time in the course catalogue

Learning and teaching

Our groundbreaking research feeds directly into teaching, and you’ll have regular contact with staff who are at the forefront of their disciplines. You’ll have regular contact with them through lectures, seminars, tutorials, small group work and project meetings.

Independent study is also important to the programme, as you develop your problem-solving and research skills as well as your subject knowledge.

Assessment

You’ll be assessed using a range of techniques including case studies, technical reports, presentations, in-class tests, assignments and exams. Optional modules may also use alternative assessment methods.