MSc Geotechnical Engineering at Imperial College London

Explore the principles of geomechanics, investigate the behaviour of soils and soft rocks, and specialise in areas ranging from earthquake engineering to data science. Develop a solid technical basis in key areas of geotechnics with this balanced degree programme. You'll cover core engineering science and recent research findings with practical applications.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering  |  Department: Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering  |  Duration: 1 year, 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Seepage and Consolidation, Strength and Deformation, Analysis and Constitutive Modelling, Current Developments in Geotechnical Engineering, Laboratory Testing and Data Interpretation, Geotechnical Design, Geotechnics Fieldwork.

Career pathways

Graduates from our Department go on to succeed in a range of sectors such as construction, civil engineering, design engineering, engineering consultancy, sustainability and sustainable design, water resource engineering, environmental engineering, disaster management, structural and architectural design, infrastructure monitoring, materials manufacturing, geotechnical engineering, and renewable energy. Typical roles include Structural Engineer, Civil Engineer, Design Engineer, Product Manger, Environmental Consultant, Construction Manager, Geotechnical Engineer, Graduate Hydrologist.

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