Master Génie Civil - Génie Civil Architectural et Urbain (GCAU) at INSA Hauts-de-France

This master trains senior staff for the building and urban sector with skills in client-side project management, property development and asset management, engineering and works supervision, works management, and pricing and methods in contracting. It covers the construction process from feasibility studies to site works.

Faculty: INSA Hauts-de-France - Master (co-awarded with Université Polytechnique Hauts-de-France)  |  Department: Génie Civil (GC)  |  Duration: Master 1 and Master 2 (entry into either year)  |  Study mode: full-time; initial training, continuing education, apprenticeship and professionalisation contract available; French  |  Location: Valenciennes, Hauts-de-France, France

What you will study

Technical and financial management of construction sites, construction law, property operation set-up, introduction to architectural design, organisation of construction companies, heritage management, client-side law, building pathology, structural mechanics, computer tools, methods, diagnosis and expertise, site logistics and project management tools with cost estimation, plus English, communication and human-resources management.

Career pathways

Graduates are hired by project owners (social-housing bodies, property developers, local authorities), engineering and project-management firms and contractors. Roles include property development manager, property asset manager, construction project manager, site manager, technical inspector, business manager, construction economist and assistant to the client or project manager.

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