MSc Structural Engineering with Materials at Nottingham Trent University

Designed for professionals aspiring to technical leadership in structural engineering design practice, this MSc applies engineering principles, advanced materials behaviour and technical themes within structural engineering. It develops an advanced approach to research methods and covers the environmental, technical and sustainability aspects of civil engineering and building construction. It is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators as meeting the Further Learning requirement for Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration for candidates with a partially accredited first degree, and is taught at City Campus.

Faculty: School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment  |  Department: Civil Engineering  |  Duration: One year full-time, between two and five years part-time or as CPD  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Nine taught modules (180 credits): Advanced Structural Engineering, Contemporary Themes in Structural Engineering, Advanced Structural Analysis, Finite Element Analysis, Analysis and Design of Specialised Infrastructure, Advanced Strength of Materials, Advanced Construction Materials, Condition Assessment and Health Monitoring of Civil Infrastructures, and the Research Project/Dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates work in senior positions in consulting and contracting organisations in the construction industry; some continue to PhD study.

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