MSc Structural Engineering at Swansea University

Programme overview

The accredited MSc Structural Engineering deepens understanding across structures, geotechnics, transportation, computational methods and sustainability. It was designed in line with Joint Board of Moderators guidelines and shaped with input from the Civil Engineering Industry Advisory Board. It is taught at Bay Campus.

Department: School of Aerospace, Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering | Duration: 1 year full time; 2 years full time with a year in industry | Intake: September | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules are Structural Design and Strategic Engineering Management, Engineering Business Management, Transportation Engineering Design, Construction Methods in Infrastructure Works and Sustainable and Societal Engineering, with a choice of Advanced Finite Element Simulation or Finite Element and Dynamic Analysis, and a 60-credit MSc Dissertation in Civil and Structural Engineering. A two-year route adds an industrial year.

Career pathways

Roles include structural engineer, bridge engineer, consulting or contracting civil engineer, project manager, highways or transportation engineer, geotechnical engineer, and coastal and marine engineer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Usually a first or second class honours degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering, or a similar relevant engineering or science discipline. International applicants whose first language is not English need an approved English qualification, including IELTS with at least 6.5 overall and 5.5 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,750 a year (2026/27). Full-time; the same year 1 fee applies to the 1-year and the 2-year with industry route Source

International applicants: GBP 24,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time; the same year 1 fee applies to the 1-year and the 2-year with industry route Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full time; 2 years full time with a year in industry

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