MSc Structural Engineering at University of Brighton

Our accredited MSc equips you with a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of advanced structural engineering principles. As you develop your knowledge and skills in these core areas you’ll learn how to apply them to the design and construction of resilient structures. You will work on projects closely related to real-life scenarios.

Faculty: School of Architecture, Technology and Engineering  |  Department: Civil Engineering  |  Duration: full-time: 1 year; part-time: 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You can choose to study this course full-time or part-time. The course consists of taught and research components which run in parallel throughout the academic year. To be awarded the MSc you must obtain 180 credits. Six taught modules at 20 credits each plus your dissertation at 60 credits. A typical 20-credit module requires a total of 200 hours study time. Modules include Repair and Strengthening of Existing Reinforced Concrete Structures, Advanced Geotechnical Engineering, Bridge Loads and Analysis, Dynamics of Structures with Earthquake Engineering Applications, Transport Modelling for Civil Engineering Applications, MSc Earthquake and Structural Engineering Dissertation.

Career pathways

The course combines theoretical understanding with practical, project‑based learning to support progression into specialist and senior roles within the structural and civil engineering professions. Graduates are equipped to work on the design, assessment and performance of new and existing structures, supporting sustainable development and long‑term infrastructure resilience.

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