MSc Structural Engineering at University of East London

Our MSc Structural Engineering degree will develop your engineering expertise in line with the ever-changing demands of the profession. We will enhance your knowledge in all the essential areas, from advanced structural analysis to soil-structure engineering, and we will ensure your research skills are sharp enough to give you a competitive edge when you embark on your career. This will be enhanced with an industrial placement which will enhance your professional skills and improve your employability chances.

Faculty: School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering  |  Department: Department of Engineering & Construction  |  Duration: 1/2 years full-time; 2 years full-time (MSc with Placement Year); 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time (optional placement year)  |  Intake: September 2026, January 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Structural Engineering MSc teaches you the skills needed to work as an engineer or construction manager, focusing on real-world applications. You’ll learn how soil interacts with structures for safe foundation design and how to design strong buildings using steel and concrete. Modules include Mental Wealth: Professional Life (Engineering Management), Soil Structure Engineering, Design in Steel and Concrete, Advanced Structural Analysis, Structural Dynamics and Stability, Applied Research and Engineering Practice 1, Industrial Sandwich Placement.

Career pathways

There is an acknowledged shortage of skilled structural engineers with the right qualifications and experience. We have designed this course to fill this skills gap and give you a competitive edge when it comes to your career.

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