MSc Civil Engineering at University of Greater Manchester

Programme overview

If you aim to build a solid foundation for a career in civil engineering, the University of Greater Manchester's MSc in Civil Engineering could be the ideal course for you. Our JBM-accredited technical master's programme is designed to provide an in-depth introduction to advanced theory and practice for engineers who want to take their prospects to the next level.

Duration: 12 months Full-time; also offered: 24 months part-time; 18 months full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Bolton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Advanced Geotechnical Modelling, Analysis and Design; Advanced Structural Modelling, Analysis and Design; Group Project; Dissertation Part 1; Dissertation Part 2; English for Engineering; Project Management.

Career pathways

Postgraduate studies in civil engineering are ideal if you would like to broaden and deepen your technical knowledge of specialised civil engineering areas and develop a broader perspective and understanding of the issues facing the civil engineering industries. The course is designed for those who have already graduated with a civil engineering or engineering-related degree.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally, you should hold at least an upper second-class honours degree (2.1) in Civil Engineering. Applicants with a lower second-class honours degree (2.2) in Civil Engineering (or equivalent qualifications) will be considered on a case-by-case basis, and evidence of significant relevant postgraduate work experience/learning will be expected. We'll also consider applications where appropriate work experience can be demonstrated in lieu of, or in addition to, the published academic qualifications in line with the University’s Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) procedures. You may be required to attend an interview and/or provide a portfolio of work. If English isn’t your first language, you’ll also need IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent). We also accept a range of other English language qualifications – please visit our English Language Requirements web page for more details.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,496 a year (2026/27). Tuition fee for students starting in 2026/27 Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). Tuition fee for students starting in 2026/27 Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months Full-time; also offered: 24 months part-time; 18 months full-time

Apply through the official page: https://greatermanchester.ac.uk/join-us/how-to-apply-and-admissions

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