MSc Structural Engineering at University of Manchester

Shape the future of the built environment, in this programme designed to help you create resilient structures in an ever-changing world. Study specialist topics, including fire and earthquake engineering, taught by leading researchers in the field. Graduate from the most sought-after university by top UK employers (High Fliers, 2026).

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering  |  Department: Department of Civil Engineering and Management  |  Duration: 12 months full time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Structural Engineering is the foundation of our built environment. In the age of climate change and urbanisation, innovation in this field has never been more important. Compulsory units include Experimental Methods (MSc Structural Engineering), Dissertation, Advanced Structural Analysis, Principles of Structural Engineering Design, Earthquake Engineering, Practice of Structural Engineering Design.

Career pathways

The University of Manchester has consistently been named one of the most sought-after universities by top UK employers (High Fliers, 2026), and that is one of many reasons to study with us. For over 50 years, we have run our ever-evolving programme in Structural Engineering - an area which only continues to grow in demand and opportunity.

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