MSc Engineering Geology at University of Portsmouth

Programme overview

Gain advanced, in-demand engineering and construction project skills on our accredited MSc in Engineering Geology. Part- or full-time. Apply your geological knowledge to engineering and construction projects both onshore and offshore with our MSc Engineering Geology degree.

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Intake: September 2027 / January 2028 | Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Contaminated Land and Groundwater Protection; Ground Models and Ground Investigation; Research Skills and Project; Rock Mechanics and Engineering Design; Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Design.

Career pathways

Graduate roles include Engineering geologist, Environmental engineer, Geo environmental engineer, Geo environmental consultant, Geologist, Geoscientist, Geotechnical engineer, Land referencing consultant.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant Earth Science or Civil Engineering field such as Geology, Earth Science Civil Engineering or a related discipline. Applicants with industrial and work experience will also be considered. Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will also be considered, such as previous study, employment, voluntary work and training courses, including courses and qualifications you didn't complete. English language: IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,500 for the whole programme (2027/28). Full-time: £11,500 Source

International applicants: GBP 20,950 for the whole programme (2027/28). Full-time: £20,950 Source

Intake: September 2027 / January 2028

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.port.ac.uk/study/courses/postgraduate-taught/msc-engineering-geology

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