PgCert Structural Engineering at University of Salford

Programme overview

A professionally accredited postgraduate structural engineering course at Salford, aligned with the principles of the IStructE Chartered Membership examination and accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators. It covers general building design, tall buildings, bridges and seismic engineering with computer modelling.

Faculty: School of Science, Engineering and Environment | Department: Structural Engineering | Intake: January 2027; September 2027 | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Location: Salford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The Salford structural engineering taught modules (30 credits each) cover structural design with computer applications, seismic engineering with finite element analysis, bridge engineering and tall building engineering.

Career pathways

Structural engineer, site engineer, structures consultant or technical project lead at engineering, design and consultancy practices.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:2 honours degree in an appropriate discipline such as Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering; recommended for experienced civil engineering graduates or professionals with a relevant engineering degree and/or professional experience. International applicants: IELTS 6.0 with no element below 5.5 (or equivalent). Alternative route: Accreditation of Prior Learning (APCL or APEL). Entry requirements apply to the MSc/PgDip/PgCert Structural Engineering group.

Requirements published at program group level.

Intake: January 2027; September 2027

Duration: Full-time: One year; Part-time: Three years

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