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Heriot-Watt University: Civil Engineering and Construction Management
| Institution | Heriot-Watt University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Civil and Structural Engineering |
| Web | https://www.hw.ac.uk/postgraduate-study |
| studywithus@hw.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0131 451 3729 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Civil engineering professionals often require an extensive understanding of construction management due to the strategic benefits it can bring to both individuals and project teams. As the industry becomes more competitive, organisations are increasingly demanding the combined time, cost and quality assurances that good project management practice provides.
MSc Civil Engineering and Construction Management will interest you if you are a civil engineering professional looking to broaden your knowledge and technical expertise and expand your career opportunities. For those of you from a different engineering background, the programme offers you the opportunity to develop key civil engineering and construction management skills to be able to commence a career within the built environment industry. You’ll gain a deep understanding of the core technical skills and personal qualities required to work within the dynamic industry at the highest possible technical level and the programme will provide you with an accredited route to becoming a Chartered Engineer.
During the master’s programme, you’ll gain relevant specialist expertise in the aspects of civil and structural engineering that is of most interest to you, develop the applied mathematical skills required by professional engineers, and gain a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, principles, theories, and sustainability issues in construction.
This career-focused master’s programme combines elements of construction project management, and civil and structural engineering to provide a broad and valuable education. Upon completion, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to prepare you for a wide range of technical and managerial careers across the sector, both nationally and internationally, working in areas such as general construction, transport, water and wastewater engineering.
Customise your learning
You’ll have the opportunity to focus on the areas of civil engineering or construction management that interest you the most. You can customise your degree to match your specific interests or desired career pathway by choosing to take eight courses from a suite of 20 specialist-built environment courses. You will choose your courses from an extensive list of technical, non-technical, and construction management courses, including structures, design, materials, safety and risk, and construction management.
In semester three, you’ll undertake an extensive and specialised investigation into your chosen area of civil engineering through your dissertation. You’ll be required to research and report in depth on a subject of relevance to your professional career aspirations.
You can choose whether to study the programme full time or part time. This flexibility allows you to fit your postgraduate studies around your lifestyle. You can begin the programme either in January or September, based on your availability, and the full-time course will last 12 months or 24 months part time.
Accreditation
This degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) comprising of the Institution of Civil Engineers, the Institution of Structural Engineers, the Institute of Highway Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation, and the Permanent Way Institution on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the academic requirement for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng). To hold accredited qualifications for CEng registration, candidates must also hold a Bachelor (Hons) degree that has been accredited as partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng). See Joint Board of Moderators for further information. .
MSc
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or non-UK equivalent with evidence of understanding subjects such as water, structures, geotechnics or materials. Degree must also include some numeracy. Degrees with elements of construction may be considered with evidence of mathematical, numerical or engineering content. We may consider applicants with relevant industry experience based on their CV. Admission via this route will be at the discretion of the Director of Recruitment or the relevant Programme Leader based on your CV. We welcome applications from international students and accept qualifications from around the world. Please refer to the entry requirements for your country for more details. English language requirements The minimum English language requirement for entry to this programme is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5. If you do not have IELTS 6.0, we offer a range of English language courses to help you meet the English language requirement for this programme prior to commencing your studies. |
| Location | Edinburgh Campus Riccarton Edinburgh EH14 4AS |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or non-UK equivalent with evidence of understanding subjects such as water, structures, geotechnics or materials. Degree must also include some numeracy. Degrees with elements of construction may be considered with evidence of mathematical, numerical or engineering content. We may consider applicants with relevant industry experience based on their CV. Admission via this route will be at the discretion of the Director of Recruitment or the relevant Programme Leader based on your CV. We welcome applications from international students and accept qualifications from around the world. Please refer to the entry requirements for your country for more details. English language requirements The minimum English language requirement for entry to this programme is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5. If you do not have IELTS 6.0, we offer a range of English language courses to help you meet the English language requirement for this programme prior to commencing your studies. |
| Location | Edinburgh Campus Riccarton Edinburgh EH14 4AS |
Fees
| England | 12192 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 12192 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 12192 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 12192 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 25480 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or non-UK equivalent with evidence of understanding subjects such as water, structures, geotechnics or materials. Degree must also include some numeracy. Degrees with elements of construction may be considered with evidence of mathematical, numerical or engineering content. We may consider applicants with relevant industry experience based on their CV. Admission via this route will be at the discretion of the Director of Recruitment or the relevant Programme Leader based on your CV. We welcome applications from international students and accept qualifications from around the world. Please refer to the entry requirements for your country for more details. English language requirements The minimum English language requirement for entry to this programme is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5. If you do not have IELTS 6.0, we offer a range of English language courses to help you meet the English language requirement for this programme prior to commencing your studies. |
| Location | Edinburgh Campus Riccarton Edinburgh EH14 4AS |
Fees
| England | 12192 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 12192 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 12192 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 12192 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 25480 GBP for Year 1 |
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