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Newcastle University: Geotechnical & Geological Engineering
| Institution | Newcastle University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Geography, Politics and Sociology |
| Web | Visit Newcastle University website |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The Geotechnical & Geological Engineering MSc responds to the global demand for specialist engineers across the construction, environmental and energy industries. It contributes to the development and sustainability of infrastructure and natural resources worldwide.
Our MSc gives you a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of geotechnical and geological engineering. You’ll study topics including: the engineering behaviour of soils and rocks slope stability and retaining structures site investigation and interpretation construction practice data-centric engineering
This course meets the growing need for skilled geotechnical and geological engineers across the construction, environmental and energy industries. The course provides you with: advanced conceptual understanding detailed factual knowledge specialist technical skills an awareness of responsibilities to society and the environment We maintain strong industrial engagement. Our degree programmes are shaped by industry and government policy.
You can choose from one of two specialisms on this course: the geotechnical specialism includes the application of state-of-the-art computational tools in design the Engineering Geology specialism covers groundwater modelling and climate change impacts and adaption
This course is for both practising professionals and new graduates in: earth sciences civil engineering geological science geology geophysics maths physics
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:2 honours degree, or an international equivalent, in: You must have a maths background. We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant professional experience. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:2 honours degree, or an international equivalent, in: You must have a maths background. We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant professional experience. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:2 honours degree, or an international equivalent, in: You must have a maths background. We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant professional experience. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:2 honours degree, or an international equivalent, in: You must have a maths background. We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant professional experience. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
Newcastle University
Newcastle University is a World Top 140 university (QS World University Rankings 2026) and founding member of the prestigious Russell Group of world-class, research-intensive UK universities.
Committed to excellence, innovation and creativity, it is pioneering solutions that can change the world. Through world-class research it tackles some of the biggest challenges facing society globally, leading in its key strengths of ageing and health, data, cities and place, culture and creative arts, and one planet. The UK’s Research Excellence Framework 2021 assessed its research as world-leading with outstanding impact.
Through high quality teaching it educates …
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