University of Exeter: Geotechnical Engineering
| Institution | University of Exeter View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Engineering |
| Web | http://www.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Geotechnical engineering examines the engineering behaviour of earth materials and is relevant to all engineering and construction practices that are concerned with the ground on both a surface level and within it. Geotechnical engineers investigate the ground and measure the chemical properties, evaluate the stability of the area and design earthworks and structure foundations enabling projects to take place.
The programme is multi-disciplinary in nature, and provides students with the knowledge of rock engineering, site investigation, data capture and data analysis required to understand the issues facing engineers excavating increasingly ambitious and complex underground spaces. This course is relevant to students entering or working in a range of engineering careers within the construction, environmental and extractive industries.
Featured content draws upon the unique expertise of the Camborne School of Mines, with strengths in the areas of rock mechanics and underground excavation, as well as specialist knowledge of working in extreme conditions and with high-stress or difficult ground.
Delivered by staff with strong research interests directly related to the topics covered, modules involve a broad range of activities and teaching delivery methods. This includes workshops using the latest industry relevant computational tools, practical activities and group and individual exercises.
In support of this research-led teaching, key experts from the extractive and construction industry will provide topical insight to the state of the industry and clarify the context for the theory covered in the lectures.
Sponsorship info
The University of Exeter invests heavily in scholarships for talented prospective Masters students. This is in addition to the Government’s Postgraduate Loan Scheme. For information on how you can fund your postgraduate degree at Exeter, please visit the postgraduate study pages of our website http://www.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate/
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A good honours degree from a recognised university (typically a 2:2 or higher) in a science, earth or environmental science, engineering or maths based subject. English language requirements: IELTS (Academic) Overall score 6.5. No less than 6.0 in any section. For full information, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please see the relevant programme page found in the postgraduate section of our website. |
| Assessment | Dissertation |
| Modules | Please note constituent modules and pathways may be updated, deleted or replaced in future years as a consequence of programme development. Details at any time may be obtained from the programme website. Optional modules include; |
| Location | University of Exeter Penryn Campus, Cornwall Penryn Campus Penryn TR10 9FE |
Fees
| EU | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 23700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A good honours degree from a recognised university (typically a 2:2 or higher) in a science, earth or environmental science, engineering or maths based subject. English language requirements: IELTS (Academic) Overall score 6.5. No less than 6.0 in any section. For full information, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please see the relevant programme page found in the postgraduate section of our website. |
| Assessment | Dissertation |
| Modules | Please note constituent modules and pathways may be updated, deleted or replaced in future years as a consequence of programme development. Details at any time may be obtained from the programme website. Optional modules include; |
| Location | University of Exeter Penryn Campus, Cornwall Penryn Campus Penryn TR10 9FE |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A good honours degree from a recognised university (typically a 2:2 or higher) in a science, earth or environmental science, engineering or maths based subject. English language requirements: IELTS (Academic) Overall score 6.5. No less than 6.0 in any section. For full information, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please see the relevant programme page found in the postgraduate section of our website. |
| Assessment | Dissertation |
| Modules | Please note constituent modules and pathways may be updated, deleted or replaced in future years as a consequence of programme development. Details at any time may be obtained from the programme website. Optional modules include; |
| Location | University of Exeter Penryn Campus, Cornwall Penryn Campus Penryn TR10 9FE |
University of Exeter
We are a Russell Group university ranked in the top one per cent of universities in the world (QS World University Rankings). We score particularly highly for ‘international outlook’ and the University welcomes staff and students from over 130 countries. The experience of our overseas students is second to none: in 2017 we won the ‘International Student Choice’ award (WhatUni).
World-leading research
- 98 per cent of our research is of international quality and we have world-leading research and impact in all subjects (REF 2014)
- At the forefront of global collaboration, actively supporting our staff and students to ...
Not what you are looking for?
Browse other courses in Excavation engineering, Geotechnical engineering, Mining, Hydrogeology or Geophysics, or search our comprehensive database of postgrad programs.Scholarship Opportunity with Postgrad.com
Are you a PG student at this University or have you applied to study a postgraduate program at a university in Europe? Tell us your plans and qualify for a £500.00 PGS Scholarship.
Click here