Master of Civil Engineering
Civil
A course by
University of Canterbury
A taught postgraduate programme enhancing engineering knowledge and skills in civil infrastructure systems, suitable for career progression and research opportunities.
NZ$11,668
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
NZ$11,668
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
Core skills this course teaches
Advanced knowledge and skills in civil engineering
Develop mastery in topics relevant to design, analysis, and management of civil infrastructure systems.
Professional and research preparedness
Apply independent thinking and advanced skills in professional and research environments.
What You're Signing Up For
The Master of Civil Engineering (MCivilEng) is a postgraduate taught degree aimed at developing advanced knowledge and skills in civil engineering, focusing on the design, analysis, and management of civil infrastructure systems. The programme offers specialisations including Construction Management, Earthquake Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Structural Fire Engineering, Transportation Engineering, and Water Engineering. It prepares graduates for leadership roles in professional contexts and research environments, providing expertise for high-level decision-making and engagement with biculturalism in Aotearoa New Zealand. The degree requires completion of 120 points (typically eight 15-point courses) and can be completed full-time in 1 year or part-time up to 4 years, with some flexibility for distance learning.
Course Content
- Advanced design, analysis, and management of civil infrastructure systems
- Specialist courses in Construction Management, Earthquake Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Structural Fire Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Water Engineering
- Indigenous Consultation and Engagement workshop with a focus on biculturalism in engineering
- Coursework totaling 120 points, typically eight courses
- Options for full-time, part-time, and distance learning
What you need to know first
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in a relevant subject
Find these employment opportunities
Civil engineer roles in structural, geotechnical, transport, construction, water, and fire engineering sectorsProject management positions engaging with biculturalism and indigenous consultationResearch roles in engineering fields related to civil infrastructure
