Master’s Programme Civil Engineering
Would you like to take an in-depth look at the areas of "Construction materials, construction operations and project management", "Structural engineering" or "Modelling and simulation"?
In the Master’s Degree Programme in Civil Engineering students deepen their knowledge about concrete and brick, wood, metal and composite construction as well as materials technology, which is based on the fundamental subjects of mechanics, strength of materials, and numerical analysis. Students also study the topics of construction operations and processes in project management and development.
Please note: the language of instruction for this programme is German.
Diplom-Ingenieurin
Duration/ECTS-Credits
4 semesters/120 ECTS-Credits
Mode of Study
Full-time
Language
German
Requirements
Relevant bachelor's degree/equivalent
and Language Certificates
Faculty
Faculty of Engineering Sciences
Level of qualification
Master (Second Cycle)
ISCED-11: Level 7, EQF/NQF: Level 7
ISCED-F
0732 Building and civil engineering
Study Code
UC 066 505
FAQ
They are able to correctly apply their highly specialized knowledge, incorporating the latest findings in various areas of civil engineering, as the basis for innovative solutions and discourse with colleagues. Graduates possess the necessary competence and critical awareness to perform demanding tasks in civil engineering projects.
The field of civil engineering ranges from feasibility studies, planning, structural design and calculations for construction and operations to the preservation and renovation of structures.
Graduates of the Master’s Programme in Civil Engineering possess the necessary knowledge and skills to develop and implement methodologically sound solutions for technical tasks in the areas of concrete and brick construction, wood construction, metal construction, composite construction and materials technology. The programme is based on in-depth knowledge of the fundamental subjects of mechanics, strength of materials and numerical analysis. Moreover, graduates possess advanced knowledge of construction operations and the processes of project management and development.
Graduates of the civil engineering programme are capable of working in planning, building and operations in companies of various sizes and in capacities involving planning, projection, analysis, advising and implementation. They can also pursue professional activities in construction companies, public agencies and organizations, interest groups, media and in teaching and research institutions.
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