Master of Engineering (Civil & Structural)

Design high-tech building solutions

Civil and structural engineers create and maintain buildings, systems and infrastructure. They make sure bridges, roads, tunnels, railways, dams, airports and water channels meet the needs of our society in safe and sustainable ways.

This intensive degree is suited to high-achieving engineering graduates, as well as engineers with relevant work experience. It is fully accredited by

Our Master of Engineering (Civil and Structural) comprises a foundation year and an advanced studies year. We have a strong focus on design and analysis using modern, computer-based methods. You will:

• study structural dynamics, reinforced concrete and steel design
• develop and evaluate geotechnical models
• pursue specialist topics according to your interests and career goals
• build communication and project management skills
• undertake a significant research project.

You might manage water resources or supervise major transportation projects. You could develop infrastructure for underground renewable energy systems. Perhaps you'll specialise in the design of earthquake-resistant buildings.

• Ranked #36 globally for civil engineering^
• Graduates qualify for professional membership with Engineers Australia
• Showcase your work and network with future employers at Ingenuity

^ARWU, 2022

The Master of Engineering is a 48-unit program comprising:

• 12 units of core courses;
• 24 units of specialisation courses;
• A Research Project to the value of 12 units;
• A total of 12 weeks practical experience approved by the Faculty and of which a minimum 6 weeks should be under the supervision of a professional engineer.

Normally, students will complete the requirements for the Master of Engineering in two years of full-time study.

Graduates of a Bachelor of Engineering from the University of Adelaide or another institution whose program is equivalent to an AQF level 8 honours program and accredited under the Washington Accord will be eligible to be considered for credit-allowing them to complete the master's program in less than two years, with a minimum of one year of full-time study.

International students from non-English speaking backgrounds will be required to take an English language communications course as part of the program.

The availability of all courses is conditional on the availability of staff, facilities and sufficient enrolments.

Program Learning Outcomes

The learning outcomes for this program were informed by the University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes, Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies and the characteristics of the Adelaide Engineering graduate.

Graduates of a Master of Engineering (Civil & Structural) will be able to:

1. Employ highly developed oral and written communication skills to communicate complex information and present persuasive arguments.
2. Exercise professional judgement, founded on a strong commitment to principles of continuing professional development, ethics, sustainability and social responsibility.
3. Contribute pro-actively to the work of teams, both as a team member and a team leader, and maintain respectful, constructive and diverse team environments.
4. Plan and manage resources using systematic methodologies to create solutions to complex engineering problems.
5. Think critically and independently, apply logic and exercise judgement to create safe and sustainable outcomes.
6. Apply in-depth knowledge of the principles and methods of research, and of the research directions in the nominated field of specialisation to devise innovative engineering solutions.
7. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the natural and physical sciences, and mathematical and computer sciences, which underpin the nominated field of specialisation.
8. Apply an in-depth specialist body of knowledge and skills in the nominated field of specialisation.
9. Create innovative solutions to complex socio-technical problems using the established engineering methods, tools and processes in the nominated field of specialisation.