Master of Civil Engineering

Civil

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

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This course starts anytime

(120 Credits)


Blended study

This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions

University of Canterbury main campus, Christchurch

It will take a total of 1 year

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Advanced knowledge and skills in civil engineering

Develop mastery in topics relevant to design, analysis, and management of civil infrastructure systems.

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Professional and research preparedness

Apply independent thinking and advanced skills in professional and research environments.

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Leadership and decision-making

Provide expertise to support high-level decision processes in civil engineering contexts.

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

Bachelor of Science with Honours in a relevant subject

Postgraduate Certificate in Civil Engineering with good grades

English language proficiency meeting UC requirements

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Civil Engineering

  • Construction

  • Infrastructure

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Civil engineer roles in structural, geotechnical, transport, construction, water, and fire engineering sectors

  • Project management positions engaging with biculturalism and indigenous consultation

  • Research roles in engineering fields related to civil infrastructure