Geotechnics and Engineering Geology

Specialisation in Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering, MSc

Develop expertise in the ground conditions that underpin infrastructure and construction projects. This includes a focus on soil and rock mechanics, foundations, tunnelling, engineering geology, and geo-environmental engineering.

Overview

  • Educational areaCivil Engineering
  • LanguageEnglish
Application open

Important dates

  • Application opens
  • Application closes

You will learn how geological and geotechnical conditions influence the design and performance of infrastructure, and how to create safe, durable, and sustainable solutions in complex environments. Sustainability is a central theme, and you will look at climate adaptation works and resource efficiency.

The specialisation prepares you for careers in areas such as geotechnical engineering, foundation engineering, tunnelling, and environmental remediation.

Requirements

The requirements for the Master's programme Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering apply to this specialisation.

How to select a specialisation

You may choose this specialisation after you have been admitted and enrolled. Only one specialisation can be selected.