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Master'sStructural Engineering

MSc Structural Engineering

Abertay University · Dundee, Scotland

Level
Master's
Duration
Full-time: 16 months (January start)
Intake
January 2027
Tuition fee
£18,950 / year
Initial deposit
£18,950
Location
Dundee, Scotland

Course overview

The MSc Structural Engineering develops advanced structural analysis, innovative design and sustainable engineering skills. It integrates theory with practical application and addresses commercial, legal, environmental and safety risks, with an option to apply for a competitive industrial placement instead of the research project.

Course details

Degree level
Master's
Subject
Structural Engineering
Duration
Full-time: 16 months (January start)
Intake
January 2027
Initial deposit
£18,950
City
Dundee
Country
Scotland
Campus
Abertay University, Dundee

About this information

The details on this page have not yet been checked against the official course page by our team. Fees, intakes and requirements can change, so always confirm them on the official course page before you apply.

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English Language Requirements

Main English Requirements

IELTS Academic

6 overall

Components: 5.5

Most of our undergraduate and taught postgraduate courses require English at IELTS 6.0 (with no component less than 5.5) or a University-accepted equivalent

Alternative English Requirements

Oxford ELLT

6 overall

Components: 5

Minimum pass of 6 overall (with minimum scores in speaking, reading and listening at 5, and writing at 6)

Duolingo English Test

105 overall

Components: 95

For courses requiring an overall score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, a minimum score of 120 overall with 110 in each element is required

Only the tests listed here are shown as accepted for this course.

Entry requirements

For applicants from Pakistan

  • For Pakistan: Bachelor's degree (4–5 years) with minimum GPA 3.2 or 70% in a subject related to the chosen course.

General entry requirements

Minimum 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in Building/Building Technology, Geotechnical Sciences, Geotechnology, Construction, Construction Management, Architectural Engineering or Structural Engineering; relevant professional experience may be considered through RPL.

Scholarships & discounts

Abertay International Scholarship: up to £3,000 per year for prospective new international undergraduate and postgraduate taught students (course pages state eligibility/award details; exact award can depend on current scholarship terms).

Pre-CAS interview

Required
Yes — a Pre-CAS / credibility interview is part of the process
Interview type
On CAS Shield
Stage
Before the initial deposit is paid
Format
Recorded interview

Course modules

  • Modules are advanced structural and geotechnical engineering; finite-element analysis; innovative design methodologies; environmental and safety management; research methods; sustainable design solutions; individual research project/industrial placement.

Details can change. Confirm fees, entry requirements and deadlines on the official course page before applying.