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PostgraduateMSc

Structural Engineering

University of Manchester
Manchester, England
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Course Overview

The MSc Structural Engineering at University of Manchester is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about driving digital innovation. Based in Manchester, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. Structural engineering is the foundation of our built environment, and in the age of climate change and urbanisation, innovation in this specialisation has never been more important. Taught across eight course units, each worth 15 credits, combined with a research dissertation worth 60 credits, you will cover advanced aspects of theory and design - looking at both the static and dynamic behaviour of structures in steel and concrete. Specialist, topical elements covered include studying the behaviours of structural designs against extreme loading, including both fire and earthquakes - brough... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, and 84% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Structural Analysis and Theory
Steel Structure Design and Behaviour
Concrete Structure Design and Behaviour
Finite Element Modelling and Applications
Seismic Engineering and Earthquake Design
Fire Safety Engineering and Structural Performance
Extreme Loading and Progressive Collapse
Research Methods and Experimental Techniques
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

79%Working
5%Studying
7%Work & Study
4%Seeking Work
85%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH10-01-07 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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About University of Manchester

University of Manchester offers Structural Engineering as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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