Course summary
The MSc Civil Engineering with Placement Year is designed for ambitious civil and structural engineering graduates and those with related degrees and professional experience looking to expand their technical expertise, skills and career opportunities. This civil engineering master's degree offers education and training in advanced civil engineering principles and current industry standards and practices.Theoretical study is reinforced with practical application to real-world scenarios, and you will develop the analytical, problem-solving, teamwork and communication skills needed to succeed in this multi-disciplinary profession. You will gain an in-depth understanding of advanced concepts of civil engineering including geotechnical and structural design, materials science, floodplain management, sustainability policies and innovative technologies. The programme puts emphasis on hands-on learning so that graduates become competent in applying civil engineering principles in practice to a professional standard: an important asset for your future career.
Entry requirements
Either: • a good (2.2 or above) Honours degree (or equivalent) in civil or structural engineering. Or: • a good (2.2 or above) Honours degree (or equivalent) in a science related first degree in combination with extensive experience (>7 years) in working in the construction sector in positions that involve technical related decision making and design of projects for example. For the second requirement, the programme delivery team will request substantial evidence for the work experience (reference letters) as well as reserving the right to invite candidates to a short interview.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Fees for Postgraduate Study 2026/27:
https://www.herts.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/fee-information/how-much-are-my-fees
Provider information
University of Hertfordshire
College Lane
Hatfield
AL10 9AB