Geotechnical and Hydraulic Engineering Graz University of Technology (TU Graz)

Overview

At Geotechnical and Hydraulic Engineering from Graz University of Technology (TU Graz) you will broaden and deepen the knowledge you obtained in your bachelor's degree programme, such as those in Civil Engineering Sciences and Construction Management, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Geology and Mechanical Engineering and Business Economics.

You will acquire sound knowledge in specialist fields such as geology, soil mechanics, foundation engineering, numerical calculation methods, rock mechanics, tunnel construction, hydraulics, constructive hydraulic engineering and water management. We devote special attention to addressing challenges we will face in the future, such as natural hazards, sustainability issues and adapting to climate change.

Careers

The programme provides you with the basis for a successful (international) career. The extensive range of courses to choose from enables you to receive individual training and takes into account the constantly changing requirements of the job market.

Geotechnical and hydraulic engineers are in great demand on the job market and work both nationally and internationally:

• in engineering offices,

• in construction companies and special civil engineering companies,

• with investment and insurance companies,

• in civil service and

• for public and private infrastructure managers.