Engineering Geology University of Portsmouth

Overview

On this Engineering Geology degree from the University of Portsmouth , you'll learn the advanced skills needed to understand the impact of geological conditions on engineering structures such as tunnels, dams, mines, quarries, offshore platforms and wind farms. You'll plan and conduct detailed investigations into surface and subsurface geology to identify adverse ground conditions, and design suitable remedial measures for these types of structures.

Geological expertise is critical in all types of civil engineering projects – and when you graduate, you'll be able to meet the industry requirements for specialist engineering geologists. The course will lead to a career in the environmental, engineering geological and geotechnical sectors, and is an important step on the path to becoming a Chartered Geologist.

Careers and opportunities

This course offers potential for career advancement in a range of engineering and geological disciplines, or entry into more senior roles.

It builds on the topics that you'll have covered as part of undergraduate geology or civil engineering studies and offers the opportunity to specialise in geotechnical and geo environmental engineering.

Accreditation by the Geological Society of London recognises the advanced professional and scientific training offered by this course.

Graduates of this course have gone onto roles such as:

• Engineering geologist

• Environmental engineer

• Geo environmental engineer

• Geo environmental consultant

• Geologist

• Geoscientist

• Geotechnical engineer

• Land referencing consultant

• Oil and gas engineer

• Project engineer

• Site engineer

• Surveyor

Accreditation

Geological Society of London