Civil Engineering and Construction Management (Online) Heriot-Watt University

Overview

The MSc Civil Engineering and Construction Management (Online) at Heriot-Watt University provides a comprehensive education at the intersection of infrastructure design and project leadership. This programme is specifically designed to equip students with the technical expertise and management tools required to deliver complex civil engineering projects on a global scale. By studying online, professionals can advance their careers without pausing their employment, gaining skills that are highly valued across the international construction sector.

Why Civil Engineering and Construction Management (Online) at Heriot-Watt University?

Heriot-Watt University is globally recognised for its excellence in the built environment, ranking among the top 200 institutions worldwide for Civil and Structural Engineering. The university holds the prestigious position of being 1st in Scotland for Building and Construction, Surveying and Planning. Students benefit from a curriculum guided by an Industry Advisory Committee featuring experts from leading firms such as AECOM, Arup, and Balfour Beatty. This ensures that the learning material remains aligned with current industry standards and innovations.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 14590 per full
• National fee: GBP 14590 per full

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of eight taught courses followed by a research dissertation. Modules may include:

• Sustainability for Construction Professionals
• Plastics Analysis of Structure
• Structural Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Materials
• Safety, Risk and Reliability
• Construction Financial Management
• Project Management: Theory and Practice
• Value and Risk Management

Careers with Civil Engineering and Construction Management (Online)

Graduates are prepared for senior leadership roles within the global infrastructure and construction industries. The programme develops the capacity to manage the full lifecycle of projects, from initial feasibility and design to final delivery and performance monitoring. Common career paths for alumni include roles as Construction Project Managers, Civil Engineering Managers, Site Engineers, and Sustainability Consultants. The university is ranked 1st in Scotland for graduate outcomes, with many graduates securing positions at major international engineering consultancies and construction firms.