Overview

The MSc Sustainable Construction programme at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University gives you advanced knowledge, problem-solving skills, and a comprehensive understanding of civil engineering construction.

During your studies, you will become more aware of the current and future challenges of sustainability strategies and their integration in civil engineering. You will also optimise prospective solutions using emerging science and technologies.

Careers

Graduates from this programme are well-prepared for careers in the environmental construction and management sectors, governmental regulatory agencies and environmental consultancies. Our alumni work in positions such as green infrastructure engineer, water resources engineer, construction site engineer, environmental consultant engineer and sustainable technology developer.Some graduates may wish to pursue a PhD degree in the areas that they are passionate about. The MSc Sustainable Construction programme can be used as Further Learning, which is needed for registering as a chartered engineer.

Accreditation

This degree is accredited as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for a Chartered Engineer (CEng) for candidates who have already acquired a partial CEng accredited undergraduate first degree.

Programme Structure

Courses

Sustainable Energy and Environment
Sustainable Urban Planning Strategies
Integration of Energy Strategies in the Design of Buildings
Sustainable Technology and Building Materials
Sustainable Engineering with Timber
Advanced Simulation of Sustainable Structural Systems
Environmental Engineering and Management Practice
Sustainable Drainage Systems

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-06-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Architecture Civil Engineering & Construction Sustainable Development View 58 other Masters in Civil Engineering & Construction in China

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

Student insurance

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or in related field

UK

UK upper second class honours (2:1) or equivalent

CHINA

Top 100 of 2021 Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark)
Other universities: 80 - 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate institution

NORTH AMERICA

3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) or
3.2 Cumulative GPA in the final two years of your undergraduate programme

Tuition Fee

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International

12924 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19386 USD for the full programme during 18 months.
National

12924 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19386 USD for the full programme during 18 months.

RMB 135,000 for the entire programme.

Living costs for Suzhou

3000 - 5500 CNY /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Sustainable Construction.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

China / Merit-based

Government Talent Selection Programme For Students Studying The Masters In Sustainable Construction

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