MSc in Geotechnical Engineering

MSc in Geotechnical Engineering

University of Birmingham

Birmingham, West Midlands, UK
MSc in Geotechnical Engineering
Duration1 Year
LevelMasters Program
  • Geotechnical Engineering course is designed for recent graduates or experienced professionals, The program is ideal for civil engineers and geologists seeking to extend their professional scope or specialize in geotechnical engineering
  • Students will develop a sound knowledge of soil and rock mechanics, current civil engineering design, and construction management and practice
  • This course consists of 180 credits. This comprises a 60-credit individual research project plus 120 credits in taught learning
  • The course focuses on essential aspects of the subject, including physical, chemical and mechanical properties of soils and rocks; ground investigation; field and laboratory testing; engineering geology and site investigation; analysis, design and construction of foundations, retaining walls, tunnels, embankments and slopes including methods of ground reinforcement and improvement
Fees componentsAmount
Tuition & fees2364100 INR
Hostel & Meals787019 INR
Insurance405680 INR
Transportation126775 INR
Total1319474 INR

Entry Criteria

Class 12thNo specific cutoff mentioned
Bachelors60.0%
  • Applicants should have a 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject (eg, Engineering, Science, Geology or Mathematics). Practical experience will also be taken into account
  • Applicants with either four-year Bachelors degree (first-class or very good upper second class) or three-year Bachelors degree (first class) from recognized institutions in India
ExamsIELTS: 6
  • With no less than 5.5 in any band

PTE: Accepted
  • With no less than 51 in all four skills

Additional info
  • Applicants can fulfill the ELP waiver requirement if they have complete:-
    -India Standard XII (CBSE/CISCE/West Bengal) with 75% or above
    -India Standard XII (other Indian state boards) with 80% or above
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