Geotechnical Engineering

Entry requirements

The basic requirement is a good Honours degree in an appropriate discipline (for example, Engineering, Sciences, Geography or Mathematics), and evidence of adequate knowledge of the English language. However, the entrance qualifications vary, as practical experience may be an important consideration.

Months of entry

September

Course content

This programme has developed an excellent reputation since its inception in 1956. Its purpose is to provide advanced training to civil engineers and geologists who wish to widen their knowledge or to specialise in the field of geotechnical engineering.
The programme includes lectures, design studies, laboratory classes, site visits and individual projects.
The syllabus covers:

• Physical and mechanical properties of soils
• Consolidation
• Shear strength
• Statistics and numerical methods
• Earthworks
• Foundation design
• Slope stability
• Earth retaining structures, embankments, dams, tunnelling
• Engineering geology
• Ground improvements and environmental ground engineering
• Earthquake engineering
• The laboratory testing of soils

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If you can’t make it to one of our on-campus open days, our virtual open days run regularly throughout the year. For more information, please visit: www.pg.bham.ac.uk

Information for international students

International students can find further details of scholarships at www.international.birmingham.ac.uk/scholarships

Fees and funding

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www.birmingham.ac.uk/pgfunding

Qualification and course duration

MSc

PGDip

PGCert

Course contact details