Civil Engineering (Digital Construction)

Entry requirements

Typically, you’ll need a 2:2 honours degree (or equivalent) in a science or engineering discipline. Applicants with relevant professional experience may also be considered.

Months of entry

September

Course content

• Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies such as BIM, drone surveying, computational design and Virtual Reality.
• Learn to design sensor systems for Structural Health Monitoring and develop Digital Twins for critical infrastructure.
• Explore how digital tools streamline project delivery to make construction more efficient, data-driven and sustainable.
• Study with leading academics and industry experts driving innovation in digital civil engineering.
• Graduate ready to lead the digital transformation of the construction and civil engineering sectors.

The MSc in Civil Engineering with Digital Construction equips you with the advanced digital and technical skills shaping the future of the construction industry. You will gain hands-on experience with technologies such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), Computational Design, drone surveying and Virtual Reality, learning how to apply these tools to real-world engineering projects. The programme explores how digital methods can enhance efficiency, sustainability and collaboration in large-scale construction.

Taught by leading academics, you will study the design of sensor systems for Structural Health Monitoring and the creation of Digital Twins for critical infrastructure, including water systems and the built environment. This combination of digital innovation and engineering expertise will prepare you to lead in transforming civil engineering practice, ensuring projects are smarter, more resilient, and data-driven. Graduates will be equipped for careers at the forefront of digital construction, infrastructure management and sustainable design.

Information for international students

Entry requirements for international students

Fees and funding

Scholarships

The University of Exeter offers a wide range of scholarships to support your education, with £7 million available for international students applying to study with us in the 2026/27 academic year, including our prestigious Exeter Excellence Scholarships *. We also provide awards for sport, music and other achievements, as well as regional and partner scholarships with organisations such as Chevening, The Beacon Trust and the British Council. For more information on scholarships and other financial support, please visit our scholarships and bursaries page.

We are pleased to offer University of Exeter alumni beginning a standalone postgraduate programme in 2026/27 with us a scholarship towards the cost of your tuition fees. Full details can be found here.

*Terms and conditions, including deadlines, apply. See our website for details..