Structural Engineering Swansea University
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | On-Campus | Full-time | 1 years | September | £11750 per year | £23350 per year |
Course overview
The role of the structural engineer is of growing importance to society as populations grow and the world becomes more inter-connected. Skyscrapers are getting taller and bridges are getting longer. The Green Energy revolution requires energy generating infrastructure to be structurally designed for resilience in harsh environments, e.g. high wind or deep marine locations. As a major contributor to CO2 production (10% of global emissions), the construction industry depends on structural engineers to design energy efficient buildings, using appropriate materials to minimise the environmental impact of the sector.
Students on the MSc Structural Engineering course will be provided with in-depth knowledge and exposure to established and innovative ideas and techniques to enable them to develop sound solutions to structural engineering problems.
It will cover the diverse nature of structural engineering through the integration of knowledge from mechanics, materials, structural analysis and structural design. The programme will also cover the latest technical trends in Civil and Structural Engineering including advanced computational modelling skills and will cover technical challenges and solutions faced in the management and delivery of large scale infrastructure works.
Why Structural Engineering at Swansea?
The Civil Engineering department at Swansea University has an excellent and far-reaching reputation. Our MSc in Structural Engineering aims to provide advanced training in techniques of structural engineering analysis and design.
It is designed to provide specialist postgraduate professional development across the areas of steel and concrete design, structural dynamics, structural mechanics and temporary works, with a strong emphasis on computer modelling and elements of information management.
Did you know these facts about our Civil Engineering department at Swansea?
- Top 201-240 in the World for Engineering – Civil & Structural (QS World University Rankings 2024)
- 100% world-leading and internationally excellent environment - Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021
This course offers you the opportunity to do an additional year for an Dr Vasilios Samaras, giving you valuable work experience and the opportunity to improve technical plus interpersonal skills.
The second Industry Placement Year course fees are £3600 for International students and £1800 for Home students. We are now able to offer academic performance based bursaries to cover this second year course fee. For more information on this please contact . Support and guidance is provided to help secure your placement however it is not guaranteed.
Civil Engineering at Swansea is a key centre for research and training in computational mechanics and engineering. We have pioneered many techniques used in commercial simulation software today.
Your Structural Engineering Experience
Your studies will be nourished by an international community of over 500 postgraduate students and 120 research staff at the College of Engineering.
Further study support comes in the form of 24 hour access to our on-site library, advanced laboratories, a year-round programme of guest lectures, and dedicated postgraduate work rooms.
Structural Engineering Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Structural Engineering degree at Swansea will be strongly positioned for rewarding opportunities. Your future could lie in any of the following roles.
- Structural Engineer
- Construction Engineer
- Construction Management
- Engineering Project Manager
- Bridge Engineer
- Earthquake Engineer
- Building Structure Design
- Aerospace Structural Design
- Marine/Offshore Structural Design
- Computational Engineer
Entry requirements
Usually the entry requirements for the MSc Structural Engineering is a first or second class honours degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering, or a similar relevant engineering or science discipline. You will also need to have an overall mark of at least 55%, however performance in key modules will also be considered.
We welcome applications by prospective students from around the world and look for evidence of previous study that is equivalent to the entry requirements stated above. The Postgraduate Admissions Office are happy to advise you on whether your qualifications are suitable for entry to the course you would like to study. Please email [email protected] for further information.
If English is not your first language, you will need an acceptable pass in an approved English Language qualification to make sure you get the full benefit from studying at Swansea. We consider a wide range of qualifications, including the Swansea University English Test, the British Council IELTS test (with a score of at least 6.5 and 5.5 in each component).
Why study at Swansea University
There are many reasons to choose Swansea University for your studies; from the stunning beachfront locations of our Singleton Park and Bay campuses, to our global reputation for research and academic excellence, we offer a safe, supportive and fun environment to live and study, and our vast range of courses and subject areas mean you are sure to find the future career for you.
- Top 30 UK research-led university (Research Excellence Framework 2014-2021)
- Ranked within the Top 350 of universities globally (QS World University Rankings 2027)
- 95% of students surveyed would recommend Swansea University (Uni Compare 2026)
- 95% of graduates are in employment, study and/or other activities (HESA 2025)
Whether you join us for your undergraduate degree, postgraduate studies or research, you’ll receive a modern approach to learning, backed by cutting-edge facilities and an excellent research and teaching faculty.
Join Swansea and start your journey, studying in a picturesque, student-friendly city by the sea with so much to offer.