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Roma Tre University
Master in Sustainable Coastal and Ocean Engineering
- Rome, Italy
Master degree
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
A new 2 years master course (Laurea Magistrale LM-23) in Civil Engineering entitled Sustainable Coastal and Ocean Engineering will start at the new university branch at Ostia, just 30 minutes from the centre of Rome, in October 2021.
Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV)
Máster Universitario en Ingeniería de Caminos, Canales y Puertos
- Valencia, Spain
Master degree
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
Spanish
Civil engineering provides sustainable solutions to the problems of integration of infrastructures with the environment and society. The planning of cities and their services, the layout of railway networks and highways, the defense of coasts and beaches, security against floods and earthquakes, the design and construction of bridges, tunnels, dams and ports or integrated management of projects and works constitute the most common activities of civil engineering.
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University of Plymouth
MSc Coastal Engineering
- Plymouth, United Kingdom
MSc
Full time
On-Campus
English
The MSc in Coastal Engineering offers a comprehensive study of how to manage and protect coastlines. It covers key topics like coastal processes, shoreline management, and sediment transport. The prog...
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Bachelor of Arts in Coastal Engineering
- Wilmington, USA
BA
On-Campus
English
Coastal communities face issues arising from hurricanes, rising sea levels and tremendous population growth. Among the areas you will cover as a student at UNCW are beach nourishment, dredging, sediment transport, wave dynamics, coastal structure analysis and design, hydrology, ports, jetties and inland waterways, as well as other areas. You will have the opportunity for extensive field research in the area's waterways and coastal habitats under the direction of faculty scholars and access to state-of-the-art facilities, including the UNCW Center for Marine Science.
Rose-Hulman Institute Of Technology
CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING – MAJORS & MINORS
- Terre Haute, USA
Bachelor's degree
On-Campus
Our Civil Engineering program offers rigorous hands-on education taught by experienced professors.
Nunez Community College
Associate of Applied Science in Coastal Studies and GIS Technology, Associate of Applied Science
- Chalmette, USA
Associate of Applied Science
Full time
Blended
English
Students can achieve an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Coastal Science and GIS Technology by enrolling in the required 15 hours of related general education courses in Math, Composition, History, and Social Science.
The Pennsylvania State University Penn State College of Engineering
Bachelor - Civil and Environmental Engineering
- State College, USA
Bachelor's degree
On-Campus
English
Environmental Engineering focuses on the treatment of water, air, soil, solid and hazardous wastes, and renewable energy production.
Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
- Wilkes-Barre, USA
BSc
On-Campus
English
With a civil engineering degree from Wilkes, you can help design, build and maintain the infrastructure that society depends upon daily. Develop foundations and structures, public water and sewage systems, stormwater management, and air, solid, water and hazardous waste treatment processes.
City Of Glasgow College
EXPERIENCED SEAFARER TO DECK OOW UNLIMITED
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
Certificate
English
You will develop your competency to the level required for you to carry out duties as a Deck Officer in the Merchant Navy.
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Coastal Engineering degree programs focus on the interaction between coastal environments and human development. This field combines principles from civil engineering, environmental science, and oceanography to address challenges like beach erosion, sea level rise, and infrastructure design.
In your studies, you'll explore advanced topics such as coastal hydrodynamics, sediment transport, and the design of coastal structures like seawalls and breakwaters. Students develop skills in using modeling tools to simulate wave behavior and assess coastal risks. While navigating complex coastal processes, professionals in this field must establish solutions that balance human demands with environmental sustainability, ultimately enhancing resilience against natural hazards.
The environment fosters a hands-on approach where you can engage in projects addressing real-world issues faced by coastal communities. Many students build confidence as they engage with new perspectives, preparing them for successful careers in consulting firms, government agencies, and research institutions focused on coastal resilience. Graduates gain skills valued internationally, opening doors in various environmental and engineering sectors.