KU Leuven Master of Civil Engineering
KU Leuven

KU Leuven

Master of Civil Engineering

Leuven, Belgium

Master degree

2 years

English, Dutch

Full time

16 Sep 2026

EUR 9,493 **

On-Campus

* there is no strict application deadline | for the most recent – and only official – information on application deadlines, please check the KU Leuven webpage

** for non-EEA; EUR 1181.40 for EEA | for the most recent – and only official – information on tuition fees, please check the KU Leuven webpage

Key Summary

    About : The Master of Civil Engineering provides a comprehensive education focused on the design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure projects. The curriculum emphasizes essential technical skills and knowledge to tackle complex engineering challenges. Students engage in practical projects, hands-on learning, and research opportunities to foster expertise in civil engineering disciplines.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various careers in civil engineering sectors, including structural engineering, transportation engineering, and environmental engineering. Opportunities may arise in construction management, urban planning, and regulatory compliance, allowing students to positively impact community development and sustainability.

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The master's degree in civil engineering is aimed at developing analytical and problem-solving skills and a solid scientific-technical knowledge, embedded in a general university background.

About the Programme

The Master of Civil Engineering programme trains you to become an expert in the science and technology of construction and prepares you to take a leading role in the sustainable development of our built environment. It provides you with the broad foundational knowledge that is necessary to realize structures that are safe, durable, energy-efficient, cost-efficient, healthy and comfortable, and with all the necessary skills to tackle the complex scientific and technological problems that the construction sector is facing today and in the future.

Programme Strengths

  • Students from around the world are drawn to the programme’s excellent faculty, comprehensive curriculum, stimulating learning environment and state-of-the-art research.
  • The close link between education and research exposes students to challenging and ground-breaking topics during their coursework and master's thesis research.
  • Some of the world’s best civil engineering companies are directly involved in the master’s programme by teaching a number of specialised design-oriented and management courses.
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