Temple University College of Engineering
Master of Science in Civil Engineering
Philadelphia, USA
MSc
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
* June 1: U.S. applicants. April 15: International applicants.
Key Summary
About: In Temple University's College of Engineering Master of Science in Civil Engineering you’ll master skills to design, build and maintain infrastructure systems including airports, bridges, dams, highways and tunnels. The program develops geotechnical and structural analysis skills and strengthens technical expertise. You’ll learn to unpack and evaluate societal infrastructure challenges and to formulate responsible engineering solutions, becoming a practitioner aware of social issues. Keywords: structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water resources, infrastructure resilience.
Career Outcomes: Graduates pursue roles in civil engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, infrastructure planning, construction management, project management, consulting, research or regulatory agencies.
In the Master of Science in Civil Engineering program in the College of Engineering at Temple University, you will master the skills needed to build and maintain the infrastructure of the modern world—including airports, bridges, canals, dams, highways, roads, and tunnels—and also develop the geotechnical and structural analyzation skills required for responsible engineering.
In addition to building on your existing technical and practical skills, you’ll become a more articulate, socially aware contributor to the civil engineering profession. Learn to unpack and critically evaluate key challenges and issues facing society’s infrastructure and formulate intelligent engineering solutions.
The master’s degree program in Civil Engineering is structured in a flexible sequence so that you can plan ahead and structure your academics around your personal and professional commitments.
Small classes, low student-to-faculty ratios, and in-person learning make for an effective, tight-knit graduate learning environment. Lab coursework, experiments, and research are performed in extensive, cutting-edge facilities stocked with modern tools and instruments that will better prepare you for the professional environment.
Credit Requirements
The Civil Engineering MS requires a minimum of 30 credit hours.
Classes & Curriculum
The graduate degree comes with a great deal of flexibility: You can choose to study full-time or part-time, with most classes beginning after 4:30 p.m. Many students finish their requirements in the span of two years, though the time limit for completion is five years.
The recently revised curriculum reflects the most up-to-date research and skills, preparing students to excel in today’s industry. The curriculum is particularly strong in construction management as well as infrastructure, both of which are fast-growing job markets.
The core courses solidify your foundations in engineering and math before you delve into elective coursework on a variety of topics. You’ll have the flexibility to tailor the degree to your career aspirations and preferences; two-thirds of your courses will be electives chosen based on your interests. You can even take electives outside of the engineering department to shape your personal curriculum.
Examples of some available electives include:
- Advanced Soil Mechanics
- Behavior and Design of Steel Structures
- Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering, and
- Structural Design of Pavements
You’ll choose one of three tracks.
Thesis
- 24 credits of coursework
- Six credits of thesis work
Project
- 27 credits of didactic coursework
- Three credits of project work
Course work
- 30 credits of didactic coursework
Student Clubs & Organizations
From Engineers Without Borders to Temple Robotics to professional and honor societies, student clubs in the College of Engineering provide numerous ways to network, socialize and excel outside the classroom.
Our Advisors
Your assigned faculty advisor will guide you in navigating the curriculum and selecting the appropriate coursework to achieve your academic and professional goals. A graduate student advisor will also be available to help you with policies, procedures, and scheduling.
