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Civil and Environmental Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University
Tuition USD 43,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 43,000 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Degree MSc
Duration 18 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Pittsburgh, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University is a MSc programme in Engineering over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Civil and Environmental Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 18 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Tuition: USD 43,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 43,000 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
  6. Location: Pittsburgh, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Civil and Environmental Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:

  1. Design Engineer
  2. R&D Engineer
  3. Project Engineer
  4. Systems Engineer
  5. Technical Consultant
  6. Engineering Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Building Information Models and IT-based Analysis for Construction Project Management
  2. Data Acquisition
  3. Data Management
  4. Computer-based Approaches for Search and Decision Support in Civil Infrastructure
  5. AIS Project
  6. Special Topics: Python Prototyping for Infrastructure Systems
  7. Civil Systems Investment Planning
  8. Introduction to Sustainable Engineering
  9. Data Acquisition
  10. Data Management
  11. Data Mining in Infrastructure
  12. Sustainable Buildings
  13. Advanced Python and Web Prototyping for Infrastructure
  14. Structural Design
  15. Computational Materials Modeling for Structures
  16. Urban Systems Modeling
  17. Finite Elements in Mechanics

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Application fee of $65USD
  • The online application form
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Uploaded unofficial transcripts (Official transcripts will be requested upon admission)
  • Essay Questions
  • CV/Resume
  • GRE test scores

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 43,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 43,000 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students

Tuition fees: USD 43,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 43,000 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students

IELTS requirement: 7

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Carnegie Mellon University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Carnegie Mellon University

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Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, United States

Carnegie Mellon University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 18 months