Program Overview
The Civil Engineering (Emphasis in Geotechnical Engineering) at Southern Methodist University is a MSc programme in Engineering over 24 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 Engineering (Emphasis in Geotechnical 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 894 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 894 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Dallas, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Civil Engineering (Emphasis in Geotechnical Engineering) programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Solid Mechanics
- Matrix Structural Analysis and Introduction to the Finite Element Methods
- Introduction to Structural Dynamics
- Advanced Soil Mechanics
- Foundation Engineering
- Thesis
- Engineering Analysis with Numerical Methods
- Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering
- Groundwater and Seepage
- Special Projects (Topics in Geotechnical Engineering)
- Theory of Elasticity
- Finite Element Methods in Structural and Continuum Mechanics
- Basic Concepts of Structural Stability
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Completed graduate application.
- Statement of purpose (submit within the online application).
- Application fee - $75.00 (required, cannot be waived).
- Official transcripts from each and every college or university attended.
- GRE test scores
- Recommendation letters
- In addition to meeting the Lyle School of Engineering admission requirements for an M.S. degree, applicants are required to satisfy the following additional requirement: a B.S. in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 894 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 894 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 894 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 894 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Southern Methodist 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 Southern Methodist University
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, United States
Southern Methodist University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-05-18
- Start Date 2018-08-22
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 30
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