Program Overview
The Geotechnical Engineering at University of Massachusetts Amherst is a MEng 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 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 18,636 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 18,636 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Amherst Center, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the 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
- Ground Improvement
- Environmental Geotechnology
- Earthquake Engineering
- Soil Behavior and Shear Strength
- Geotechnical Material Testing
- Advanced Foundations Design
- In Situ Testing
- Numerical Methods/Geomechanics
- Soil Dynamics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements
- Application Fee
- Personal Statement
- Residency Statement
- Transcripts
- Letters of Recommendation
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Tests
- Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 18,636 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 18,636 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 18,636 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 18,636 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Massachusetts Amherst 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 University of Massachusetts Amherst
University of Massachusetts Amherst
United States
The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a public land-grant research university in Amherst, Massachusetts, United States. It is the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts system and...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2002-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-09
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 31