Engineering - Bridge Engineering - Sligo

This programme aims to provide learners with a systematic understanding of knowledge and a critical awareness of current insights in the areas of Bridge Engineering. This is strengthened by undertaking industry relevant project work and applying it to current technical and design standards, policies, and guidelines. This programme has been developed in conjunction with industry partners - the Department of Transport and the Local Authority Services National Training Group (LASNTG).



Who should apply?

This programme is suitable for Civil Engineering professionals working, or intending to work, in the Bridge Engineering sector to develop appropriate analytical, design and assessment skills.

What will I study?

Modules:

Geotechnical Engineering I

Structural Inspection and Assessment of Bridges

Geotechnical Engineering II

Design of Bridge Structure

Applicants require a BEng Honours degree (Level 8) in Civil Engineering or a related discipline or equivalent.



Recognition of Prior Learning: Yes.

Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.



For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpage.

1 year part-time online.



Study Hours

Live lectures normally take place between 6pm and 10pm, two evenings per week. Independent study hours will be reflective of a student’s experience.



On-Campus Attendance

Workshops occur twice per semester at the Sligo Campus on a Friday generally from 9.30am-4.30pm

In general, there are two levels of fees payable. EU students from EU countries including Ireland pay a subsidised level of fees for both taught courses and research programmes. Tuition fees for students from outside the EU are not subsidised and are thus somewhat higher than for EU students.