Engineering - Geotechnical & Structural Engineering - Sligo

This programme provides postgraduate training for Level 8 degree qualified professional and graduate Civil Engineers who require up-skilling and higher education in the areas of Geotechnical and Structural Engineering. Project work in the modules develops both technical and teamwork skills in a multi-disciplinary approach. At Masters level, the research thesis gives the opportunity to research a topic of their choice, which may be directly relevant to their employer or industry.



Who should apply?

This programme provides a means for graduate engineers to meet the educational requirement for Chartered Engineer membership of Engineers Ireland, while at the same time developing advanced skills in Geotechnical and Structural Engineering. The programme is also attractive to experienced Civil Engineers who are seeking to move from a different area of expertise into the Geotechnical and /or Structural Engineering domains.

What will I study?

Postgraduate Certificate:

Geotechnical Engineering I

Soil - Structure Interaction

Design of Building Structures

Geotechnical Engineering II

Research Methods

Design of Bridge Structures

The minimum entry requirements are a second-class honours (2.2) award in a professionally accredited (Engineers Ireland Chartered Engineer with further learning or equivalent) Honours degree (Level 8) in Civil or Structural Engineering.

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 delivery.



Study Hours

The programme consists of two semesters, with three modules per semester. Students will have weekly live lectures of 2 hours per module. Lectures typically take place in the evening after 6pm. It is recommended that you should try to allow for 5-6 hours per week per 5-credit module to your studies. At Masters Level, students undertake a thesis and research a core topic related to the programme.



On-Campus Attendance

Two on campus workshop days per semester. Attendance is optional. The workshops are broadcast live and are also recorded.

Progression Pathways

Many of our Masters programmes are structured in a way that includes recognised entry and exit awards. This means that you can apply for part of Masters first and learn at your own pace or if you are unable to complete the full programme, you can still gain a recognised qualification. Our entry and exit awards typically include Postgraduate Certificate award and a Postgraduate Diploma award.