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. The research thesis gives the opportunity to research a topic of their choice, which may be directly relevant to their employer or industry.
| Award Name | Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
2 / 3 years part-time, online.
Study Hours
It is recommended that you should try to allow for 5-6 hours per week per 5-credit module to your studies.
On-Campus Attendance
Two on campus workshop days per semester. Attendance is optional. The workshops are broadcast live and are also recorded.
Entry Requirements
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.
Further information
Total Programme Fees: €9,000
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
Modules
Geotechnical Engineering I
Soil - Structure Interaction
Design of Building Structures
Geotechnical Engineering II
Research Methods
Design of Bridge Structures
MEng Research Thesis
Examination & Assessment
Taught modules have a minimum of 60% continuous assessment / project work. Five out of the six taught modules have an end of module examination worth 40%. The thesis module is evaluated using a presentation, a poster, the written thesis and an interview.
Course Coordinator:
Dr Pat Naughton:
admissions.sligo@atu.ie
Student Advisor:
Michelle Bruen:
michelle.bruen@atu.ie