Master of Science in Structural Design & Construction Management – Kingston University (UK)

MSc in Structural Design and
Construction Management awarded by Kingston University London is designed for graduates
in civil and structural engineering with developing careers in the construction
industry who desire to move into senior management positions in structural
design practice or management of construction projects. It is a unique course
both in terms of its delivery that is designed for part time students in full
employment and, its combination of subjects that open the horizons of
employment in either consulting engineering practices or construction
contracting organizations. The course is also ideal for graduate engineers
starting their career in the construction industry as it would enhance their
employability potential.

The course provides a strategic overview of
construction management issues as well as a deep and broad knowledge of
advanced structural engineering. The structural engineering part includes the
structural design of standard and innovative structures/substructures using
modern materials, state-of-the-art techniques, and the latest codes of practice.
The management part covers financial, legal, and contractual problems
associated with the construction process, the application of management
techniques, and contract administration in the supervision of construction
projects.

What you’ll learn in this course:

• Advanced methods in the design of structures in concrete and steel
• Advanced methods in the design of structures subjected to seismic actions
• Advanced methods in the design of substructures and foundations
• Procurement strategies, estimating & tendering procedures and controlling cost of projects
• Project management tools and techniques including risk, health & safety and quality management
• Sustainable construction and the environmental, social and economic credentials of concrete as applied in practice

The research dissertation
enables students to conduct a sustained, in-depth, original research related to
complex theoretical arguments within a technical field of the construction
industry.

• An honours Degree with a Second Class or above in Civil Engineering, with the following modules, Structural Analysis & Design Engineering Geology & Soil Science & Materials.
• Applicants should have a minimum Credit pass (C) for English in G.C.E. Ordinary Level.