The MEng in Structural Engineering with International Studies offers a thorough grounding in the major branches of civil engineering, but with strong emphasis on aspects most relevant to structural engineering. The aims of the programme are similar to those for Civil Engineering, but with a stronger emphasis on the skills and knowledge appropriate to structural engineering design. In addition, the programme aims to cultivate skills for the creative development of designs for construction projects. The international dimension of the programme aims to encourage awareness of the global engineering industry and allows students to foster links with Europe or North America.

Graduates from our Civil and Structural Engineering programmes secure a variety of jobs in organisations ranging from engineering consultancies such as AECOM, Atkins and Jacobs to government agencies including the Office of Public Works and Transport Scotland. Our highly sought after graduates are involved in large-scale global infrastructure projects in energy, transport and water from an early stage, and tend to be promoted quickly to senior positions. This is testament to the practical nature of the curriculum and the respect afforded to Heriot-Watt by employers around the world.