University of Auckland

Course Details

Master of Engineering Studies in Geotechnical Engineering

Course Description

The Master of Engineering Studies in Geotechnical Engineering programme aims to further educate graduate students in the discipline of geotechnical engineering so as to enhance their contribution to engineering practice. Graduates will be able to take leading roles in planning, evaluating, designing, constructing, maintaining, and managing the geotechnical infrastructure. The programme also provides valuable background expertise for those wishing to enter into asset management or to begin to pursue a career in research and development.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
1year

Career outcomes

Top Career opportunities This specialisation aims to address a shortage of suitably trained geotechnical engineering professionals. Graduates will greatly enhance their ability to practice in the geotechnical engineering field, by extending their education in the area of their specialisation and by upgrading their current skills and training. The programme will enable graduates to take leading roles in planning, evaluating, designing, constructing, maintaining, and managing the geotechnical infrastructure. The programme will also provide valuable background expertise for those wishing to enter into asset management or to begin to pursue a career in research and development.

Master of Engineering Studies in Geotechnical Engineering University of Auckland