The Master of Engineering Studies in Civil Engineering provides graduates with an in-depth understanding of the field of civil engineering, and a pathway into a career in this field. A fully taught masters, this programme provides students with the opportunity to further their knowledge within the field of civil engineering. The programme consists of courses and small research projects in the areas of structures, hydraulics, transportation, geotechnical, disaster management, and construction management.

Career opportunities A Masters degree in Civil Engineering offers students a stimulating multidisciplinary approach to education with career opportunities available in variety of sub-specialisations. Students of this programme leave fully equipped with the skills and knowledge to work in consulting, private enterprises, and government throughout the world. Past graduates of MEngSt in Civil Engineering have been employed to rebuild Christchurch, to improve transportation in Auckland and throughout New Zealand, to build dams and reservoirs, to respond to natural disasters, and to be part of local and regional councils and organisations overseas that make difference in everyday life. According to the New Zealand Government 2014 report Occupation Outlook, civil and environmental engineers will be in high demand in New Zealand and abroad in the coming decades. Studying Civil Engineering at the University of Auckland may just be the wisest career move you'll ever make.