MSc Civil Engineering
University of Glasgow, Glasgow
Overview
A one-year Masters building advanced civil engineering knowledge and problem-solving skills for graduates in civil engineering or a closely related field. It includes design projects and an individual MSc project.
Highlights
- Civil Design Project M
- Integrated Systems Design Project M
- Engineering Skills M
- MSc Project
Entry requirements
- Academic
- 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in an engineering discipline, or in physical sciences or mathematics with relevant modules. Some 2.2 applicants may be accepted with an average grade of 2.1 in accepted modules.
- English language
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no subtest less than 6.0. PTE Academic 65 overall (Reading 60, Listening 60, Speaking 65, Writing 60). TOEFL iBT (tests from 21 January 2026) 92 overall, no subtest less than 4.5. Duolingo English Test 120 overall, writing 120, no subtest less than 110.
- Experience or portfolio
- Extensive work experience may be considered alongside academic qualifications for applicants just below the academic requirements.
- Applicants from Pakistan
- Pakistan page: a Bachelor's degree (4 years) is required for postgraduate taught entry. UK 2.1 equivalent is stated as 58% to 68% or GPA 2.9 to 3.25, depending on the awarding institution. Source
Careers
The page lists civil, structural and environmental engineering roles with design consultants, contractors, public bodies and utilities, and names VINCI, Mott MacDonald and Atkins among employers of past graduates.
Working after you graduate
Bachelor's and master's graduates on a Student visa may apply in the UK for the Graduate visa: two years if applying by 31 December 2026, or 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027.
Checked on 10 October 2026. Official source.
Scholarships for this course
- Alumni Discount15% tuition fee discount for eligible self-funded alumni
- Chevening ScholarshipsTuition fees, monthly living stipend, economy return flight, arrival and departure allowances and visa application cost
- Commonwealth Master's ScholarshipsFull tuition fees, return airfare, monthly stipend of GBP 1,712 (GBP 2,000 in the London area) and a study travel grant
- Global Leadership ScholarshipGBP 10,000 tuition fee discount, applied for one year only (350 awards)
- GREAT Scholarships 2027GBP 10,000 tuition fee waiver for one-year postgraduate study (3 awards)
- World Changers Glasgow ScholarshipGBP 5,000 tuition fee discount