Online Master of Science in Civil Engineering
Broaden and deepen your knowledge of structural engineering with a Master of Science in Civil Engineering (coursework only) from KU. You can complete courses 100% online. Small class sizes allow for individual instruction and productive collaboration.
- Prepare for the Professional Engineering Exam and the Structural Engineering Exam
- Learn materials and analysis methods not covered in your bachelor’s program
- Obtain the master’s degree most employers look for
- Earn a higher salary
What is civil engineering?
Civil engineers, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, conceive, design, build, supervise, operate, construct and maintain infrastructure projects and systems in the public and private sector.
Is civil engineering graduate education from KU right for you?
Civil engineers are in high demand nationwide, and Kansas City is rich with engineering and architecture firms with strong national and international reputations. Employers are increasingly looking for candidates with a master’s degree. The American Society of Civil Engineers states that the required knowledge to practice structural engineering "...exceeds today's typical civil engineering baccalaureate degree, even when coupled with the practical experience gained prior to licensure."
The Master of Science in Civil Engineering (coursework only) program prepares you for roles requiring technical expertise, project management and leadership skills. Included on Forbes.com’s list of top master’s degrees for job placement, a master of science in civil engineering often results in advancing your career.
Prepare for developing technologies such as the following:
- Smart Infrastructure
- Resiliant structures
- Seismic and wind-resisting systems
- Dynamic structural monitoring systems
- Artificial intelligence in engineering design
- Probabilistic design and reliability
- Green infrastructure
- Sustainable design
- Advanced building materials
What jobs can I get with a master of science in civil engineering?
Typical titles include design engineer, structural engineer, project manager and project leader. While labels may fluctuate, the real differentiator between roles is the kind of capabilities in which you can specialize. Pursuing your master’s degree in civil engineering allows you to gain experience in materials and analysis methods that your bachelor’s degree couldn’t cover and/or you may not have had much on-the-job exposure.
