Civil and Structural Engineering MEng (Hons)

This MEng programme is designed to transform you into a future industry leader through exceptional hands-on experience that bridges advanced structural engineering theory with professional practice. You'll have access to our advanced facilities in the Fulton Building, which houses our dedicated structures research laboratory, concrete technology centre, and geotechnical testing equipment that mirrors professional industry standards.

Here’s how you’ll gain advanced practical experience:

• Advanced Structural Software: You'll master sophisticated tools including Revit for Building Information Modelling (BIM), ABAQUS for finite element analysis, and Tekla Structures for structural detailing and fabrication, preparing you for complex design challenges.

• The Dundee Structural Design Project: A major highlight of your final year is this research-intensive group project, where you'll tackle complex structural engineering challenges, developing crucial leadership and innovative problem-solving skills.

• Structures Research Laboratory: You'll conduct advanced experiments in our dedicated structures lab, equipped with modern loading frames and testing equipment for investigating structural behavior under various loading conditions.

• Concrete Technology Centre: You'll work with our advanced concrete testing equipment, including non-destructive testing apparatus and specialized mix design facilities for innovative materials research.

• Geotechnical Engineering Laboratory: You'll test soil-structure interaction using our advanced geotechnical testing apparatus, gaining practical insight into foundation design for complex structural projects.

Graduates of Dundee’s MEng Civil and Structural Engineering consistently enter rewarding careers such as Chartered Civil Engineer, Structural Design Engineer, Bridge Engineer, or Transport Infrastructure Consultant. 

Here’s how Dundee supports your journey forward:

• Career Services & Employability Support
  Dundee’s dedicated Careers & Employability Service offers one-on-one career guidance, CV and interview prep, and puts you ahead with access to the MyCareerHub portal for internships, placements, and graduate roles. 

• Employment Stats & Salary Figures

  • The MEng meets the accredited requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng). 

  • Across all civil engineering graduates at Dundee, 95% are working within 15 months, with 0% unemployment, and a median salary of around £28,500 at that point, rising up to £33,000 after three years and £38,000+ after five.

• University–Industry Partnerships
  Throughout your course, you'll engage in site visits, group design projects, and field trips that mirror real-world engineering practice. Dundee’s strong links—presented through lab visits, guest lectures, and alumni networks—ensure your learning remains current and professionally relevant. 

• Accreditation & Long-Term Professional Value
  Accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators—including ICE, IStructE, CIHT, and IHE—the MEng fully satisfies academic requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration. 

• Graduation Outcomes & Recognition
  Students rate the course highly: 93% overall satisfaction, 91% positivity about teaching support, and 79% feel staff engage well with students. These figures reflect a strong, supportive learning environment. 

Further Academic Progression:
Once you complete your MEng, you're well-positioned for exciting next steps:

• You’ll already satisfy the academic pathway to pursue Chartered Engineer (CEng) status—your degree fast-tracks your professional validation.

• You might explore advanced study through an MSc or PhD, especially in specialised areas like structural dynamics, resilient infrastructure, or advanced transport engineering—supported by Dundee’s research strengths.