Master of Science in Engineering - Civil Engineering - GeoTechnical (Optional Co-op)

Students can elevate their career with a degree that aligns with industry demands with the Master of Science in Civil Engineering. Whether students are passionate about sustainable infrastructure, transportation systems, structural engineering or environmental protection, this program will provide the skills and knowledge to lead in this growing and dynamic field.

At UMass Lowell, students will benefit from an interdisciplinary curriculum that emphasizes practical, real-world problem-solving and prepares them for leadership roles in civil engineering. Choose from specialized options in areas such as environmental, geoenvironmental, geotechnical, structural, and transportation.

Develop advanced understanding of soil mechanics theory and applications in the fields of foundation and soil engineering with the M.S. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering Option).

The Geotechnical Engineering Option emphasizes course work in the engineering behavior of soil, soil property determination and the use of advanced soil mechanics theory and soil-structure interaction in the solution of soil and foundation engineering problems. Elementary courses in soil mechanics, statics, strength of materials and fluid mechanics are required as prerequisites for graduate core courses. Students receiving a teaching or research assistantship are required to submit a publishable thesis.