General information
The coastal zone is now widely recognised as important at national, European and global levels. Skilled engineers who can understand environmental issues in such sensitive areas are in high demand. The accredited MSc Engineering in the Coastal Environment course provides training in coastal engineering with joint emphasis on environmental and oceanographic matters and provides appropriate vocational training for interested engineers and physical scientists.
Take a masters in Engineering in the Coastal Environment and take the future of our coastal erosion and defence strategies into your own hands. The importance of the coastal zone is globally recognised and there is a growing demand for skilled coastal engineers. The course provides world-class training in coastal engineering and is uniquely offered between Engineering and Ocean and Earth Sciences.
This course is provided jointly by academics from Civil Engineering and Ocean and Earth Science. The MSc is closely linked with the Southampton Marine and Maritime Institute (SMMI) which develops applied coastal research across the University, nationally and internationally. You will also benefit from the partnerships with industry and local councils.
The range of subject matter covered in the modules calls for varied teaching and learning techniques. These will include lectures, tutorials, individual and group planning exercises and practical work. You will be encouraged to openly communicate your professional experiences, exchange ideas and knowledge share. One-to-one tutorials are also arranged to cater for individual learning differences. Your acquired knowledge will be put into practice in a final research project conducted with an industry partner. The best dissertation each year is awarded the prestigious HR Wallingford prize.
The teaching is structured on a semester pattern. You study modules comprising 90 ECTS (180 CATS) The course is only available full-time. Each semester, you will take an additional module relating to Civil Engineering or Marine Science, depending on your first degree. You will take a total of 4 modules in each semester, plus (for the MSc award) the research project.
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
| Coastal Morphodynamics | Coastal Flood Defence |
| Environmental Impact Assessment | Geographical Information Systems |
| Coastal sediment dynamics | Applied coastal sediment dynamics |
| Key skills and applied coastal oceanography | Key skills and applied coastal oceanography |
| Introduction to Marine Geology (Optional) | Understanding Civil Engineering (hydraulics) (Optional) |
| Understanding Civil Engineering (hydraulics) (Optional) | MSc Research Project |
| MSc Research Project |
Key facts:
- A unique and effective teaching collaboration between the disciplines of Engineering and the Environment, and Ocean and Earth Science drawing on world-class expertise
- Close links to practising coastal engineers, such as HR Wallingford
- Research project is undertaken in collaboration with (and often based at) leading international coastal consultancies or appropriate government agencies
The career-led course will develop your critical awareness and environmental management of coastal issues. You will develop your core knowledge of Coastal Flood Defences, Coastal Morphodynamics and Coastal Sediment Dynamics. You will also apply impact assessments and learn to use advanced information systems.
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Venue
Southampton , United Kingdom
Application
Click here to apply: http://www.southampton.ac.uk/oes/postgraduate/taught_courses/apply.page?
Cost:
<ul> <li>UK/EU Fees: £9000</li> <li>International Fees: £19570</li> <li>Channel Island fees:£9000</li> </ul>
Prerequisites:
Entry requirements
You need a good (2:1) Honours degree in civil or environmental engineering or oceanography, geography, geology or the environmental and physical sciences. We assess applications on an individual basis and we encourage candidates with alternative qualifications and relevant experience in an appropriate field to apply. We will asess your general ability to undertake the degree programme and, if appropriate, candidates will be invited for interview. In all cases, you must provide evidence of a high degree of numeracy.
English Language requirements
If your first language is not English, we need to ensure that your listening, written and spoken English skills would enable you to enjoy the full benefit of your studies. For entry onto our programmes, you will need an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.5 or an equivalent qualification.
Application Procedure:
To apply you need to complete and submit an online application form. You must also upload the following supporting documentation, preferably be in PDF format, as part of the application process:
- academic transcript
- degree certificate
- English language certificate (IELTS or equivalent) except those from English exempt countries
- CV and personal statement
- two reference letters.
Application Deadline
Applications are considered throughout the year. If you wish to be considered for a scholarship, apply by 31st May at very latest. Otherwise, your applications for October entrance should be submitted before July 31st of the same year, although we may still accept late applications. We may invite you for interview before making an offer.
Grant Opportunities:
Scholarships, bursaries, sponsorships or grants may be available to support you through your course. Funding opportunities available to you are linked to your subject area and/or your country of origin. These can be from the University of Southampton or other sources.
Qualification
Assessment:
Testing of the knowledge base is through a combination of unseen written examinations and assessed coursework in the form of problem solving exercises, laboratory reports, design exercises, essays, and individual and group projects. Analysis and problem solving skills are assessed through unseen written examinations and problem based exercises. Experimental, research and design skills are assessed through laboratory reports, coursework exercises, project reports and oral presentations.
Qualification: Master of Science
Credits:
The coastal zone is now widely recognised as important at national, European and global levels. Skilled engineers who can understand environmental issues in such sensitive areas are in high demand. The accredited MSc Engineering in the Coastal Environment course provides training in coastal engineering with joint emphasis on environmental and oceanographic matters and provides appropriate vocational training for interested engineers and physical scientists.
Take a masters in Engineering in the Coastal Environment and take the future of our coastal erosion and defence strategies into your own hands. The importance of the coastal zone is globally recognised and there is a growing demand for skilled coastal engineers. The course provides world-class training in coastal engineering and is uniquely offered between Engineering and Ocean and Earth Sciences.
This course is provided jointly by academics from Civil Engineering and Ocean and Earth Science. The MSc is closely linked with the Southampton Marine and Maritime Institute (SMMI) which develops applied coastal research across the University, nationally and internationally. You will also benefit from the partnerships with industry and local councils.
The range of subject matter covered in the modules calls for varied teaching and learning techniques. These will include lectures, tutorials, individual and group planning exercises and practical work. You will be encouraged to openly communicate your professional experiences, exchange ideas and knowledge share. One-to-one tutorials are also arranged to cater for individual learning differences. Your acquired knowledge will be put into practice in a final research project conducted with an industry partner. The best dissertation each year is awarded the prestigious HR Wallingford prize.
The teaching is structured on a semester pattern. You study modules comprising 90 ECTS (180 CATS) The course is only available full-time. Each semester, you will take an additional module relating to Civil Engineering or Marine Science, depending on your first degree. You will take a total of 4 modules in each semester, plus (for the MSc award) the research project.
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
| Coastal Morphodynamics | Coastal Flood Defence |
| Environmental Impact Assessment | Geographical Information Systems |
| Coastal sediment dynamics | Applied coastal sediment dynamics |
| Key skills and applied coastal oceanography | Key skills and applied coastal oceanography |
| Introduction to Marine Geology (Optional) | Understanding Civil Engineering (hydraulics) (Optional) |
| Understanding Civil Engineering (hydraulics) (Optional) | MSc Research Project |
| MSc Research Project |
Key facts:
- A unique and effective teaching collaboration between the disciplines of Engineering and the Environment, and Ocean and Earth Science drawing on world-class expertise
- Close links to practising coastal engineers, such as HR Wallingford
- Research project is undertaken in collaboration with (and often based at) leading international coastal consultancies or appropriate government agencies
To apply you need to complete and submit an online application form. You must also upload the following supporting documentation, preferably be in PDF format, as part of the application process:
- academic transcript
- degree certificate
- English language certificate (IELTS or equivalent) except those from English exempt countries
- CV and personal statement
- two reference letters.
Application Deadline
Applications are considered throughout the year. If you wish to be considered for a scholarship, apply by 31st May at very latest. Otherwise, your applications for October entrance should be submitted before July 31st of the same year, although we may still accept late applications. We may invite you for interview before making an offer.
Testing of the knowledge base is through a combination of unseen written examinations and assessed coursework in the form of problem solving exercises, laboratory reports, design exercises, essays, and individual and group projects. Analysis and problem solving skills are assessed through unseen written examinations and problem based exercises. Experimental, research and design skills are assessed through laboratory reports, coursework exercises, project reports and oral presentations.
The career-led course will develop your critical awareness and environmental management of coastal issues. You will develop your core knowledge of Coastal Flood Defences, Coastal Morphodynamics and Coastal Sediment Dynamics. You will also apply impact assessments and learn to use advanced information systems.
Entry requirements
You need a good (2:1) Honours degree in civil or environmental engineering or oceanography, geography, geology or the environmental and physical sciences. We assess applications on an individual basis and we encourage candidates with alternative qualifications and relevant experience in an appropriate field to apply. We will asess your general ability to undertake the degree programme and, if appropriate, candidates will be invited for interview. In all cases, you must provide evidence of a high degree of numeracy.
English Language requirements
If your first language is not English, we need to ensure that your listening, written and spoken English skills would enable you to enjoy the full benefit of your studies. For entry onto our programmes, you will need an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.5 or an equivalent qualification.
