Structural Engineering and Building Technology

Programme aim

The built environment is fundamental for everyday life and comfort, and is essential for the global economy. This programme addresses issues related to structures and buildings and comprises development and operation of structures, structural systems and complex buildings for a modern, sustainable and resource efficient society.

The aim of the programme is to provide knowledge and skills for a professional career within the fields of structural engineering and building technology. All phases of the engineering process related to planning, design, construction, operation, assessment and rehabilitation are covered, and different engineering roles relevant for the field is demonstrated.

The programme should fulfil the market’s need for qualified competence: technical specialists and system generalists as well as researchers and academic teachers.

Who should apply

Students with a B.Sc. degree in civil or architectural engineering, with an interest in structural engineering and building technology are welcome to apply. You are expected to have prior knowledge in the fields of structural mechanics and engineering as well as in building physics and materials.

Why apply

The programme prepares students for a long professional career. It promotes personal development and the engineering skills needed to model, analyse and design structural systems and complex buildings, based on a deep and intuitive understanding of physical and mechanical behaviour. It provides the ability to critically review and develop technical solutions.

Furthermore, the programme offers a good overview of the field and promotes the ability to co-operate on teams, to communicate in an international environment and to lead project work.

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​Entry requirements (academic year 2019/20)

General entry requirements
An applicant must either have a Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering/Technology/Architecture or be enrolled in his/her last year of studies leading to such a degree.

General entry requirements in detail

Specific entry requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or the equivalent) with a major in: Architecture and Engineering or Civil Engineering

Prerequisites: Mathematics (at least 27 cr. including Linear algebra, Multivariable analysis and Mathematical statistics), Mechanics, Solid mechanics, Structural mechanics, Heat and mass transfer or Thermodynamics, Structural engineering for steel, timber and concrete structures