Earthquake Engineering

Imperial College London Faculty of Engineering

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Full time & Part time September MSc 1 year, 2 years, 3 years

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About the course

Undertake comprehensive training in the analysis, design and assessment of structures under seismic actions on this one-year MSc course.

You'll explore a broad range of issues related to structural engineering, earthquake engineering, engineering seismology, soil dynamics and advanced numerical techniques.

This course covers both theoretical background knowledge and practical design considerations to enhance your skills for further PhD study or a future career in this field.

Suitable for both practising engineers and recent graduates, this programme aims to produce graduates equipped to pursue careers in seismic analysis and design in industry, the public sector and non-governmental organisations.

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Imperial College London

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