Master of Engineering, Structural Engineering

This Master of Engineering in Structural Engineering focuses on building physics, structural mechanics, and the design and dimensioning of modern timber and hybrid structures. It also covers fire dimensioning, stiffening, sound technology, climate footprint, and life cycle calculations for wooden buildings.

Novia University of Applied Sciences says the programme is designed for flexible study alongside full-time work, preferably in an engineering company. The studies run for two years and are delivered mainly online, with scheduled afternoon lectures, self-study, teamwork, and some optional on-campus lectures or site visits.

The programme meets Finnish requirements for exceptionally demanding timber structures and prepares graduates for work in structural engineering and development roles.

Modules

• Building Physics and Climate Performance
• Fundamental Structural Mechanics
• Advanced Structural Mechanics
• Fundamentals of Timber Structure Design
• Advanced Design of Timber and Hybrid Structures
• Research Methodology
• Thesis

Eligibility to apply to a UAS Master’s degree programme is conferred by an appropriate UAS Bachelor’s degree or another appropriate higher education degree, and at least two years (24 months) of subsequent work experience in a relevant field. Appropriate degrees for this programme can be a Bachelor of Engineering in construction and civil engineering or in structural engineering in mechanical engineering.

• expert and development roles in structural engineering
• design of demanding timber and hybrid buildings
• engineering companies
• construction and land-use authorities
• public-sector organisations
• education and research