Kingston University MSc in Civil Engineering - now in Sri Lanka

MSc in Structural Design and Construction Management - This postgraduate course has been designed for graduate civil and/ or structural engineers with developing careers in the construction industry who aspire to move into senior positions in civil engineering, structural design practice and/ or management of construction projects. It is a unique course both in terms of its delivery and its combination of subjects that open the horizons of employment in either consulting engineering practices or construction contracting organizations.

The course provides a strategic overview of construction management issues as well as a deep and broad knowledge of advanced structural engineering. The structural engineering part includes structural design of standard and innovative structures and substructures using modern materials, state-of-the-art techniques and latest codes of practice. The management part covers financial, legal and contractual problems associated with the construction process and, application of man- agement techniques and contract administration in the supervision of construction projects.

The research dissertation enables students to conduct a sustained, in-depth, original research related to complex theoretical arguments within a technical field of the construction industry.

The learning outcomes are referenced to the QAA subject benchmarks for Engineering ( 2010) and the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland ( 2008). The programme provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, cognitive skills and subject practical skills as outlined in the program specification document.

Kingston University offers this programme through its local partner – ESOFT from this September onwards. Over the years, ESOFT has built a reputation as one of Sri Lanka’s most sought- after education and training providers offering a wide range of degree, diploma, and certificate level programs of international repute. With its newest initiative, Colle ge of Engineering & Technology located in the heart of Katubedda – Moratuwa, ESOFT has opened a new chapter in its journey of offering high quality education towards empowering the Sri Lankan youth.

ESOFT College

of Engineering & Technology (ESOFT CET) is a highly specialized center for offering Engineering programs in Civil, Construction Management, Mechanical, Communication, Electronic and Electrical disciplines. ESOFT CET which is affiliated institute to Kingston University, London as well as London Metropolitan University offers Edexcel BTEC HND as a cost effective pathway to obtain an Honours degree and MSc via the advance entry option.

The College strives to provide the most state- of- the- art facilities in a comfortable and friendly learning environment. The required hands- on access to laboratory practicals is provided inhouse and in collaboration with leading laboratory services providers. Students will benefit from the best in private education with highly qualified and friendly academic staff.