MSc Structural Engineering

OVERVIEW

The programme requires candidates to complete 40 units. The curriculum is divided into 2 components.

• Coursework
• Research

Core Courses

• Advanced Structural Mechanics
• Structural Retrofitting Technology
• Dynamics and Stability of Structures
• Principles of Structural Design
• DissertationElective Courses
• Engineering Management
• Bridge Engineering

Research Component
The research component requires candidates to select a research topic and carry out an intensive research study under the supervision of a lecturer.

Expertise available in the following School: School of Civil Engineering www.civil.eng.usm.my

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants should possess the following:

• BSc (Hons) with minimum CGPA of 2.75/4 or equivalent.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

(Applicable for International Applicants Only)

• A minimum score of 550 in Paper- Based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or
• A minimum score of 213 in Computer- Based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or
• A minimum score of 80 in Internet- Based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or
• A minimum score of Band 6.0 in IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
• The applicants native language is English or National language
• Applicant graduated from institutions of higher learning which use English Language as the medium of instruction.
• English courses offered by British Council.
• Passed USM's Intensive English Course Level IV with minimum gred B.
• English courses offered by selected Public / Private Universities.

DURATION

• Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 4 semesters

FEES

Malaysian (MYR)	International (USD)
Registration Fee : 340.00 Tuition Fee : 268.00 X 40 Units = 10,720.00 Convocation Fee : 120.00	Registration Fees : 227.50 Personal Bond : 475.00 Tuition Fees : 100.00 X 40 Units = 4,000.00 Convocation Fee : 30.00

** Fees are subject to change