Engineering Geology

Engineering geologists have a unique understanding of the ground and geological processes, making them crucial to all construction and infrastructure projects. Without their expertise in these processes and the potential hazards, developments risk not being safe — which is why this profession will always be in high demand.

Our Engineering Geology MSc provides you with the in-depth knowledge and skills required to embark upon a rewarding career in an industry which could take you across the globe, on a wide range of exciting projects, from sustainable infrastructure design to the assessment of environmental and geological risk.

Established over 50 years ago, our Engineering Geology MSc Leeds has strong links with industrial partners who are actively involved in ensuring course content is up-to-date and industry-relevant.

Engineering geology is the largest employment sector of professional geoscientists, and our graduates have secured positions across the world working in various sectors within the industry, finding solutions to a wide range of problems.

Why study at Leeds:

• Our Masters degree is accredited by The Engineering Council, the Geological Society of London, the Joint Board of Moderators, and EUR-ACE.
• Our globally-renowned research conducted here in our School of Earth and Environment and in the School of Civil Engineering feeds directly into the MSc course, shaping your learning with the latest thinking in engineering and geology.
• Advance your knowledge and gain a grounding in the application of geological principles to a wide range of fields appropriate to ground, civil, environmental and mining engineering.
• Conduct your own significant individual dissertation project, often involving organisations outside the University such as consulting engineers, civil engineering contractors and the British Geological Survey.
• Contribute to the transition to sustainable engineering and the shift to sustainable development for society.
• Access research-grade equipment and specialist facilities including the RMEGG laboratories and dedicated Masters computing facilities.
• Experience excellent practical and theoretical teaching delivered by a programme team made up of geoscientists and researchers from across two different Schools who specialise in industry-relevant areas.
• Study in a School that has been training Engineering Geologists for over 50 years and regularly hosts the Yorkshire Geotechnical Group (Institution of Civil Engineers) and is involved with the Yorkshire Regional Group of the Geological Society.
• Enhance your career prospects and become part of our successful alumni who have pursued careers in related positions, working for reputable companies like Jacobs Engineering Group and ARUP.
• This course offers flexible study options where you can study full-time over 12 months or part-time over 24 months to fit in with your lifestyle.