Civil engineering in the Alpine region - structures, natural hazards, hydraulic engineering, geotechnics and sustainable infrastructure.

Are you interested in civil engineering and want to solve complex challenges in the Alpine region? Then the Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) with a specialization in Civil Engineering at the UAS Grisons is the right course for you.

A degree opens the door to a top professional position or a job in research and development. The Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) is an educational program developed jointly by the Swiss universities of applied sciences. It is aimed at highly motivated Bachelor's graduates with a very good degree. The language of instruction is German and English. Contact teaching accounts for around one third (30 ECTS) of the entire course and is mainly held centrally in Zurich. The remaining two thirds (60 ECTS) are dedicated to practical project work and the Master's thesis and take place locally at the enrolled university of applied sciences.

Graduates of the MSE Civil Engineering actively shape the infrastructure of tomorrow. They plan civil engineering structures and traffic routes, develop sustainable buildings and help to protect settlements and infrastructure from natural hazards. In doing so, they combine scientific methods with practical implementation skills and are able to analyze and solve complex engineering issues holistically.

After completing their studies, graduates work in engineering and planning offices, construction companies, public administrations or specialized companies. They take on responsibility in projects, coordinate interdisciplinary teams and develop innovative solutions in areas such as civil engineering, natural hazards, geotechnics, hydraulic engineering, protective structures or infrastructure development.

With increasing professional experience, a wide range of development opportunities open up - from project management to technical specializations and activities in research and development. The MSE degree also provides a solid foundation for a further academic career.

Training in an alpine context gives graduates a special profile: they are used to working under demanding topographical, geological and climatic conditions and developing solutions for real challenges. These skills are in high demand both nationally and internationally.

In the Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) with a specialization in Civil Engineering, you will deepen your knowledge of civil engineering and develop the ability to systematically analyze and solve complex problems. The focus is on practical tasks in the Alpine region.

You will deal with topics such as civil engineering structures, natural hazards, geotechnics, hydraulic engineering, hydropower and sustainable infrastructure. You will analyze processes such as rockfall, avalanches and debris flows, investigate subsoil conditions and develop sound solutions for buildings and infrastructure.

In the field of hydraulic engineering and hydropower, you will plan and optimize hydraulic systems, flood protection measures and energy generation plants under challenging conditions.

Another focus is on structural engineering and engineering structures such as bridges, galleries and retaining structures. You will deal with load-bearing behavior, building materials as well as structural and economic aspects and deal with the maintenance and further development of existing infrastructure.

In the field of natural hazards, you will be introduced to natural hazard processes (avalanches, rockfall, torrents, landslides and hillslope debris flows) by Graubünden experts and plan appropriate protection systems against these alpine natural hazards.

You will learn to model technical systems, analyze them numerically and apply scientific methods in a targeted manner. At the same time, you will develop the ability to work in an interdisciplinary manner and develop sustainable solutions.

Graduates are able to understand complex construction and infrastructure systems holistically and implement innovative solutions. They have sound skills in natural hazards, geotechnics, hydraulic engineering, hydropower and civil engineering structures and are optimally prepared for responsible tasks in civil engineering.

Study focus:

• Civil engineering structures (bridges, bridges, galleries, tunnels)
• Natural hazards (avalanches, rockfall, debris flow, landslides, torrents)
• Geotechnics and geosynthetics (special civil engineering)
• Hydraulic engineering and hydropower
• Structural and infrastructure engineering
• Building materials and material behavior
• Maintenance and renovation of buildings
• Sustainable construction in the alpine region

Study plan

The degree program consists of theory and context modules as well as the specialization with the Master's thesis. The theory and context modules require 30 ECTS credits (around one third), the specialization 60 ECTS credits (around two thirds).

Recommended theory modules
The theory modules comprise 30 of the 90 ECTS credits. The modules are taught by professors from all over Switzerland at various locations. You will complete these modules together with other MSE students.

Here you will find the recommended theory modules for the Civil Engineering MSE profile

Specialist specialization
The specialization comprises 60 of 90 ECTS. It consists of two practice-oriented projects (2 x 15 ECTS) and a Master's thesis (30 ECTS). The work can be carried out as part of research projects at the UAS Grisons or with industry partners. The exact topics are determined individually in consultation with your academic advisor.

For admission to the MSE Engineering, you need a Bachelor's degree or a comparable degree in engineering. The achievements of the entire Bachelor's degree must correspond to an ECTS grade A or B. Admission "sur dossier" is possible for Grade C. Grade D is not permitted.

If you have any questions about the admission requirements, please contact us. We will be happy to help you.

Application form

If you would like to register for the program, please send the completed registration form and the required documents to the administration of the UAS Grisons.

Start of studies

Fall semester: September
Spring semester: February

Application deadline

Fall semester: May 31
Spring semester: November 30

Places are allocated according to the date of receipt of the application documents. Applications will also be considered after the application deadline if places are available.

Consulting

Do you have content-related or administrative questions? Would you like study advice? We will be happy to help you.

University of Applied Sciences of the Grisons
Pulvermühlestrasse 57
7000 Chur
Switzerland

Phone +41 81 286 24 86
E-mail mse@clutterfhgr.ch