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    An in-depth guide to studying construction engineering as an international student.

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    Construction engineering degrees abroad

    Construction engineering refers to the planning, designing, and management of building projects. It’s a multidisciplinary field that borrows concepts from other specialties, including structural and civil engineering, project management, site analysis, and materials science.

    After developing a robust understanding of the scientific and mathematical principles behind safe construction, you’ll sharpen your skills in computer-aided design and cost analysis. You’ll also hone the leadership and professional abilities needed to guide teams on major infrastructure projects, like roads, tunnels, bridges, and dams.

    By earning your degree overseas, you’ll see how different landscapes, climates, and cultures influence construction engineering projects. The international portfolio and connections you build will give you a headstart in the graduate job market.

    Construction engineering program structure

    Bachelor’s degrees in construction engineering are studied over three or four years. The precise length of your program will depend on where you study and whether you complete an industry placement. Sandwich years are a superb chance to sample future careers and gain hands-on experience.

    Deciding to study in the US means you’ll likely major in construction engineering. Most US universities follow the four-year liberal arts model of education. This means you’ll take two years of general education classes before concentrating on major-specific courses.

    Lots of students progress onto postgraduate programs after finishing their bachelor’s degree. Master’s programs can be studied over one or two years, while doctoral degrees will add another four to six years on top.

    Learning methods include a combination of theoretical lectures, seminars, and tutorials, as well as practical workshops and computer laboratories. You’ll be assessed through a mixture of exams, written assignments, presentations, and research projects.

    Here are some of the core units you’ll probably study as part of your construction engineering course:

    • Principles of construction planning and design
    • Construction materials and methods
    • Construction project management
    • Computer-aided design (CAD)
    • Mathematical skills for construction engineers
    • Construction estimating and cost analysis
    • Construction engineering research methods
    • Construction technologies and equipment
    Construction engineering program structure

    Bachelor’s degrees in construction engineering are studied over three or four years. The precise length of your program will depend on where you study and whether you complete an industry placement. Sandwich years are a superb chance to sample future careers and gain hands-on experience.

    Deciding to study in the US means you’ll likely major in construction engineering. Most US universities follow the four-year liberal arts model of education. This means you’ll take two years of general education classes before concentrating on major-specific courses.

    Lots of students progress onto postgraduate programs after finishing their bachelor’s degree. Master’s programs can be studied over one or two years, while doctoral degrees will add another four to six years on top.

    Learning methods include a combination of theoretical lectures, seminars, and tutorials, as well as practical workshops and computer laboratories. You’ll be assessed through a mixture of exams, written assignments, presentations, and research projects.

    Here are some of the core units you’ll probably study as part of your construction engineering course:

    • Principles of construction planning and design
    • Construction materials and methods
    • Construction project management
    • Computer-aided design (CAD)
    • Mathematical skills for construction engineers
    • Construction estimating and cost analysis
    • Construction engineering research methods
    • Construction technologies and equipment

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    Construction engineering study abroad programs

    Construction engineering undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in construction engineering

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      Building and Construction Engineering - BSc (Hons) Buckinghamshire New University, UK

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      17,292 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 12,500 GBP

      Start date
      September
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      Building Energetics - BEng Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Lithuania

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      4,194 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 3,500 EUR

      Start date
      September
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      Building Science - BSc Auburn University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      32,220 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 32,220 USD

      Start date
      May, August
      Show program overview about Building Science
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      Building Surveying - BSc (Hons) London South Bank University, UK

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      5 years
      Annual tuition fee
      19,063 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 13,780 GBP

      Start date
      September
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      Building Surveying - BSc (Hons) University of the West of England - UWE Bristol, UK

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      17,984 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 13,000 GBP

      Start date
      September
      Show program overview about Building Surveying
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    Associate in construction engineering

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      Construction Technology - AT Millersville University, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      21,560 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 21,560 USD

      Start date
      January, September
      Show program overview about Construction Technology
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      Construction Technology - ASc San Jose City College, USA
      • Blended learning

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      8,138 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 8,138 USD

      Start date
      January, August
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    Diploma in construction engineering

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      Building and Construction (Building) - UGDip RMIT University, Australia

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      13,921 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 18,000 AUD

      Start date
      July, February
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      Construction Engineering Technology - UGDip Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      12,809 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,020 CAD

      Start date
      September, January
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      Building Renovation Technology - OCADip Fanshawe College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      13,140 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,434 CAD

      Start date
      September
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      Sustainable Energy and Building Technology - AdvDip Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      14,265 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 17,840 CAD

      Start date
      September
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    Certificate in construction engineering

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      Building Codes and Inspections - Cert Laney College, USA

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      7,950 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 7,950 USD

      Start date
      August, June, January
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    Pathway in construction engineering

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      Building Surveying (Foundation) - FD Leeds Beckett University, UK

      Program type
      Undergraduate pathway
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      15,079 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 10,900 GBP

      Start date
      September, January
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    Construction engineering graduate programs

    Master's in construction engineering

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      Building Information Management - MSc University of Portsmouth, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      24,347 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 17,600 GBP

      Start date
      September
      Show program overview about Building Information Management
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      Building Information Modelling in Design Construction and Operations - MSc University of the West of England - UWE Bristol, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      17,984 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 13,000 GBP

      Start date
      September
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      Construction Engineering - MSE Arizona State University, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      25,118 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 25,118 USD

      Start date
      August, January
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      Construction Engineering and Management - ME Stevens Institute of Technology, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      38,876 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 38,876 USD

      Start date
      August, January
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      Engineering and Sustainable Technology Management: Smart Building Technologies - MEng SRH Berlin University of Applied Sciences, Germany

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      9,586 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 8,000 EUR

      Start date
      October, March
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    Diploma in construction engineering

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      Construction Engineering Technology - OCDip Fanshawe College, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate diploma
      Duration
      20 months
      Annual tuition fee
      13,060 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,334 CAD

      Start date
      September
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    Future construction engineering careers

    As a construction engineering graduate, you’ll be perfectly prepared to build a career in the construction industry and beyond.

    Your creativity, communication, and organizational skills will be invaluable to an endless array of employers, but here are some of the most popular graduate destinations:

    • Construction engineer
    • Civil engineer
    • Structural engineer
    • Project manager
    • Site engineer
    • Building surveyor
    • CAD technician
    • Estimator

    Most universities have an employability office that can support you with everything related to professional life after graduation. It’s worth scheduling an appointment if your CV could do with some polishing up, or you’d like some help finding relevant work experience.