Mission Statement
The Department of Civil Engineering, within the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, offers an accelerated BE/MS program, an advanced graduate certificate, as well as graduate programs leading to MS and PhD degrees. The mission of these programs is to train the next generation of civil engineers to make significant discoveries, develop innovative technologies, and apply novel approaches to ensure the safety, resilience, and sustainability of our infrastructure systems.
Our Civil Engineering graduate programs provide a broad and rigorous curriculum, offering students the opportunity to pursue advanced studies in key areas of the field, including coastal and hydraulic engineering, environmental engineering, geosystems engineering, structural engineering and mechanics, and smart infrastructure systems engineering. Emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches, the programs address society’s most pressing problems, particularly in restoring and improving urban infrastructure. Faculty members in the Department are engaged in cutting-edge research and work collaboratively with graduate students on both applied and fundamental studies.
We are committed to offer the highest quality of graduate education and outstanding research opportunities. We invite you to explore our graduate programs to identify one that is of your best interest. We warmly welcome self-motivated and passionate students from all over the world to join our vibrant academic community, contributing to groundbreaking research and the advancement of civil engineering. Together, we can build a safer, more sustainable future.
For more details, please explore our website or contact us directly. We look forward to supporting your journey toward a fulfilling career in civil engineering.
