Master of Science in Structural Engineering

The Structural Engineer with a knowledge and understanding of material behaviour and structural actions, is able to design with economy and elegance, structures that fulfil their intended purpose, while safely resisting the forces to which they may be subjected.

However, with rapid advances in materials technology and availability of advanced computational techniques, the successful structural engineer must continuously update his/her knowledge and keep abreast with recent developments in structural engineering.

The Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Moratuwa aims to fulfil the need for Continuing Professional Development by conducting a Postgraduate Degree in Structural Engineering on a part time basis for practising engineers.

This course is conducted by the Division of Building and Structural Engineering of the Department. This division comprises experts in many aspects of modern structural engineering design. They have established a close relationship with industry through consultancy and contract research in such areas as concrete technology, fibre composites, structural dynamics, computational structural engineering and forensic engineering. Research in design methodology, tall buildings, shell and space structures and finite element analysis are also being carried out. It is intended to introduce Eurocodes within this programme.

Duration of course
  • MSc in Struct Eng (SLQF-L10)  : 24 months (Part time)
  • MStructDes (SLQF-L9)              : 12 months (Part time)
  • PGDip in StructDes  (SLQF-L8) : 12 months (Part time)
  • All lectures, assignments, seminars and viva visits will normally be conducted on Fridays and Saturdays from 8.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. on hybrid mode.
 
Eligibility

The Department of Civil Engineering will make the selection of students for the postgraduate programme in accordance with the following extended eligibility requirements approved by the Senate.

1.1.  The Honours Degree of Bachelor of Science of Engineering of the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka in the field of Civil Engineering, as judged by the Faculty of Engineering and approved by the Senate of University of Moratuwa;   

OR

1.2. Any other Bachelors Honours degree from a recognized University in the field of Civil Engineering equivalent to the Honours Degree of Bachelor of Science of Engineering of the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka in the field of Civil Engineering (as specified in 1.1), as judged by the Faculty of Engineering and approved by the Senate of University of Moratuwa;  

OR 

1.3.  Any other Bachelors Honours degree from a recognized University in a relevant field, as judged by the Faculty of Engineering and approved by the Senate of University of Moratuwa;

AND
             

If English is not the medium of instruction in the first degree of the candidate, valid TOEFL (a minimum of 525 points in paper-based, 196 in computer-based, or 69 in internet-based test) or IELTS (a minimum of 5.5 in Academic Version) scores or equivalent.

OR

1.4.  At least the Associate Membership of a recognized professional engineering institute in a relevant field with a minimum of one (01) year period of appropriate experience as judged by the Faculty and approved by the Senate.

AND

         If English is not the medium of instruction in the first degree of the candidate, valid TOEFL (a minimum of 525 points in paper-based, 196 in computer-based, or 69 in internet-based test) or IELTS (a minimum of 5.5 in Academic Version) scores or equivalent

 
Course Fees
           

                                                                                             Sri Lankan Students (LKR)           Foreign Students (USD)

Tuition fee   :  MSc in Struct Eng (SLQF-L10)                              450,000                                             2,000

                               MStructDes (SLQF-L9)                                           400,000                                            1,800

                         PGDip in StructDes  (SLQF-L8)                             350,000                                             1,600

Registration fee:                                                                             LKR    2,000                                

Refundable deposit (library facilities) :                                      LKR    5,000          

Exam fees:                                                                                       LKR       500                                               

                                                            (All fees should be paid during registration)

 
Application

Application form can be downloaded from the link below.

Application Form

Further information and application forms may be obtained by contacting Mrs. Amila Perera, Course Assistant at: Tel: 011-2650301 (Ext. 2025) or sending an e-mail to structuralpg.uom@gmail.com

Please e-mail the completed application form and the relevant supportive documents to structuralpg.uom@gmail.com and submit the hardcopy via register post to;

Dr. T. G. P. L. Weerasinghe

The Course Coordinator

M.Sc. Degree in Structural Engineering – 2024/2025

Department of Civil Engineering

University of Moratuwa

Moratuwa, Sri Lanka

Closing date for applications is 31st May 2024. Only shortlisted applicants will be called for an interview.