Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering - Geotechnical Engineering

Geotechnical engineering is a branch of engineering dealing with the analysis, design, and construction of foundations, slopes, retaining structures, and other systems that are made of or are supported by soil or rock. The research ranges in nature from analytical and numerical analysis of geotechnical problems to constitutive modeling, experimental modeling and design-oriented research. Historically, the Geotechnical Faculty have continuously maintained a balance between theoretical, experimental, and design-oriented research, and this tradition remains true today.

High School Course RequirementsYou should meet or exceed these minimum high school expectations: Math: 4 years English: 4 years Lab science: 3 years Engineering applicants: Chemistry experience is expected. Nursing, pharmacy and veterinary nursing: One year must be chemistry and one year must be biology. Social studies: 3 years World language: 2 years (can be different languages) Overall grades in academic coursework Grades related to intended major Strength of your overall high school curriculum given a particular preference over standard level (SL) coursework. Your entire academic profile will be reviewed holistically. Purdue does not have an overall IB minimum score requirement. You should submit: Transcript from years 9 to 11 (if still in progress) Predicted IB scores if available If you have completed the IB diploma, then you should submit: Transcript from years 9 to 12 IB diploma certificate IB scores, sent to Purdue directly from the IB organization