MSE in Civil Engineering (Geoenvironmental Option)

Benefit from hands-on learning, state-of-the-art research, flexible course offerings and multiple program options that align with your career goals through our Master's in Civil Engineering. Elevate your career with a degree that aligns with industry demands with our Master's in Civil Engineering. Whether you're passionate about sustainable infrastructure, transportation systems, structural engineering or environmental protection, this program will provide the skills and knowledge to lead in this growing and dynamic field.At UMass Lowell, you'll benefit from an interdisciplinary curriculum that emphasizes practical, real-world problem-solving and prepares you for leadership roles in civil engineering. Choose from specialized options in environmental, geoenvironmental, geotechnical, structural, and transportation.The program offers flexibility, allowing you to complete coursework in the evening, on-campus, online, part-time and full-time. Students interested in completing their degree entirely remotely may do so through the online structural and online geotechnical options, which are offered in the online HyFlex format.Gain fundamental training in soil mechanics, groundwater hydrology, environmental chemistry and soil engineering with the M.S. in Civil Engineering (Geoenvironmental Option). The solution of environmental problems related to soil andor groundwater often requires knowledge of both Geotechnical and Environmental Engineering. The Geoenvironmental Option offers coursework in each area as well as courses that combine disciplines generally required in the solution of complex site problems, such as, landfill design, remediation of hazardous waste sites, dewatering and soil improvement.