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Digital Civil Engineering Science (Master)
This unique Master’s programme at the intersection of computer science and civil engineering is offered by TU Wien and the Technical University of Leoben.
In this Master’s programme, you will learn everything you need to know to launch a successful career in academia and the construction industry. This programme offers you the unique opportunity to study at two renowned universities in different parts of Austria: TU Wien and the Technical University of Leoben. The programme offers a mix of online and face-to-face lectures, giving you flexibility in your studies. At the same time, you will benefit from an international community.
| Degree programme code | UE 066 522 - Master's Programme Digital Civil Engineering Science (interuniversity) |
|---|---|
| Partner university | Technical University of Leoben |
| Related Master's Programmes | Master's Programmes in Civil and Environmental Engineering |
| Duration | 4 semesters |
| Credits | 120 ECTS |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Degree | Master of Science (MSc) |
| Module structure | Digital Civil Engineering Science, opens an external URL in a new window |
Selection Procedure
30 study places are allocated per academic year for the Master’s programme in Digital Civil Engineering Science. Places are allocated through a three-stage selection procedure, opens an external URL in a new window conducted by the Technical University of Leoben.
Programme Structure
Full details of the programme’s structure and content can be found in the study plan, opens in new window (PDF) or in the list of courses, opens an external URL in a new window at TU Wien.
The first semester is dedicated to getting around the foundations of Digital Civil Engineering Science. Depending on the subject area of your bachelor’s degree, you will gain a foundation in either Civil Engineering or Computer Science.
- If you have a degree in Computer Science or a related field, you’ll take courses and seminars from the “Civil Engineering Foundations" module: Building Processes and Economics, Building Technology, Geotechnics, Infrastructure, and Mechanics and Structural Analysis.
- If you have a degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, you’ll take courses and seminars from the “Computer Science Foundations” module: Information Systems, Programming and Algorithms, Security and Privacy, and Visual Computing.
In the second semester, you’ll engage with core concepts, methods, and techniques of Digital Civil Engineering in the module Digital Civil Engineering Core.
During the third semester, you’ll be able to deepen your knowledge of Digital Civil Engineering. For the module “Digital Civil Engineering Advanced” you can choose from a wide range of courses that focus on Digital Engineering or IT in Engineering. Starting third semester, a well-balanced set of electives and soft skills enables you to further your education inside and outside of computer science and civil engineering.
The focus in the fourth semester lies on developing and writing up your master’s thesis, as well as completing elective courses.
Further Information
Admission to the Master’s programme in Digital Civil Engineering Science is possible after completing an eligible Bachelor’s oder Diploma degree at an accredited national or international post-secondary educational institution.
For example, the following Bachelor’s degree programmes are considered eligible:
- Civil Engineering (TU Wien)
- Informatics (TU Wien)
- Industrial Data Science (Technical University of Leoben)
- Mineral Resources Engineering (Technical University of Leoben)
→ Admission is granted by the Technical University of Leoben. You may submit your application for admission to the degree programme once per academic year, within the application deadline. The admission letter is valid only for the winter semester for which you have applied.
→ The selection process for this master’s program has three phases, opens an external URL in a new window: In the first phase, you’ll have to register online, pay a one-time registration fee of €70, and submit documents of your professional qualification (academic records, a certificate demonstrating your language skills, etc.). After reviewing your documents and confirming your general eligibility for the program, you will be invited to an online test. The second phase of the admission process consists of successfully completing this online test. In the third and last phase, you will be invited to an interview.
As a graduate in Digital Civil Engineering Science, you’ll be ready for a successful career in both academia and the private sector. Drawing on in-depth knowledge in both civil engineering and computer science, you’ll be in-demand for civil engineering projects, whether small or large. Design programs that make civil engineering less resource-intensive or build on simulations that enhance and improve building processes. This master’s program is a joint program of TU Wien and Technical University of Leoben, both hubs for cutting-edge expertise in their respective fields. As a student, you’ll benefit from their history of academic excellence as well as their longstanding relationships with industry leaders. Develop, research, program, communicate, advise companies, manage building projects, or set up your own company. With a master’s degree in Digital Civil Engineering Science, you have a bright career ahead of you - not only in terms of salaries, but also in shaping a more sustainable future.
At TU Wien, you can undertake one of the following doctoral programmes after completing your Master’s degree:
- 796 700 – Doctoral Programme in Engineering
- 796 600 – Doctoral Programme in Natural Sciences
- 796 300 – Doctoral Programme in Social and Economic Sciences