This course provides training in the design, analysis and assessment of concrete structures including bridges and buildings. This Master's degree is designed to cover a broad spectrum of structural engineering issues and their impact on reinforced and prestressed concrete structures. Lectures are given mainly by full-time staff but important contributions are made by visiting professors and guest lecturers who are eminent industrialists. All our MSc courses are career-orientated and cover both theoretical background and practical design considerations. Many of our students continue their studies to undertake research towards a PhD. Assessment methods are: A research dissertation or detailed design project; Group conceptual design project; Group projects and presentations; Individual and group coursework assignments; Written examinations; etc.