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If you're aiming for a career in industry, government, or academia, Northeastern University's Master of Science in Civil Engineering equips you for success by connecting you with top faculty and cutting-edge research opportunities. Civil engineers lead the charge in shaping our evolving world—they design tomorrow's cities, pioneer environmental solutions, and combat climate change. At Northeastern, you can pursue a master's in civil engineering with specializations in construction management, environmental/water/coastal systems, geotechnical/geoenvironmental engineering, structures, transportation, or data and systems. The program offers flexible full-time or part-time completion options. The structural engineering concentration emphasizes urban engineering and applied research, tackling today's most pressing technical challenges. Students learn from globally recognized faculty experts in natural hazard analysis, infrastructure modeling, sensor technology, sustainable system design, offshore wind engineering, advanced materials science, and structural safety. This research-driven program is backed by the advanced STReSS Laboratory, which facilitates large-scale structural testing for resilient and sustainable infrastructure development.