MSc in Civil Engineering - Mechanics, Uncertainty and Simulation in Engineering in Austin United States | University of Texas at Austin

The Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering's graduate program has a global reputation for shaping students into leaders across engineering practice, research, and academia. We encourage ambitious, high-achieving students to apply for our M.S.E. and Ph.D. programs.
Today's intricate challenges at the intersection of urban development, water resources, and energy systems require engineers with both specialized expertise and broad perspectives. CAEE equips students with the knowledge foundation and collaborative skills necessary to pioneer tomorrow's sustainable technologies and systems. Our approach combines rigorous fundamental research with practical applications through innovative teaching methods.
Graduate students can engage with numerous research centers, joining a vibrant academic community while pursuing their specialized interests. Featuring cutting-edge facilities, our program prepares engineers to lead in diverse professional settings including industry, academia, and public service.
While an engineering undergraduate degree is preferred, outstanding applicants from other disciplines may be admitted with the requirement to complete preparatory coursework. These foundational courses vary based on each student's academic background.
We offer Master of Science in Engineering degrees in both Civil Engineering and Environmental/Water Resources Engineering, while our Ph.D. program focuses exclusively on Civil Engineering. Prospective Architectural Engineering students should apply through the Civil Engineering program.
Our mechanics, uncertainty, and simulation specialization tackles complex, often interdisciplinary problems through combined approaches in applied mechanics, computational modeling, stochastic analysis, and experimental methods. Alumni pursue careers with engineering consultancies, specialized service providers, energy companies, and universities globally, addressing critical infrastructure challenges through both theoretical understanding and practical solutions.