Advanced Computational Methods in Civil Engineering

RWTH Aachen University · Aachen, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Campus
Aachen
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Register by 1 September 2026 + 3 more
Starts
Winter and summer semester

RWTH Aachen University does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €0 a year for international students.

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
One of the prerequisites for studying this Master's degree programme is a first university degree, which proves the necessary background education. Applicants must have a profound knowledge in following areas: Mathematical-physical basics (38 CP): mathematics: 16 CP statistics: 3 CP mechanics: 16 CP hydromechanics: 3 CP Civil engineering basics (80 CP), whereof at least 20 CP each must be demonstrated from two of the areas listed below: constructive engineering water management construction operations and geotechnics transportation The examination board may admit a student to a Master's course of study on the condition that they obtain additional qualifications. Proof of completion of such additional requirements must be provided before registering for the Master's thesis. Admission to the Master's programme civil engineering is not possible if your additional requirements exceed the CP listed below: mathematical-physical basics: 9 CP civil engineering basics: 26 CP the total scope of all additional requirements: 30 CP In addition to the subject-related prerequisites, applicants must show proof of a profound level of the English language (see below). In addition, proof of the Gradu
English language requirement
B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 90 UNIcert® English: UNIcert® II PTE Academic: 60 Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First IELTS Academic: 6
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
The following is valid for applicants from: non-EU countries For the summer semester: until 1 September The following is valid for applicants from: non-EU countries For the winter semester: until 1 March The following is valid for applicants from: EU countries Iceland Norway Liechtenstein For the summer semester: until 15 January The following is valid for applicants from: EU countries Iceland Norway Liechtenstein For the winter semester: until 15 July
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About this programme

Over the last few decades, computational methods in civil engineering have grown to become an essential tool for engineers. Nowadays, nearly every engineering problem can be solved solely with this tool. As a reaction to the ever-growing importance of computational methods for the modern civil engineer, the Faculty of Civil Engineering at RWTH Aachen University has developed the new specialisation Advanced Computational Methods in Civil Engineering (AdCom) for the Civil Engineering Master's degree programme. Taught completely in English, this specialisation lends itself not only to the tendencies of present-day engineering but also to the future of civil engineering. AdCom graduates are able to apply and develop numerical methods and simulations for the realisation of innovative civil engineering structures. The curriculum is interdisciplinary with courses from the faculties of Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics. This allows students to obtain a deeper understanding of the key skills in structural mechanics, fluid mechanics, and numerical mathematics. Students will learn to master challenges such as those which arise from the use of new resource-conserving materials and advanced composite materials as well as those that arise from the trend towards extremely light load-bearing structures. The development of state-of-the-art lightweight structures, which are subject to dynamic loads such as wind and traffic, will be just one of many expertises that our s

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