Master in Civil and Environmental Engineering

The Civil and Environmental Engineering program at Gyeongkuk National University, located in Andong, South Korea, is a master's degree taught in English that covers the design and management of infrastructure alongside the systems that protect natural resources. Coursework in this field typically includes structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, water resources management, and environmental systems such as water treatment and pollution control. Students study how roads, bridges, buildings, and water systems are planned and built to withstand loads and environmental conditions, while also examining how construction and development affect surrounding ecosystems. Laboratory and field work often involves testing materials, analyzing soil and water samples, or modeling how structures and environmental systems behave under different conditions, giving students practical grounding in both engineering and environmental analysis. Because infrastructure and environmental protection are closely linked, graduates trained in this area are often prepared for roles with construction firms, government agencies, and environmental consultancies. Career paths include working as a structural or geotechnical engineer on building and infrastructure projects, an environmental engineer designing water treatment or pollution control systems, or a project engineer overseeing construction from planning through completion. Others move into regulatory roles that review infrastructure and environmental projects for compliance, or into research positions studying sustainable construction methods and resource management. The field also provides a foundation for further specialization in areas such as disaster-resistant design or water resource planning. The program runs for two years, with intakes offered in March and September. Located in Andong, the department delivers this course of study entirely in English at Gyeongkuk National University in South Korea.