Civil Engineering

Program overview

The EMU Department of Civil Engineering is one of the university's oldest departments, founded in 1979 and among the best in the region. The Civil Engineering program is a 4-year full-time undergraduate program (B.Sc.), offered in English and Turkish with fully parallel content.

The program provides comprehensive education in the design, construction and maintenance of infrastructure. Students gain a solid foundation in engineering principles, mathematics and materials science, preparing them for professional work in engineering and technology.

The department also offers master's programs (M.S. in Civil Engineering and in Construction Technology and Management) and a doctoral program (Ph.D.) — education at EMU can be continued up to the highest degree.

About the department

The EMU Department of Civil Engineering was founded in 1979 and is one of the oldest and most respected departments of the university. It ranks among the best departments in the region in education quality and academic reputation.

The undergraduate program aims to produce qualified engineers with knowledge of engineering management, construction engineering, hydraulics and transportation technology. The department offers a full academic path: B.Sc., M.S. (Civil Engineering and Construction Technology and Management) and Ph.D.

Program structure

The program lasts 4 years and consists of 8 semesters. The curriculum is built on a gradual deepening principle:

• First two years — a solid foundation: physics, chemistry, mathematics and English, plus courses in engineering drawing and introduction to civil engineering
• Second year — fundamentals of civil engineering
• Third and fourth years — core disciplines with technical electives in your area of interest
• Second half of the program — courses in engineering economy, construction technology and management, structural design
• Senior year — a design project integrating knowledge from several disciplines

The M.S. program includes coursework of at least 21 credit hours and a master's thesis; the Ph.D. program requires a minimum of 21 credit hours, a qualifying exam and a doctoral dissertation.

What you will study

The curriculum covers all key civil engineering disciplines:

• Structural mechanics and design — analysis and design of load-bearing structures
• Soil mechanics and foundation engineering — geotechnics and foundations
• Fluid mechanics and hydraulics — water resources and hydraulic structures
• Transportation systems and highway engineering
• Fundamentals of environmental engineering
• Construction materials and methods
• Engineering mathematics and statistics

The program emphasizes problem solving, critical thinking and the use of modern engineering software. Students carry out laboratory experiments, design work and a final design course integrating knowledge from several disciplines.

Accreditation

The English-taught Civil Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) — one of the most authoritative engineering education accreditation bodies in the world.

ABET accreditation confirms that the program meets strict international quality standards and that its graduates are recognized by employers and universities worldwide.

Laboratories and facilities

The department has modern, well-equipped laboratories that play a key role in students' professional and practical development:

• Hydraulics laboratory and geology laboratory
• Transportation laboratory and construction materials laboratory
• Structural mechanics laboratory and soil mechanics laboratory
• Construction technology and management laboratory
• Computer laboratory with modern engineering software

Students are encouraged to work on projects as much as possible. The goal of the courses and senior-year projects is to give students the knowledge and skills they will need in their future professional careers.

Career prospects

Thanks to English-language instruction, graduates get opportunities to work and continue their education around the world. Civil engineering gives students the skills, knowledge and experience to work in different fields.

• Structural engineer — design of buildings and structures
• Geotechnical engineer — foundations and earthworks
• Transportation planner — roads and transport systems
• Construction manager — managing construction projects
• Project engineer — in construction and infrastructure companies
• Environmental consulting and water resources

EMU undergraduate and graduate alumni continue their studies at prestigious universities in different countries and work for well-known companies and organizations. The degree opens the path to postgraduate study and professional certification (PE licenses and similar).

Admission

Admission to the Civil Engineering program requires a high school diploma or equivalent with good grades in mathematics and science.

Main documents for application:

• International passport valid for at least 6 months from the application date
• High school diploma and transcript
• Passport-size photos
• English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL and similar) or readiness to take the preparatory course

If documents are not issued in English, an official translation is required along with the originals. Our EMU Partner team will support you through the entire admission process — from consultation to receiving your acceptance letter.