Overview

The Architectural Engineering program from California Polytechnic State University was developed for those individuals interested in strengthening their understanding of structural behavior, becoming more familiar with the relationship between structures, architecture, and construction, plus becoming familiar with current design and analysis trends in the structural engineering profession.

The program is ideal for continuing engineering students and for individuals who have graduated and wish to re-enter academia after gaining valuable work experience.

Mission

To provide the best preparation for Structural Engineering practice in California.

Educate students about advanced engineering concepts and current trends within the structural engineering profession
Train students to incorporate architectural and construction issues when developing structural design solutions
Improve students’ ability to understand structural behavior
Improve verbal and written writing skills

Vision

To create a uniquely balanced education of practice and theory which better prepares graduates for the building industry.

Offer courses that link analysis, design, and constructability
Offer courses that promote interdisciplinary teamwork
Offer courses that are relevant to structural engineering practice
Offer courses that strengthen analytical abilities and reinforce engineering basics (practical theory)

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Structural Mechanics

Nonlinear Structural Behavior

Finite Element Method for Building Structures

Structural Systems Behavior

Structural Engineering Design Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

45 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Luis Obispo, United States

Disciplines

Civil Engineering & Construction View 361 other Masters in Civil Engineering & Construction in United States

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

You must have completed a four-year college course of study and hold an acceptable baccalaureate.

You must be in good academic standing at the last college or university attended.

You must have attained a grade point average of at least 2.5 in an acceptable earned baccalaureate degree.

You must meet the professional, personal, scholastic, and other standards for graduate study, including qualifying examinations and specific course and/or grade prerequisites, as appropriate campus authorities may prescribe.
In order to complete your application, make sure you have a copy of your transcripts, test scores, household annual income, and social security number (if available). If required for your program, you may also need to upload copies of your unofficial transcript(s), CV/resume, personal statements, names of recommenders, etc

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

23301 USD / year

≈ 23301 USD / year
Out-of-State

23301 USD / year

≈ 23301 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

16197 USD / year

≈ 16197 USD / year

Living costs

San Luis Obispo

United States

1100 - 1800 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

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Duration

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