Civil Engineering Graduate Programs
Why Pursue a Graduate Degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction at UNLV?
Our department offers graduate degrees designed to prepare students for leadership roles in engineering practice, development, and research in an environment that fosters interdisciplinary research. Our degrees help student advance their knowledge in specific option areas, including:
- Construction Management
- Environmental Engineering
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Materials
- Transportation
- Water Resources
Degrees Offered
Career Opportunities
Graduates from the program are employed by a wide range of companies and agencies within and outside of Las Vegas including utilities, design firms, municipal engineering departments, construction and utility companies. Some of our M.S. students have pursued further study, enrolling in some of the top Ph.D. programs or continuing at UNLV.
Faculty and Facilities
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction employs over 20 faculty members, many of whom have active research programs funded externally through various sources, including:
- National Science Foundation
- Nevada Department of Transportation
- U.S. Department of Defense
- U.S. Department of Energy
- U.S. Department of Transportation
Research labs hosted by the department include:
- Environmental
- Structural
- Geotechnical
- Transportation
Some of our research facilities are housed in the Science and Engineering Building (SEB) which creates a unique environment for interdisciplinary work on the UNLV campus.
Scholarships Available
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction offers multiple teaching and research assistantships.
Program Admission
General guidelines for admission to the Graduate College.
Additional requirements for the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction.