Master of Science in Computational Mechanics

Civil Engineering at Swansea is unique in the United Kingdom in that it has combined the maximum research rating possible (5* in 2001) with the award of Excellence in Teaching through the Teaching Quality Assessment Exercise.

Thus you can be assured of getting the best resources and teaching staff in the country. Our research and development centre, specialising in computer methods for the solution of engineering problems, is acknowledged to be one of the finest in the world. This is why we have been part of the design teams for the NASA space shuttle and the record breaking THRUST Supersonic Car, amongst many other major projects. This gives YOU, the student, an immediate advantage when it comes to future employment or study. You reap the benefits of being a part of that same cutting-edge team.

We have a well-earned, international reputation for innovation of new techniques in Civil Engineering analysis and design. Thus, we attract eminent engineers from all over the world, whose input enhances our already global position.

We have approximately 80 students registered on our postgraduate research and taught courses and have an outstanding worldwide reputation for research in computational modelling applied to many areas of engineering and its academic staff members are internationally leading experts in this field. The School boasts state-of-the-art computer infrastructure and laboratories.

Civil Engineering at Swansea provides the ideal environment for research and taught masters programmes in the area of computational engineering.

Swansea and surroundings

Cosmopolitan, convenient, contemporary- Swansea is a modern city with a maritime feel. Living here brings you all the benefits of living in a city, and the benefits of living by the sea.

From the Maritime Quarter with its beautiful marina scenery, exhibitions, places to eat and the beach beyond; to the town centre with its shops, multi-screen cinema featuring the latest film releases, bowling centre, museum, the Glynn Vivian Art Gallery and the Grand Theatre which presents live performances all year round and is one of Britain's finest regional theatres; there is always plenty to do.

At night, the city comes to life with its wide choice of clubs, bars and restaurants, many situated in the vibrant Wind Street, and the nearby village of Mumbles with its famous pub mile!

The University Campus is set between acres of green parkland and miles of sea and sand. It is a truly stunning location, just a couple of miles from the city centre and within easy reach of the beautiful Gower countryside and beaches. Founded in 1920, Swansea's thriving academic community is made up of over 10,500 students, of which over 2,000 are postgraduates, studying a wide variety of subjects.

For Sports Enthusiasts our modern sports centre includes a fully equipped gym, multi-purpose sports hall, squash courts and a climbing wall. Next to this you will find our state-of-the-art 50m Wales National Pool, Swansea. Outdoor facilities include rugby, football, lacrosse, cricket pitches and tennis courts. In addition, surfing and canoeing conditions on the Gower beaches are excellent.

For Arts enthusiasts the Taliesin Arts centre, based in the heart of campus, offers a lively programme of drama, dance concerts and an eclectic mix of films, including award winning foreign language titles not usually shown in mainstream cinema. What makes the city of Swansea so easy is its manageable size. Nothing is too far away from the centre. Regular buses run to and from the city centre and good coach, rail and motorway connections provide excellent links to many other cities in the UK.

LIVING IN WALES

Living costs in Swansea are competitive to the rest of Britain. For information on the types of costs you may need to budget for see
http://www2.swan.ac.uk/docs/2005_Internationalhandbook/Financial%20Matters.pdf

Transport
Swansea is ideally located for travel. A train from Swansea to London takes only 3 hours and you can take a ferry to Cork.

For further details on Swansea please go to the following websites
www.swansea.gov.uk, or www.visitswanseabay.com.