Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering)

Our Master of Engineering (M.E.) in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Geotechnical Engineering is a postgraduate program that focuses on the behavior of soil, rock, and underground materials in construction and environmental projects. This degree equips students with the skills to design foundations, assess site stability, and mitigate risks related to natural hazards such as landslides and earthquakes. The curriculum typically includes subjects like soil mechanics, foundation design, slope stability analysis, geotechnical earthquake engineering, and geoenvironmental engineering.

Career Path

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Geotechnical Engineer, Slope Stability Analyst, Foundation Design Engineer, Soil Mechanics Specialist, Underground Construction Engineer, Tunneling Engineer, Geotechnical Earthquake Engineer, Environmental Geotechnical Consultant, Academic Lecturer or Researcher in Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineer (Geotechnical Focus).

Eligibility

Admission Requirement

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Chandigarh University;



1. Bachelor Certificate

2. Bachelor Transcript

3. Passport

4. CV

5. WASSCE/A level Certificate

English Language Requirement

Chandigarh University,  will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit 

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Intakes


September, 2025

From January, 2025 to September, 2025

Open

January, 2026

From May, 2025 to November, 2025

Open

September, 2026

From November, 2025 to September, 2026

Not Open

January, 2027

From May, 2026 to November, 2026

Not Open

September, 2027

From November, 2026 to September, 2027

Not Open