Civil Engineering Graduate Program

Civil Engineering Graduate Program - CEGP

Objective

The primary objective of the Master´s Program in Civil Engineering is to complement the formation of professionals (engineers, architects, urbanists, among others), capacitating them with theoretical and practical knowledge that effectively contribute for the sustainable development of Brazilian cities, especially regarding aspects connected to the constructed environment, urban planning, and infrastructure maintenance and managing.

Mission statement

the CEGP’s mission is to train researchers who contribute to scientific and technological development in the field of Urban Engineering and Civil Construction in favor of society and sustainable development. 

Vision statement

Be a reference Graduate Program in the field of research in Urban Engineering and Civil Construction in Brazil and with international visibility. 

Minimum formation and other requirements for ingress

The selection process is aimed at those students graduated in engineering or architecture and urbanism (courses recognized by the Ministry of Education of Brazil). Students graduated in other areas may be considered, as long as they are approved by the CEGP commission.

Places

The number of places offered by the DEGP will vary according to the availability of the Program's professors and will be defined by the DEGP’s council.

Master’s program structure

Students enrolled in the master’s program will be expected to complete at least 24 credits before starting the dissertation project. In addition, the student must present proof of proficiency in English. At the end of the course, after having their dissertation presented orally and approved by a defense committee, the student receives the title of Master in Civil Engineering. This title is conferred by the Santa Catarina State University - UDESC, with the rights and attributions that are applicable to it.