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Civil engineers are involved in the planning, design, and construction of buildings, bridges, roads, and the evaluation of their operational performance. The Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering (CCEE) graduate program offers a distinguished program of study and cutting-edge research covering various facets of civil engineering theory and practice.

""Our programs include master's and doctoral programs in Civil Engineering and three online master's programs, a fast track master's degree available to undergraduate students, and certificate programs and continuing education. Program areas include:

  • structural engineering,
  • environmental engineering,
  • transportation engineering, and
  • construction engineering management.

A Focus on Research and Careers

Our knowledgeable and experienced group of faculty members work closely with students to help them develop the tools required to succeed professionally in globally competitive work environments. They engage in cutting-edge research covering various facets of Civil Engineering theory and practice.

UAB’s location makes it an ideal environment for civil engineering training and research, providing multiple opportunities to engage with industry experts in construction, transportation, sustainability, structural engineering, and environmental engineering. Graduate students in civil engineering may also take advantage of opportunities for research convergence with researchers from other fields, such as medicine, public health, and other engineering disciplines.

Questions?

Read more in our Graduate Handbook. For additional information on the graduate program, contact Nasim Uddin, Professor of Structural Engineering and director of the graduate program, at (205) 934-8434 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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M.S. in Civil Engineering

M.S. in Civil Engineering

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering

Online Master's Programs

Online Master's Programs