International Master’s Programme in Advanced Computational and Civil Engineering Structural Studies (ACCESS)

The International Master’s Programme in Advanced Computational and Civil Engineering Structural Studies (ACCESS) at Dresden University of Technology offers a specialised four-semester curriculum focused on computational mechanics, structural analysis, and advanced civil engineering design. This programme equips students with the skills to develop numerical simulations and modelling techniques essential for modern engineering challenges. Through a modular structure combining mandatory and elective modules, students engage in lectures, projects, and mentored research, culminating in a master’s thesis. The programme integrates international guest lecturers and collaborative projects, fostering a global perspective on engineering innovation. It is ideal for engineering graduates seeking to specialise in computational tools and structural analysis for real-world applications.

• Participate in lectures, seminars, and project-based learning on computational mechanics, structural analysis, and advanced civil engineering design.
• Complete mandatory modules covering building materials, continuum mechanics, tensor calculus, numerical methods, and energy methods.
• Select and complete five elective modules from a range of advanced topics such as reinforced concrete design, lightweight structures, and computational dynamics.
• Engage in an application-based science project and its presentation during the third semester.
• Conduct independent research and write a master’s thesis in the fourth semester, including a colloquium presentation.
• Collaborate with international guest lecturers and partners on projects with global relevance.
• Develop skills in self-study and mentoring through guided study programmes for methodological and skill enhancement.