Undergraduate Program
The Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering at Delaware offers three degree programs following ABET accreditation standards:
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Construction Engineering and Management
Students can choose a focus from multiple concentrations and take advantage of a wealth of opportunities, including study abroad, undergraduate research, the honors program, internships and co-op experiences, and a 4+1 program that allows students to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree at the same time.
Graduate Programs
The department offers the following graduate degree and certificate programs:
- Master’s degrees: Master of Civil Engineering (MCE); Master of Applied Science (MAS); Master of Science in Ocean Engineering (M.S.)
- Dual Degree: Master of Civil Engineering/Master of Business Administration (MCE/MBA)
- Ph.D. Degrees: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering; Ph.D. in Ocean Engineering
- Certificate: Graduate Certificate in Railroad Engineering
Students pursuing graduate degrees in Civil Engineering can choose from the following concentration areas: Coastal Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Transportation Engineering & Civil Infrastructure Systems, and Water Resources Engineering.
Research Areas
Research in civil and environmental engineering is often an interdisciplinary endeavor. Our faculty specialize in six main areas (listed below) but frequently cross group and departmental boundaries to collaborate with experts in other areas, ranging from materials science to biochemistry to oceanography.
Scholarship Opportunity for incoming
PhD Students in Civil or Environmental Engineering
Incoming PhD students may be eligible to apply for the Civil and Environmental Engineering Distinguished Scholars Award. Click on Scholarship Details to see if you qualify!
Recent News
Fall 2024 News from Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering
As we approach the holidays and winter break, we are thrilled to share highlights of the groundbreaking work happening in our department this semester. With three ABET-accredited programs now under our umbrella, a unanimous vote from faculty and approval from UD's...
UD, Army Corps R&D Center sign strategic partnership
Five-year pact opens new opportunities for education, research, jobs. The agreement is designed to enhance education in science, mathematics and engineering, with a particular focus on coastal engineering.
Innovation for Instruction
UD PCS Instructional Design Certificate supports instructional excellence in higher education.
Student Success
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Civil Engineering graduates are employed or pursuing further education.
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Environmental Engineering graduates are employed or pursuing further education.
UD-CCEE Ranked 17th in Nation
The National Research Council (NRC) study of doctoral programs in the United States ranked UD’s doctoral programs in civil and environmental engineering 17th nationwide in research activity.