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The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) is one of the four departments of the newly established School of Engineering at the University of Cyprus. The Department provides high quality degree programs at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. These programs emphasize fundamental principles that prepare young engineers concerned with the challenges of continuing to meet society’s needs in a rapidly changing environment. They undertake investigation, research, planning and design in an academic environment that is based on cooperation between faculty, students, industry, research and professional organizations. The students study in a dynamic environment and have the opportunity to work with and learn from research teams at the forefront of knowledge.

The CEE Department offers the following degrees:

  • B.Sc. in Civil and Environmental Engineering
  • M.Sc. in Civil Engineering
  • M.Sc. in Environmental Engineering
  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering
  • Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering

Civil and Environmental engineering plays a significant role in building modern society in a sustainable future. It deals with the design, construction, management and maintenance of the infrastructure on which society relies. In addition to the buildings in which we live and work, society depends on civil and environmental engineers for providing clean water, energy, transport, waste management and to protect the natural environment.

The programs offered by the CEE Department emphasize fundamental principles that prepare young engineers concerned with the challenges of continuing to meet society´s needs in a rapidly changing environment. They undertake investigation, research, planning and design in an academic environment that is based on cooperation between faculty, students, industry, research and professional organizations. The faculty in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is part of the School of Engineering and contributes fully to the worldwide reputation of the School for high quality teaching and research. It is built with world-class experienced academicians, researchers and practitioners.

There are professional opportunities for Civil and Environmental engineers in both private practice and public services. Graduates may pursue careers in design, construction, maintenance, management or research and development. For example, in urban or developing population areas and industrial centers, Civil and Environmental Engineers serve the public as planners, designers, and supervisors of transportation systems, water resources projects, pollution control facilities, private and public utility enterprises and other civil works.

   
  last updated August 20 , 2007