Programme overview

The aim of the Structural Engineering Master’s programme is to prepare creatively minded engineers with advanced knowledge and competencies in structural design.

Graduates will be able to collect, analyse, and present scientific and technical information; design and assess complex structures; plan and conduct scientific research; and apply modern computational and experimental methods in engineering practice.

Students can specialise in one of the following areas:

• Modern Lightweight Structures
• Building Structures
• Structural Engineering
• Bridges and Viaducts

Specialisations:

• Modern Lightweight Structures

Traditional construction has long relied on heavy materials and resource-intensive processes. However, growing global awareness of sustainability, pollution reduction, and energy efficiency has transformed the industry.

Modern lightweight structures, made from efficient materials, are increasingly replacing heavier traditional systems. These structures are faster to manufacture, easier to transport and assemble, and more environmentally friendly.

Graduates of this specialisation will be able to design and calculate modern lightweight steel, timber, and composite (steel–concrete) structures and joints; assess their structural condition and fire safety; and apply the latest integrated design, physical testing, and numerical analysis technologies.

• Building Structures

The load-bearing structure is the core of any building, ensuring safety, stability, and longevity. While traditional building materials such as wood, clay, and limestone were once dominant, technological progress has introduced new methods for producing durable, lightweight materials and advanced design tools for structural analysis.

A solid understanding of material properties and their optimal application is essential. Specialists in this field must be proficient in modern computational tools for structural design and analysis, capable of evaluating complex systems and applying innovative approaches to ensure structural safety and efficiency.

Graduates of this specialisation will be able to analyse and design building structures using advanced software tools, assess material performance, and apply the latest structural design methodologies.

• Structural Engineering

The Structural Engineering specialisation is designed for both international and local students who wish to pursue their studies in English.

Growing global attention to environmental sustainability is reshaping the construction sector, which is increasingly encouraged to reduce pollution and energy consumption. This specialisation responds to these challenges by focusing on modern structural solutions, the use of efficient materials, and advanced methods of structural analysis to support the design of safer, more sustainable buildings.

Throughout their studies, students learn to design complex steel and reinforced concrete structures using research-based analysis and design methods, supported by widely used international software tools. Emphasis is placed on independent problem solving, application of scientific knowledge, and the integration of contemporary engineering practices.

Upon graduation, students will be able to collect, systematise, analyse, evaluate, and present scientific and technical information. They will be prepared not only to design structural systems for complex buildings, but also to assess and strengthen existing structures, address structural performance issues, and plan or conduct scientific research within the field of structural engineering.

• Bridges and Viaducts

Bridges and viaducts are among the most complex and significant engineering structures, reflecting human progress in both technology and culture. Ensuring their durability and safety requires precision, innovation, and ongoing maintenance.

Recent structural failures, such as the collapse of the Genoa viaduct, have underscored the importance of high-quality engineering design and inspection practices. This specialisation prepares experts capable of designing, evaluating, and maintaining bridge structures with reliability and innovation.

Graduates will learn to assess and test bridge conditions using advanced methodologies, model and calculate structural behaviour parameters, and propose creative, research-based design and reinforcement solutions. They will also be equipped to predict structural performance, evaluate external impacts, and determine optimal strategies for renovation and reuse.

• conduct research and evaluate results using modern information technologies
• model and calculate the behaviour parameters of complex structures
• select appropriate methods and tools for assessing the condition of special structures
• create and apply innovative design and analytical solutions
• evaluate the reliability of structures and their connections.

• construction and design organisations in Lithuania and abroad
• project evaluation and technical expertise offices
• government ministries, municipal departments, and technical supervision institutions
• structural maintenance and management organisations, higher education institutions, or state enterprises.

They may also continue their studies at the doctoral (PhD) level.

Programme structure

https://apply.vilniustech.lt/courses/course/34-master-structural-engineering?search=463669

Admission Requirements

https://vilniustech.lt/en/international-students/admission-requirements/

Autumn Intake Deadline

2026-06-15