Online Graduate Programs

Online Graduate Programs Overview

The traditions of our city’s industrial past have created a strong engineering legacy that extends far beyond the limits of the Pittsburgh region. The University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering Graduate Program prides itself on being at the forefront of the technological future of the country, advancing engineering across many fields and increasing educational opportunities for working professionals and returning graduate students. Our online programs allow students from around the world to advance skill sets contributing to solutions which address modern dilemmas including energy generation, workplace safety, and improving civil infrastructure. We are energized and committed to increasing our online program offerings and are currently in development of new courses, certificates and professional degrees which will be available fully online.

Whether you choose to pursue a master’s degree or a graduate-level certificate, the University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering will ensure that you emerge ready and prepared to solve the problems of today and technical challenges of the future. Our team is here to help every step of the way as you take the time to explore this site and learn more about online offerings from one of the best engineering schools in the nation.

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Online Programs
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MS in Civil Engineering with a Construction Management Focus

Addressing current obstacles in rebuilding public infrastructure and the modernization of private buildings and plants, this program builds upon the technical background of the student to enhance the skills essential to successful construction projects.

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Graduate Certificate: Construction Management

The Graduate Certificate in Construction Management further develops the leadership and skillsets of students while promoting an increased understanding of the management of construction projects with real-world application.

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Graduate Certificate: Electric Power

Deeply rooted in core electric power engineering principles with a focus on enhanced reliability of electric power grid infrastructure, Pitt’s graduate Electric Power Certificate rises to the challenge of meeting the nation’s critical needs.

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MS in Nuclear Engineering

Home to utility generators, commercial R&D companies, and government agencies, students from around the globe can tap into the Pittsburgh region’s nuclear expertise without ever having to set foot on campus with our online Nuclear Engineering MS.

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Graduate Certificate: Nuclear Engineering

Our graduate-level Nuclear Engineering Certificate positions students to develop a greater understanding of nuclear power knowledge and allows organizations to support their staff in continued skill development and training.

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Graduate Certificate: Safety Engineering

Our Safety Engineering Certificate provides students with a technical base of competency to understand, characterize, quantify, and fix safety hazards in today’s complex working environments.