Graduate Programs

Advance your expertise in construction with graduate programs designed to prepare you for leadership in a rapidly evolving industry. The School of Construction builds on your professional foundation with advanced study in project delivery, construction systems and facilities and infrastructure management.

Through applied learning, industry engagement and real-world problem solving, you’ll develop the technical depth and leadership skills needed to manage complex projects, drive innovation and make a measurable impact on the built environment.

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Explore graduate and interdisciplinary programs designed to expand your expertise, foster cross-disciplinary collaboration, and prepare you to tackle complex engineering challenges. Each program page includes an overview, with complete admission requirements, degree progression, culminating experience, and curriculum details available in the official University Catalog linked at the bottom of the page.

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Graduate Programs

Construction and Facilities Engineering, M.S.

Fire Protection and Safety Management, M.S.

Interdisciplinary Programs

Civil Engineering, Ph.D.

Infrastructure and Environmental Systems, Ph.D.

Academic & Professional Support

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Departmental Advising

Connect with advisors who understand your program and goals. Find department-specific advising resources, contact information and guidance tailored to your academic journey.

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Culminating Experience

Tackle real engineering challenges, build specialized expertise and showcase your skills through a thesis, faculty-guided project or comprehensive exam.

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Graduate Assistantships

Gain hands-on experience while supporting your graduate education. Assistantships offer opportunities to work with faculty on teaching and research projects while providing tuition support and professional development in your field.

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Tuition Support

Graduate students at UNC Charlotte can access tuition support through assistantships and Graduate School funding programs. These opportunities help reduce the cost of study while providing hands-on experience in teaching and research, making graduate education more affordable and impactful.

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