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Yonsei University
MEng in Civil & Environmental Engineering
Yonsei University
Course Overview
Yonsei's MEng in Civil & Environmental Engineering is a 2-year program covering structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation, water resources, and environmental systems. Research groups work directly with Korean construction giants — Hyundai E&C, Samsung C&T, Daewoo E&C, GS E&C — on flagship infrastructure projects across Asia and the Middle East.
For Sri Lankan civil engineering graduates, this program offers exposure to seismic design, smart-city infrastructure, and large-scale tunnelling that has limited equivalent training in South Asia. The English-track allows international students to complete coursework and thesis without Korean language proficiency, and faculty actively place graduates into Korean EPC firms operating regionally.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline (GPA 3.0/4.0 or higher).
- check_circle Identify a target research group / supervisor in your statement of purpose.
- check_circle Two academic references.
- check_circle Portfolio of design projects or research experience is a plus.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall.
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 80 Overall.
- check_circle Waived for applicants whose Bachelor's was taught in English (most Sri Lankan engineering degrees qualify).
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (KRW) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | KRW 15,200,000 | Rs. 3,500,000 |
| Living Expenses (12 months) | KRW 12,000,000 | Rs. 2,760,000 |
| Student Visa (D-2) & Insurance | KRW 900,000 | Rs. 207,000 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | KRW 28,100,000 | Rs. 6,467,000 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Yonsei MEng graduates are eligible for the 6-month D-10 Job-Seeker visa and transition to E-7 on employment. Major employers include Hyundai E&C, Samsung C&T, Daewoo E&C, GS E&C, and Korea Expressway Corporation — many recruit specifically for overseas projects (Middle East, South-East Asia), making this an unusually international career path. Base salaries for fresh MEng graduates typically run KRW 50–65 million.
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