M. Tech in Highway Engineering for Working Professionals

Overview

The university provides a holistic and multidisciplinary approach to education. The École Centrale School of Engineering has academic partnerships with several reputed universities such as CentraleSupélec, University of Florida, Virginia Tech, University of Agder, Norway and La Trobe University, Australia providing students with opportunities for research projects.

We also understand the demands of modern life. Balancing a career with higher education can be challenging, but we believe it should be accessible to everyone. That’s why we’ve designed our UG and PG programs to fit seamlessly into your tight schedule.

Civil Engineering Department

The Civil Engineering Department at Mahindra University offers excellence in education, research, and teaching. The department is dedicated to nurturing the future leaders of the civil engineering profession and making significant contributions to the field. The goal is to provide a dynamic learning environment that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and ethical values necessary to excel in the field of civil engineering.

The faculty at the University are established leaders in their fields who are committed to growth in education and innovation of the students. They leave no stone unturned to pave the way for students who will be the future leaders of the country.

The research areas span across technologies and thinking which provides cutting-edge innovation to the students to develop their mindset.

About the Program

This specialized Master of Technology (M.Tech.) program is meticulously designed to deliver a comprehensive and advanced curriculum focused on the planning, design, construction, and sustainable management of modern highway and transportation infrastructure. It is specifically structured to provide working professionals with the in-depth theoretical knowledge and practical application skills necessary to excel and lead in the field, all while accommodating a demanding professional schedule.

The highway engineering sector is undergoing a transformative period marked by increasing complexity, evolving technological demands, and an urgent call for innovative, resilient solutions. This M.Tech. program directly equips professionals to address the most critical challenges facing the industry today.

With the rapid evolution of highway networks, the increasing complexity of pavement design and management, and the growing demand for sustainable, climate-resilient, and cost-effective construction practices, this program plays a pivotal role in shaping industry professionals ready to lead the future of highway infrastructure development.

Program

Educational
Objectives

  • To impart comprehensive knowledge on the elements of transportation to meet current and future challenges.
  • To prepare for working in an interdisciplinary environment with advanced technologies to solve complex transportation problems
  • To inculcate social responsibility, reflective learning, and professional ethics throughout their careers.

Program

Specific
Outcomes (PSOs)

  • Apply fundamental knowledge of highway for planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of sustainable infrastructure
  • Utilize modern equipment and software to progress a career in academics, industry, and research in the field of Highway
  • Exhibit leadership qualities with an ethical attitude and ability to engage in lifelong learning

Overview of the Civil Engineering Laboratory

The labs of the Civil Engineering Department play a pivotal role that provide hands-on learning in shaping future engineers. The state-of-the-art laboratories allow students to apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges. The department boasts of various dedicated labs having up to date and top-notch laboratory infrastructure. Design studio lab with a facility of AR/VR integration, Highway materials lab, GeoPave research lab, Transportation system engineering Lab, Structural Health Monitoring Lab, Geotechnical engineering Lab, Concrete and Advanced Concrete Lab, Surveying Lab are some of the labs set up at the University.

Apart from conventional labs, it also features specialized facilities like the Materials Hub for sustainable alternatives, the iMaS Lab for intelligent mobility and transportation systems, and the Ecosphere Lab, which focuses on developing nature-based solutions aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Other key labs include InfraVision (for BIM and Digital Twin technologies), GEMS (for geospatial surveying), NDT Lab, and the Crafting Lab. Collectively, these laboratories equip students with physical and digital tools from field sensors and drone systems to advanced simulation software to confidently tackle real-world challenges in infrastructure development, sustainable resource management, and resilient urban planning.

Degree to be Awarded

M.Tech in Highway Engineering

Flexible Schedule

Our programs are scheduled for weekends, allowing the working professionals to maintain their job while working towards a Master’s degree.

Eligibility
  • Applicants must be employed professionals holding B. Tech in Civil Engineering with at least 60% aggregate marks.
  • Applicants must have a minimum of one year of work experience after the completion of the degree.
Duration
  • Two Years

Fees
  • The fee for Mahindra University’s Civil Engineering Weekend PG Programs for Working Professionals is Rs. 2,00,000 per annum.

* Option to pay fees using an easy EMI with 0% interest and 0 down payment

Admission Process

Admission Process

Program Curriculum

Students need to take 12 courses towards the coursework for a duration of 4 semesters and complete one Project/Dissertation.

Semester wise list of courses *

Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4
Highway Materials, Testing & Characterization Pavement Analysis & Design Elective-3 Project Phase- II
Traffic Engineering Urban transportation planning /PMS Elective-4
Geometric design Ground Improvement Techniques and Geosynthetics Project Phase- I
Elective-1 Elective-2
Material Testing Lab Advanced Materials & Field testing/software lab

*Subject to change with BoS approval

Laboratories, Computational Facilities and Research Centres

Core Laboratories

  • Advanced Material Testing, and Characterization Lab
  • Traffic and Transportation Systems Lab
  • Transportation Engineering Lab
  • Design Studio Laboratory (BIM)

Research Laboratories

  • GeoPave Research Lab
  • Intelligent Mobility & Systems Laboratory
  • Smart and Sustainable Materials Laboratory
  • 3D Concrete Printer
  • Uniaxial Shake Table
  • Controls Testing Facility (Compression, Flexure, Fracture, Load-CMOD)
  • XRD- X-Ray Diffraction Lab (Institute’s central facility).

Computational Facilities

  • High-Performance Computational Facilities

Software tools

  • Open Roads; PTV VISSIM; PTV VISUM; PTV VISTRO
  • QGIS; ArcGIS; CIVIL 3D; AUTOCAD
  • IIT Pave; Kenpave
  • AUTO CAD and Revit Architecture
  • BENTLEY Academic Suite (including Open Roads, STAAD PRO, RAM Connections, and Foundation design).
  • ETABS
  • Seismostruct
  • MIDAS
  • ACCA Tools (Building Information Modeling)
  • VISSIM, VISUM, VISWALK, VISTRO
  • PLAXIS 2D
  • Diana
  • LS-DYNA
  • ArcGIS
  • MATLAB
  • Python
Features and Strengths
  • Faculty with Doctorates from Premium Institutions- The faculty with the doctorate from premier institutions in India and abroad brings in a lot of research experience along with the skill set ethos required to nurture and strengthen the program. Particularly, the strong theoretical and computational background of the faculty at MU would allow us to provide this academic program with a significant practical component. Faculty of the department are also working on public and private funded projects of worth more than 2 crores.

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  • Strong Industry Connect-Civil Engineering Department is associated with several industries like Ramboll, L&T, Tandon Consultants, STUP Consultants, Aarvee Associates, Thornton Tomasetti, Atkins, Arup, MIDAS, CSIESPL (ETABS), Design Werkz Eng Pvt Ltd., Nanospan, Murugappa Group, Smart Built Prefab Pvt. Ltd., Techfab India, Bentley, PSV Precast, METEY Engineering and Consultancy Pvt. Ltd, SatyaVani Projects And Consultants Pvt. Ltd., and other structural engineering firms in the country

  • Strong Connect with Professional Bodies- American Society of Civil Engineers, Indian Geotechnical Society, Indian Concrete Institute, Indian Institute of Bridge Engineers, Indian Association of Structural Engineers, Precast Society India, Association of Consulting Civil Engineers, and RILEM.

Interactive learning

Our dynamic classrooms, equipped with world-class laboratories and cutting-edge technology, foster experiential learning through Outcome Based Education, encouraging students to engage in lively discussions, solve real-world problems via case studies, and directly apply their knowledge to their jobs.

Networking opportunities

Expand your professional network by collaborating with peers from diverse industries and accessing our alumni network for long-term career support.

Partner with us

Is your organization interested in supporting employee education? Consider a partnership with Mahindra University. Contact us to discuss tailored options for your company.

Program coordinator for the Program

Address: Survey No: 62/1A, Bahadurpally Jeedimetla, Hyderabad – 500043
Email: info@mahindrauniversity.edu.in | Website: www.mahindrauniversity.edu.in
Phone: 040 – 6713 5100