Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje · Skopje, North Macedonia
The Earthquake Engineering (Земјотресно инженерство) programme at Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje (Institute of Earthquake Engineering and Engineering Seismology - IZIIS (Институт за земјотресно инженерство и инженерска сеизмологија)) is a MSc (Master of Science) program delivered in Macedonian over a duration of 2 years / 4 semesters (120 ECTS). This Master programme in Earthquake Engineering provides advanced training in seismic analysis and design of structures, covering earthquake-resistant building design, seismology, ground motion characterisation, and structural dynamics. Students develop expertise in performance-based seismic design, soil-structure interaction, and seismic risk assessment. Graduates work in structural engineering firms, seismological institutes, disaster risk reduction agencies, and government building authorities.
Key facts
No additional language certificate required for Macedonian speakers; international applicants must prove Macedonian proficiency (B1/B2 CEFR) per UKIM rules for foreign students (proof of active knowledge of a foreign language is among the standard application documents per the Konkurs).
Completed first-cycle (bachelor) degree of 240 ECTS (4-year) or 180 ECTS (3-year) in corresponding or related studies with the required ECTS differential as per UKIM Konkurs and the study-programme conditions; registration at www.upisi.ukim.mk and iKnow e-application; ranking by undergraduate GPA.
Signed UKIM application form and internal application form generated by the iKnow system; original document for completed first-cycle studies (diploma or certificate) - for candidates who graduated abroad: nostrification decision issued by the Ministry of Education and Science of North Macedonia; CV; proof of active knowledge of a foreign language; proof of paid administrative fee of 50.00 MKD (form PP-50, per Konkurs); recommendations from academic/scientific staff (if any); list of professional/scientific papers with one specimen copy (if any); documents for awards/recognition (if any); at enrolment: index and application forms, two photos (3.5x4.5 cm), proof of payment of programme-specific costs where applicable. Documents submitted at the Student Services Office of the chosen faculty.
2026-10-16
2026-10-16
| Tuition | Living | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU/EEA | €4,200 | — | needs the fee |
| Non-EU | €5,600 | — | needs the fee |