As a WPI civil engineering major, you ll master and apply the fundamentals and be able to specialize. Be immersed in protecting the earth s air and water, in the engineering behavior of earth materials, or in finding better ways to move people and goods. Examine the space where the natural world and the urban environment meet, or come to understand the complexities and impact the future of construction practices. Whatever your path, WPI s project-based learning approach guarantees hands-on experiences. You ll build leadership and cultivate ingenuity, typically in collaboration with industry partners and always with the support of faculty advisors.