The IABSE Academy is an initiative of the International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering (IABSE), serving as the association’s educational and knowledge-sharing hub. It offers learning opportunities for structural engineering professionals at every stage of their careers while fostering collaboration and exchange within the global IABSE community.
More than just a learning platform, the IABSE Academy provides a space for members to connect, share experiences, and build lasting professional networks. It is a one-stop resource where young engineers and experienced professionals alike can grow, engage, and stay connected with one another.
Access to Academy
DIGITAL RESOURCES The platform provides a curated library of IABSE content, including past webinar recordings, keynote lectures, conference presentations, lecture series, reports, and animations. These resources feature insights from leading academics and practitioners, as well as courses designed specifically for online learning. | TOOLBOX A practical resource for structural engineers, the Toolbox offers a specialized translator for structural engineering terminology and a collection of useful professional links. | IABSE COMMUNITY A networking hub for IABSE members and Academy students, this feature functions like a dedicated social platform—enabling communication, knowledge exchange, and collaboration within and beyond the Academy. | IABSE REPOSITORY An exclusive archive of the association’s intellectual property. Access is granted only to IABSE members, depending on their role or function within the association. |
IABSE DIPLOMA
Developed by the IABSE Academy Board, the Diploma serves as “a bridge between university and practice,” combining solid theoretical foundations with practical skills in specialized areas of structural engineering.
The IABSE Diploma is an online program that bridges university learning and professional practice in structural engineering. It offers flexible self-paced lessons, thesis guidance, and instruction from internationally recognized experts.
The diploma is open to young engineers, graduate students, and practitioners seeking to advance their skills.
Course Structure Each diploma includes online lectures and a thesis. Students progress by passing short quizzes after each lecture. The thesis is a focused assignment—such as a case study analysis, conceptual design, or methodological assessment— developed with guidance from a tutor. Final evaluation is based on quiz results and thesis quality.  | Courses Available Bridge Engineering: Covers history, design, analysis, construction methods, and case studies. Forensic Structural Engineering: Focuses on investigating structural failures, analyzing evidence, applying codes and standards, and preparing technical reports. Includes real-world case studies with legal and ethical perspectives. More curricula: Future courses on Assessment of Existing Structures and Earthquake Engineering are in development, expanding opportunities for engineers worldwide. |
Who can Register?
The program is open to anyone interested in structural engineering, especially young professionals, graduate students, and experienced engineers seeking specialization. Fees depend on course length, with discounts for IABSE members and participants from low-income countries.
When can I Register?
The IABSE Secretariat is enhancing the Academy platform based on feedback from the Pilot Course. The updated platform is expected to be ready by the end of 2025. Once launched, members will be able to access the Academy directly through the IABSE website and will be notified as soon as registration opens.