Dr Jurgen Becque

MEng MSc PhD MA FHEA

Dr Jurgen Becque is a structural engineer and an Associate Professor in the Cambridge University Engineering Department. His research interests lie in the areas of structural stability, structural optimization and thin-walled structures.

Dr Becque joined the University of Cambridge in 2019, after holding academic positions at the University of Sydney and the University of Sheffield. He has a wide range of interests within structural engineering, which include mathematically intensive theoretical models to describe structural instabilities, as well as experimental investigations of structural systems, computational techniques, and the development of design guidelines for practitioners. Regarding the latter, he made significant contributions to the European design rules for steel structures.

Dr Becque’s teaching experience mostly includes structural analysis and design courses. His teaching is informed by four years of industry experience, during which he specialized in the design of steel bridges, steel-framed buildings, and water treatment plants.

Recognitions & achievements

  • Member of IABSE (International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering)
  • Member of EPC (Engineering Professors’ Council)
  • Member of ECCS (European Convention for Constructional Steelwork) TC7-TWG7.5 (Cold-formed Thin-Walled Sheet Steel in Buildings – Practical Improvement of Design Procedures)
  • Member of the EMI (Engineering Mechanics Institute)

What's on

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Wolfson Bulb Trail

11/04/2026 at 10.00

Our new bulb trail allows you to enjoy our thoughtfully planted displays and explore our beautiful College Gardens at your own pace.

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Art Exhibition: 'Epic Journeys'

11/04/2026 at 10.00

Visit Wolfson's latest exhibition 'Epic Journeys' featuring work by distinguished artist Hassan Aliyu.

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Lessons from WHO Non-Communicable Disease Initiative about Chronic Disease

21/04/2026 at 17.30

What links osteoporosis and heart disease? Dr Gordon Klein reveals surprising connections between two of ageing's biggest health challenges, and what they mean for prevention.

Alumni

Wolfson Alumni Reunion Dinner

25/04/2026 at 19.00

Celebrating 10, 20, 30 (and more) years since matriculation!

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Making the Past: Historical Recreation and Material Culture

29/04/2026 at 13.00

How do recreations of clothes, food, and objects generate new questions and knowledge about historical practices and lived experience?

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