Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil)

Learn to build and maintain the infrastructure of advanced modern living when you study to become a civil engineer. Using computer technologies and advanced materials, Civil engineers design structures that meet the needs of a growing population while protecting the environment, reducing dangers from natural phenomena and considering the future needs of the community. 

First year of study allows you to learn more about engineering and its different fields. You then focus on your chosen major study from the second year; topics include structural engineering, water engineering, geomechanics, engineering management, engineering applications and design, materials and transport, and surveying. 

From second year you also have the option to complete a double major, combining two engineering disciplines. Available double major combinations include: Civil Engineering and Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering and Environmental Engineering, and Civil Engineering and Mining Engineering.

Your degree includes 12-weeks hands-on industry experience, either in Australia or overseas, as well as a range of industry projects and other career-ready learning opportunities.

Areas of study

The first year provides you with sound fundamentals in mathematics, statistics, physics, computing, engineering science and communication, mechanics and materials.

You then focus on your civil engineering major from the second year. Your studies will cover engineering applications and design, engineering management, geomechanics, materials and transport, structural engineering, surveying, water engineering.

Career opportunities

Civil engineer, asset engineer, civil design engineer, development engineer, geotechnical engineer, harbour engineer, project management consultant, railway design engineer, site engineer, structural engineer, traffic engineer, transport engineer.

Professional recognition

UOW’s engineering programs are accredited by Engineers Australia and relevant world engineering bodies through the Washington Accord. This ensures recognition by equivalent professional engineering bodies in the USA, UK, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, Ireland, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore and other countries.

This recognition ensures that graduates from this course are admitted, on application, to the grade of Graduate Membership of Engineers Australia.

Practical experience

12 weeks of industry experience in one or more settings under the supervision of experienced engineers; optional internships, industry projects and other career-ready learning opportunities.

Honours

In the final stages of the course, students undertake a research component (thesis).

Fees and charges

Refer to University of Wollongong current fee information.