Design and build the future
Civil engineers plan, design, build and maintain the infrastructure we rely on as a civilisation – including things like buildings, roads, water systems and more. This program develops your practical skills in engineering design, project management and sustainability, and qualifies you to work as a civil engineer and help shape the world around you in Australia and overseas.
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2021 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
- Campus note: Subject to external accreditation for Moreton Bay campus offering.
- ^First year courses offered at Moreton Bay campus from Semester 1, 2020.
- Climate Change and Coastal Zone Studies minor, Public Health for Engineers minor, Supply Chain Management minor and Town Planning Studies minor not on offer at Moreton Bay campus.
- Campus note: Subject to external accreditation for Moreton Bay campus offering.
- ^First year courses offered at Moreton Bay campus from Semester 1, 2020.
- Climate Change and Coastal Zone Studies minor, Public Health for Engineers minor, Supply Chain Management minor and Town Planning Studies minor not on offer at Moreton Bay campus.
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- Inherent Academic Requirements
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Prospective students must consider the Inherent Academic Requirements before applying to study this program.
- Program coordinator
- Dr Christophe Gerber
In this program you will:
- Learn how to use mathematical and scientific principles to solve a range of technical problems
- Get hands-on experience through 12 weeks of work experience with professional engineers and engineering associates
- Choose from a wide range of minors including climate change and coastal zone studies, management for engineers, mechatronic engineering and electrical and electronic engineering
- Complete a major final-year research project on a topic of your choice
- Learn from industry professionals through guest lectures that expose you to current engineering professional practice
- Recreate interactive real-life scenarios in USC's state-of-the-art visualisation studio and dedicated engineering laboratories
Exemption for first year Mathematics
High achieving mathematics students can apply for exemptions to introductory mathematics and calculus subjects. However, exempted courses will need to be replaced with engineering relevant courses to fulfil the requirements of the degree. Apply through the School of Science and Engineering.
Post-admission requirements
Students must complete 60 days of suitable field experience.
Career opportunities
- Government agencies
- Construction companies
- Engineering consultancies
- Building industry
- Mining industry
- Research organisations
Membership
Engineering students are eligible for free membership to Engineers Australia. Once their degree is completed they are eligible for Graduate membership.
This program is internationally recognised to allow you to work in Australia and overseas.
Not sure which Engineering specialisation is for you?
USC’s undergraduate Engineering programs share common foundational courses, giving you the flexibility to follow your interests after the first year.
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