If you are inspired by great engineering achievements, this degree is for you. As part of your core first year, you will develop a strong foundation in basic science and engineering principles, practice and management. You will study over a range of engineering areas, to help you decide where your engineering passion lies. You will learn about current industry practices from passionate academics who are leaders in their fields. Our degree has a strong practical focus and from your first year provides you with the opportunity to develop work-ready skills as our teaching focuses on `learning by doing'.

Civil Engineering

Look around you - much of the physical infrastructure that makes up our modern society is made possible by Civil engineers. Civil engineers provide a major contribution to society by supporting the design and development of essential services, and by managing and improving the built environment. By studying civil engineering you will develop your knowledge in the planning, design and construction of buildings and infrastructure such as: roads, bridges and highways, rail networks, irrigation, drainage and flood mitigation systems, airports, water and wastewater treatment plants, port harbours and residential homes. If you want to get a career creating tomorrow's cities, then this is the degree for you

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION

Accreditation ensures academic institutions consistently meet national and international benchmarks and engineering graduates of an accredited program are assured membership with Engineers Australia at the relevant career grade and enjoy reciprocal privileges by equivalent professional bodies overseas.

Civil engineers provide a major contribution to society by supporting the design and development of essential services, and by managing and improving the built environment. Demand for civil engineering professionals has grown and is expected to continue be an area of high demand. You will find employment in jobs such as chief civil engineer, construction engineer, municipal engineer, structural engineer, transport engineer, water supply distribution engineer, project manager and consulting engineer.