Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Engineering) | 2019

A career in Civil Engineering is a field that focuses on the development and maintenance of the built environment. Graduates of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Engineering) will be prepared for careers in the consulting and construction industry the resources sector, major infrastructure projects, and government organisations. As a Washington Accord accredited program, graduates are qualified for employment in Civil Engineering roles in many other countries.

Under the supervision of experienced engineers, graduates will be capable of holding positions with significant responsibility. Graduate responsibilities are based on design, construction, and maintenance of a wide range of civil infrastructure, including buildings, roads, bridges airports, waterways, and railways. Specific roles may include, but are not limited to: structural design of a wide range of buildings from simple shade structures to high-rise apartment blocks and bridges; analysis of existing structures for maintenance and modification; design of foundations and ground improvements for building, road, and railways overseeing construction site preparations and excavation; managing environmental monitoring and compliance; and analysis and modelling of structures, water flows, and ground conditions. Graduates may have responsibilities around client and stakeholder relations; procurement; safe work practices; quality assurance in project delivery; reporting; and consideration of standards and regulations. Graduates will have strong project and people management skills and may take on responsibility for overseeing teams, contractors and consultants within the first five years from graduation.

Student experience and professional attributes UOW has a long and successful history of innovation, industry collaboration applied engineering research, and engineering consultancy. The practical engineering culture at UOW is reflected in its degree programs and graduates. Students studying the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Engineering) will have opportunities to apply knowledge to ethical challenges, innovation and problem solving in real-world focused projects in each year of the degree program. They are also able to engage with extra-curricular and co-curricular activities through the Work Integrated Learning program. The program is delivered through a range of study modes and assessment types, supported by digital technologies, to ensure graduates are flexible learners and well prepared to adapt to future challenges. Students also participate in multidisciplinary projects, providing them with opportunities to learn the language of engineering and the engineering methods applied in different disciplines. Graduates of the program leave UOW experienced in working in diverse teams and ready to integrate into the workforce. Further, UOW graduates are equipped with the skills to recognise opportunities for further learning and technical specialisation to adapt to changing industry requirements.

The course has been developed to support students from a range of educational and professional backgrounds, including international and domestic school leavers, certificate and diploma qualified individuals with experience in the engineering sector. Pathway programs are available to strengthen students’ mathematics, science, and English language background prior to commencement where required. The program is best suited to those with an interest in sustainable urban and regional development, buildings and structures, or a career in the construction industry.

Through the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Engineering) program, graduates will be prepared to make a significant contribution to society through innovation, creative thinking and disciplinary expertise. Specifically, Civil Engineering graduates will be well placed to contribute to sustainable economic, environmental and social development in the built environment.

The degree can be combined with Environmental or Mining Engineering in second year. Double degrees are also available.

Academic Program Director: Assoc Prof Neaz Sheikh

Entry Requirements & Credit Arrangements

Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder. 

Course Structure 

* All electives may not be available every year - check subject timetable.

** Scholars students must complete this subject. 18 credit point thesis is equivalent to the 12 credit point thesis and one 6 credit point elective.

Other Information

For further information email: eis@uow.edu.au