Victoria University – Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Engineering)

Victoria University (VU)’s civil engineering graduates are known in the industry as well-rounded, accredited engineers. Our focus on practical teaching and work experience will have you job-ready on graduation. We offer industry placements and high-tech engineering laboratories.

As a civil engineer, you can run your own practice or work for government authorities, private industry consulting firms, or major construction companies.

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Engineering) covers the planning, design, construction and management of essential infrastructure. This includes:

- commercial and industrial buildings
- water supply and wastewater systems
- irrigation, drainage and flood protection systems
- bridges, roads and transport systems
- port harbour and airport facilities

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Duration	4 years
Location	Footscray Park
Fees	2021: A$17,250* fee per semester
VU course code	NHEC
CRICOS	084873M
Offered by	College of Engineering and Science

Accreditation with Engineers Australia

This program is accredited by Engineers Australia(external link). When you complete the course, you’ll be eligible to apply for graduate membership.

Engineers Australia provides a national engineering forum and professional development opportunities.

As a student or graduate member, you’ll gain access to EA Connect to find more work placement opportunities in the engineering industry.

ENTRY REQUIREMENT

- Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent).
  PLUS:
  Units 3 and 4 with a study score of 20 in Mathematics (any) (or equivalent).
  OR:
- Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent).
  PLUS:
  IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score or 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking).
  OR:
- Completion of a Foundation course or equivalent.

Find out if you meet the entry requirements, including English language and academic requirements

COURSE STRUCTURE

To attain the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Engineering), students will be required to complete:

- 384 credit points of Core studies

Students are required to produce documented evidence of the completion of 12 weeks professional experience.

Accreditation:
This program is accredited by Engineers Australia and graduates are eligible to apply for graduate membership.

First Class Honours:
To be eligible for completion with First Class Honours, students must achieve:

- A minimum weighted average of 60% over year levels 1 to 3;
- A minimum weighted average of 80% in year level 4;
- An average HD grade for the final year units, NEF4101 Research Project 1 and NEF4201 Research Project 2.

YEAR 1

Algebra and Calculus
Engineering Physics 1
Engineering and the Community
Problem Solving for Engineers
Engineering Mathematics 2
Engineering Physics 2
Introduction to Engineering Design
Engineering Fundamentals

YEAR 2

Solid Mechanics
Engineering Materials & Construction
Engineering Surveying
Fluid Mechanics 1
Introduction to Structural Engineering Design
Geomechanics
Hydraulics
Highway Engineering

YEAR 3

Structural Analysis
Geotechnical Engineering
Hydrology and Water Resources
Project Management
Hydraulic Engineering
Civil Engineering Design 1
Structural Engineering Design 1
Research Methods

YEAR 4

Environmental Engineering 1
Structural Engineering Design 2
Research Project 1
Professional Engineering Practice
Urban Development and Transportation
Advanced Engineering Design
Engineering Applications
Research Project 2