Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Engineering)
Undergraduate | USQ-HCE-DEG | 2024
- Study method
- 100% online study with practicum placement
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Credit available
- Yes
- Duration
- 4 years full time or part time equivalent
- Total subjects
- 32
- Price from
- $35,792
- Available loans
- Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
- CSP available
- Yes
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Engineering)
About this degree
On completion of this program, students should be able to:
• Display coherent and comprehensive knowledge of historical, contemporary and emerging theories and concepts that underpin relevant engineering disciplines.
• Recognise the social purpose of engineering and analyse the relationship between human-made products and systems, and community needs.
• Apply well-researched, innovative, industry-relevant systems approaches to solve a range of engineering problems, and to address issues of sustainable practice in diverse environmental, technical and social contexts.
• Apply relevant project management skills and formulate design processes to enable the delivery of engineering projects within given project constraints.
• Make appropriate autonomous judgements by critically evaluating evidence, identifying and analysing ethical issues and applying cultural competencies, including those relevant to indigenous peoples.
• Communicate effectively in English and interpret information for diverse audiences using a range of high-level oral, written and technology-based approaches; and apply effective competencies as a leader, team member and individual within the professional domain.
• Engage in lifelong learning through critical reflection, and be accountable for their personal and professional actions by managing and monitoring personal performance.
With your major in Civil Engineering, you will focus on the areas of infrastructure design, planning, development, construction and maintenance. Apply your knowledge through practical work experience and an exciting final year research project that will give you hands-on industry experience. Previous students have produced projects in the fields of material testing and properties of earth friendly concrete, the analysis of high speed rural traffic incidents and the effects of improved vehicle technology on road design. Diversify your skillset and combine your major studies in Civil Engineering with a four-unit minor in Management, Transport Engineering, Data Management or Mining Engineering.
Recommended study pattern
The Enrolment Pattern for this program will be updated soon. In the meantime please submit your contact details below for us to reach out and discuss the program further.Award requirements
Completion of 32 units as outlined in the Recommended Study Pattern section.Exit points
Diploma of Engineering Studies (after successful completion of 8 approved courses). Associate Degree of Engineering (after successful completion of 16 approved courses). Bachelor of Engineering Technology (after successful completion of 24 approved courses).As Australia’s #1 university for graduate starting salary (Good Universities Guide, 2022), University of Southern Queensland is the right place to make real progress. Regardless of your education history, your age or your aspirations, at UniSQ you’ll be inspired by quality learning experiences matched with top resources and research. Having delivered distance and online learning for over 40+ years, UniSQ supports you to learn at your own pace—exactly how it suits you.
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How to apply
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Entry requirements
ATAR/Selection Rank + Mathematical Methods Subject pre-requisite + English Subject pre-requisite English Language Proficiency
- Exemptions/credit will be assessed based on the UniSQ Credit and Exemption Procedure. Claims for credit for previous study should be submitted prior to or at the time of enrolment. Each claim will be assessed on individual merit in line with UniSQ policy.
Study method requirements
Residential School/s + Work Integrated Learning
Career opportunities
Work as a qualified Professional Civil Engineer in the areas of design, development construction and management in a wide range of fields including structures, transportation, water supply and treatment, and infrastructure.
Professional recognition
When you graduate with your Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), you will be eligible to apply for membership with Engineers Australia as a graduate Professional Engineer. With the experience you will gain from working in the field, you may apply for chartered status as a Professional Engineer. You will also have the opportunity to work overseas, with your accreditation recognised in those countries that are signatories to the Washington Accord.
Career outlook
- Civil Engineering Professionals:
- $93K to $120K
- Structural Engineers:
- Unknown average
- Transport Engineers:
- Unknown average