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Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours)

La Trobe University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

About this program

Take the first step in your engineering career with La Trobe's Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours). Become an expert as you build your knowledge in a wide range of engineering specialties. Understand the technical aspects of geotechnics and hydraulic systems. Develop strong foundations in structural and electrical engineering. And explore the countless possibilities of mechanical engineering. You'll also develop a specialised skillset that's focused on creating sustainable, efficient and durable systems. Understand the importance of high-quality infrastructure design, civil construction and computer-aided design. You'll learn from leading academics in small classes, giving you an invaluable intimate learning experience. As you progress, you'll have the opportunity to undertake research in sustainability, urban irrigation, and advances in concrete technologies. You'll learn: Sustainable infrastructure Learn the fundamentals of the design and production of renewable energy systems. Civil construction Develop your knowledge of design, and explore both practical and project management perspectives. Water resources Learn about fluid dynamics, hydraulic systems, hydrological cycles, water quality, water management and water treatment. Transport engineering Analyse and design multimodal transport facilities, road and pavement structures. Computer-aided design Use computers and software to design, improve and assess projects. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8 - Bachelor Degree Honours.

Fees & duration

Duration4 yr
Tuition (international)A$43,000
Application feeA$0

English test scores

IELTS6 overall
PTE50 overall

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Course structure

  • Year 1: Computer Aided Design
  • Engineering Design And Problem Solving
  • Introduction To Electrical And Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanics Of Solids
  • Modelling Change In Science
  • Society And Engineering
  • Physics For Engineering
  • Programming For Engineers And Scientists
  • Tools For Modelling The World Year 2: Engineering Enterprise
  • Engineering Materials
  • Engineering Probability And Statistics
  • Ideas To Innovation
  • Sustainability And Renewable Energy Design
  • Systems Modelling
  • Thermofluids
  • Vector Calculus Year 3: Civil Engineering Project Management
  • Engineering Research Methodology And Application
  • Geotechnical Design
  • Hydraulic Engineering 1
  • Measurement And Instrumentation
  • Soil Mechanics
  • Structural Analysis And Design 1
  • Structural Analysis And Design 2 Year 4: Hydraulic Engineering 2
  • Infrastructure Design
  • Structural Analysis And Design 3
  • Transportation Engineering

Career & PR pathway

Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status

Civil EngineerANZSCO 233211

Primary outcomeMLTSSLCSOL

On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. A degree accredited by Engineers Australia makes the skills assessment close to a formality; a non-accredited degree instead needs a Competency Demonstration Report.

Assessed by Engineers Australia

Structural EngineerANZSCO 233214

MLTSSLCSOL

On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via Engineers Australia assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.

Assessed by Engineers Australia

List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.

Admissions

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in one of Maths: General Mathematics, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics. Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.

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