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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours)

Course code: #SHCEB

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $36,400 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    4 years

  • PSW

    4 years

  • Min GPA

    60 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    078469G

Highlights
Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 23-February-2025 2025-02-23
Winter-July 21-July-2023 2023-07-21
Fall-February 23-February-2024 2024-02-23
Winter-July 21-July-2024 2024-07-21

Overview

Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours)

Infrastructure is a chief priority for the Australian government. 

Large-scale projects are being devised to address urban congestion and national connectivity issues, and civil engineers are in high demand to make these projects a reality.

La Trobe's Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours) equips you with the skills to be at the forefront of the rapidly evolving civil engineering industry. 

Build your knowledge in a range of engineering specialties and be prepared to create efficient, sustainable and innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges.

Learn the technical aspects of geotechnics and hydraulic systems. 

You'll also develop strong foundations in structural and electrical engineering while exploring the countless possibilities of mechanical engineering.

Understand the importance of high-quality infrastructure design, civil construction, and computer-aided design. 

As you progress, you'll have the opportunity to undertake research in sustainability, urban irrigation and advances in concrete technologies.

Leading academics deliver the course in high-tech facilities, where you'll undertake large-scale projects such as integrating energy-efficient solutions into smart buildings. 

You can also complete a work placement and gain valuable industry experience with a real-world company in your final year.

Students have to select one learning pathway from the list below.

Pathway

  • Advanced research
  • Work-integrated learning

Every stage of the Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours) equips you for your future career. 

You have the option to exit after your first year with a Diploma of Engineering Technology or after your second year with an Associate Degree in Engineering Technology. 

You can also continue building your engineering expertise with La Trobe's Master of Engineering (Civil).

Graduate ready to work across various sectors, including government, construction, natural resources, renewable energy, oil and gas, and mining.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$45,900

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $5,352
Accommodation 1 bed room $9,500
Tuition 1 person $36,400

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents
  • Official translations of documents in a language other than English
  • Award certificates
  • A key/guide to the grading system/s
  • Syllabus of previously-studied subjects if seeking advanced standing

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

64
12
listening
21
writing
18
speaking
13
reading

PTE

46
46
listening
46
writing
46
speaking
46
reading

Cambridge

169
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) are designed for students who require English language training before commencing tertiary study in Australia.
English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (known as ELICOS) includes General English and English for further studies (English for Academic Purposes).

English for Further Studies Entry requirements

English LevelIELTSTOEFL (iBT)Pearson'sExit to
EFS 34.5 (minimum writing score 4.5)3430-
EFS 45.0 (minimum writing score 5.0)4036Foundation Studies/ Diploma of Business/Diploma of IT
EFS 55.5 (minimum writing score 5.5)5542Undergraduate degrees/Diploma of Health Sciences/Diploma of Bioscience/Diploma of Engineering/Diploma of Psychology
EFS 66.0 (minimum writing score 6.0)7550Postgraduate programs/Diploma of Media and Communications

Academic background and requirement

To enter La Trobe undergraduate programs, at a minimum, you’ll need to have completed Australian Year 12 (or an accepted international equivalent) with a particular grade. 

Subject Prerequisites:

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics.

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.

 

China:

China National College Entrance Examination (GAOKAO): 60%

China Senior Middle School 3 (Gao San): 90%

 

India:

All Indian Secondary School Certificate: 70%

India State Boards: 70%

 

Foundation Study: 

Foundation Studies is a bridging course to prepare international students for their University studies. 

Successful completion of the Foundation Studies program with a 60% grade point average will provide you with a guaranteed pathway into the first year of an undergraduate degree at La Trobe University. 

Career opportunities

  • Structural & Construction engineer
  • Geotechnical engineer
  • Water engineer
  • Renewable energy engineer
  • Transportation engineer
  • Project estimator

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