Course code: #2455
These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.
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| Fall-February 30-November-2022 | 2022-11-30 |
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| Winter-July 31-May-2023 | 2023-05-31 |
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| Fall-February 30-November-2023 | 2023-11-30 |
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| Winter-July 31-May-2024 | 2024-05-31 |
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At the University of Queensland, you'll understand and predict the behaviour of soil and rock as earth materials for creating safe, sustainable and economical civil engineering solutions.
Geotechnical engineers apply scientific principles and methods for developing civil engineering infrastructure on the surface and within the ground, including prediction, mitigation and prevention of geological hazards.
The major in geotechnical engineering is unique in Australia and designed to meet the demands of mining companies, geotechnical consultations and construction managers, who look for graduates with a qualification in geotechnical engineering.
The courses offered as part of this major will extend fundamental knowledge of the geotechnics of soils and rock to explore more complex processes, such as those associated with tunnels, mining operations, dams, roads, underground structures and waste management facilities.
State-of-the-art teaching and laboratory facilities combined with world-leading lectures and strong industry engagement will provide graduates of this major with a strong foundation from which they can contribute immediately to geotechnical engineering projects in the industry.
You'll have to choose an engineering specialisation to study this major first.
The geotechnical engineering major is available to study within the civil engineering specialisation.
$61,824
| Cost of living | 1 person | $9,684 |
| Accommodation | 1 bed room | $14,560 |
| Tuition | 1 person | $47,264 |
You may be eligible for a package offer if you meet all the academic entry requirements for your preferred UQ program but need help to meet the English language requirements.
If your overall IELTS score is 5.0 or above (or equivalent), join our EAP or BE classes.
| Minimum Overall Score | Minimum Sub Scores | result | |
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| UQ College | Grade of 4 in GE Level 2 | No sub-score lower than C | |
| IELTS (International English Language Testing Service) | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.5 |
| TOEFL iBT (Internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language) | 56 | S:15, L:12, R:12, W:17 | |
| Pearson | 42 | 42 | |
| Cambridge | 154 | 154 |
| Minimum Overall Score | Minimum Sub Scores | result | |
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| UQ College | Grade of 4 in EAP Level 3 | No sub-score lower than C | |
| IELTS (International English Language Testing Service) | 5.5 | 5.5 | 6.0 |
| TOEFL iBT (Internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language) | 70 | S:17, L:17, R:17, W:19 | |
| Pearson | 49 | 49 | |
| Cambridge | 162 | 162 |
| Minimum Overall Score | Minimum Sub Scores | result | |
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| UQ College | Grade of 4 in EAP Level 4 | No sub-score lower than C | |
| IELTS (International English Language Testing Service) | 6.0 | 6.0 | 6.5 |
| TOEFL iBT (Internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language) | 78 | S:19, L:19, R:19, W:21 | |
| Pearson | 60 | 60 | |
| Cambridge | 169 | 169 |
| IELTS | TOEFL | Pearson | Cambridge | |
| BE 30 weeks | 5.0, no sub-score less than 5 | 56 S:15 L:12 R:12 W:17 | 42, no sub-score less than 42 | 154, no sub-score less than 154 |
| BE 25 weeks | 5.5, no sub-score less than 5 | 70 S:15 L:12 R:12 W:17 | 49, no sub-score less than 42 | 162, no sub-score less than 154 |
| BE 20 weeks | 5.5, no sub-score less than 5.5 | 70 S:17 L:17 R:17 W:19 | 49, no sub-score less than 49 | 162, no sub-score less than 162 |
| BE 15 weeks | 6.0, no sub-score less than 5.5 | 78 S:17 L:17 R:17 W:19 | 60, no sub-score less than 49 | 169, no sub-score less than 162 |
| BE 10 weeks | 6.0, writing 6.0, no other sub-score skill less than 5.5 | 78 S:17 L:17 R:17 W:21 | 60, S:49 L:49 R:49 W:60 | 169, S:162 L:162 R:162 W:169 |
Prerequisites:
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C); Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C); and one of Chemistry or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C).
Studying Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C) and Chemistry and Physics are recommended, as students will have increased flexibility in their studies.at least one of which must be Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
The minimum required GPA belongs to India: All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE): 72.5%
China: Gaokao: 75%
Canada: Ontario Secondary School Diploma: 75.56%
You will study five courses (subjects) for the entire duration of the Foundation Program, usually two core courses and three elective courses.
For students wishing to progress to undergraduate degrees in the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture, and IT (EAIT):
Core courses:
Three electives are chosen:
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