Learn problem-solving and analytical skills as well as environmental, social and political aspects that will impact your career as a civil engineer. 

Explore how to prevent flooding, design irrigation systems and construct multi-story buildings to ensure structures are safe, economical and environmentally sound.

In the program's final year, you will have the opportunity to specialise in structural or water and wastewater engineering. 

You may also be interested in benefiting from the Industry Placement Program, providing you with the opportunity to gain valuable and relevant work experience. 

Take part in a two-year professional development program and receive up to 26 weeks of placement and an industry scholarship of up to $15,000.

The Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) (Honours) at Federation University is a four-year program accredited by Engineers Australia – the global home for engineering professionals renowned as leaders in shaping a sustainable world.

Career prospects in civil engineering are both solid and diverse. 

Upon completing this program, you can seek employment in government and private organisations, specialising in civil and building engineering.

As a professional civil engineer, you may oversee teams of engineering technologists and skilled trade staff to construct the designs that you have created, working at a theoretical level to isolate, analyse and define a required engineering outcome.

Career opportunities include but are not limited to property and land development, roads and railways, airports, towers, bridges, pipelines, gas and water supply systems, dams and harbours in the mining, marine and offshore industries.

Work Integrated Learning

This program requires a total of 480 placement hours across 12 weeks.

• Academic transcripts/results
• Graduation/completion certificates for any completed qualifications
• Official English language translations for all documents not in English
• Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)
• Passport or visa documents (if applicable)
• Confirmations of Enrolment (CoEs) (if applicable)
• Syllabuses/detailed course outlines if you require a credit assessment.

Successful completion of Australian Year 12 with final-year mathematics courses or overseas equivalent.

Students with post-school qualifications (e.g. diplomas, advanced diplomas) may be considered for admission with advanced standing or credit (recognition of prior learning).

China:

• Gao San (Senior High Year 3) (Year 12) with an average of 75% in four academic subjects. OR
• 高考Gao Kao cut-off score for Tier 2 Chinese Universities. OR
• Completion of one-year post-secondary study with at least an average score of 70% at a recognized institution.

India: 

• Completion of All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE) or Indian School Certificate (CISCE) with an average of 60% in the best four academic subjects*.
• OR Higher Secondary Certificate with an average of 70% (for Punjab and Haryana) or 65% (for other State Boards)in the best four academic subjects*

*excludes local languages, work experience, physical education and other nonacademic subjects

Pathways:

TAFE studies:

Apply for a relevant TAFE course, at any TAFE provider, and then apply to articulate into this program. 

Foundation Studies Program

This pre-university program is designed specifically for students to meet the requirements to enter the first year of an undergraduate degree or one of the Higher Education Diplomas.

University studies

Enrolling in single subjects (courses) allows you to demonstrate your ability to succeed in study at this level. 

Re-apply with credit to the Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) (Honours) for the next intake. Recommended subjects include:

• MATHS1001 Modelling and Change
• MATHS1005 Secrets of the Matrix

Note: Foundation Access Studies (FAST) program is not available to international students.