Civil engineering at Western Sydney University covers structural design, geotechnical engineering, water engineering, infrastructure design, and environmental engineering. 

Graduates may pursue career paths in the design, construction and management of engineering structures and be associated with private industry, government departments, and city, municipal or shire councils. 

These career paths may include engineering projects related to residential and commercial buildings, highways and airports, water supply and sewerage schemes.

Graduate destinations include:

Civil Engineer, Structural Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, Site Engineer, Water Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Water Resources Engineer, Water Resource System Analyst, Hydrologist, Hydraulic Engineer, Water Treatment Operator, Subdivision Civil Approvals Engineer, Consulting Engineer, Project Engineer, Project Manager, Design Manager 

This major includes a mandatory 450-hour industrial placement as a completion requirement for Engineers Australia accreditation as a professional engineer.

Work Integrated Learning

Western Sydney University seeks to enhance student learning experiences by enabling students to engage in the culture, expectations and practices of their profession or discipline.  

This program includes placement or other community-based unpaid practical experience.

There is a mandatory work component required for the completion of this program.

• Academic transcripts
• Graduation/completion certificates for any completed qualifications
• Original language and official English language translations for all documents not in English
• English language test results (if applicable)
• Passport or Visa documents (if applicable)
• Syllabus/detailed course outlines if you require a credit assessment

Recommended studies: Physics and HSC Mathematics Extension 1 or HSC Mathematics Extension 2.

Assumed knowledge required: Two subjects of Science, two subjects of English and Mathematics (not General Mathematics) at Band 5 or higher.

China:

• Successful completion of Gao San with an 80% average in 3 years.

India: 

• Indian Higher Secondary School Certificate (State Boards): Successful completion of Higher Secondary Certificate with a pass of 70% in the best 4 core subjects
• All India School Certificate (CBSE): Successful completion of AISCE (CBSE) with an overall GPA of 60% in the best 4 core subjects
• Indian School Certificate (ISC): Successful completion of ISCE with an overall GPA of 60% in the best 4 core subjects

Iran:

• Successful completion of a recognised foundation studies program, 1 year of university studies or completion of a qualification equivalent to an Australian AQF Certificate IV

Western Sydney University International College

International College programs are located at Level 6, 6 Hassall St Parramatta and are offered in a range of subject areas:
 

• Arts
• Business
• Engineering
• Information and Communication Technology