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Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) (Honours) / Bachelor of Environmental Science

Design systems for and manage human interaction with the environment

Gain a broad foundation in civil engineering and enabling sciences with a focus on structures, construction and water.

Study location
  • Sippy Downs
Refer to the program footnotes
CRICOS code
085715F
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Program length (full-time)
5 years
Annual tuition fee 2019
A$28,600
Estimated total tuition fee *
A$143,000
Footnotes
  • Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
  • * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
  • Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
  • Campus note: Subject to external accreditation for Moreton Bay campus offering.
Study locations QTAC code
  • Sunshine Coast 013751
  • Moreton Bay From 2020
Minimum selection threshold
OP - 15 Rank - 68
UniSC program code
SC425
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Duration
5 years full time or equivalent part time
Study mode
Blended Learning
Prerequisites
English (4,SA); Maths B (4,SA)
Recommended prior study
Maths C and Physics or Chemistry
Other requirements
Applicants from a non-English speaking background should refer to the  English language requirements for further information.
Fee type 2019
  • Commonwealth supported places
Total courses
40
Total units
480
Footnotes
  • Campus note: Subject to external accreditation for Moreton Bay campus offering.

Gain a broad foundation in civil engineering and enabling sciences with a focus on structures, construction and water.

During the program, you’ll build your expertise in areas including environmental management, planning and restoration, managed ecosystems and marine science.

At the end of your studies you will have the scientific skills needed to make judgements on the conservation and use of Australia's natural ecosystems and resources.

In this program you will:

  • Complete more than 60 days of work experience.
  • Learn about the creative nature of engineering.
  • Develop skills in problem-solving, teamwork and communication.
  • Gain technical, business management and scientific environmental knowledge.
  • Attain Engineers Australia graduate status.
Majors

Construction; Environment and water

Exemption for first year Mathematics

Students who enter the program having achieved a 'Very High Achievement' in Maths C in secondary school will be eligible for an exemption for the courses MTH103 Introduction to Applied Mathematics and MTH104 Introductory Calculus on application to the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering and may substitute two engineering relevant courses  in order to fulfil the requirements of the degree.

Post-admission requirements:
  • Students must complete 60 days of suitable field experience.
Career opportunities:
  • Government agencies
  • Construction companies
  • Engineering consultancies
  • Building industry
  • Water supply authorities
  • Mining industry
  • Research organisations.
  • Parks and wildlife
  • Resource management
  • Environmental consultancies
Graduates are eligible to become members of:
  • Engineers Australia (Professional Engineer)
  • Australian Network for Plant Conservation
  • Australian Water Association
  • Ecological Society of Australia
  • Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand
  • Australian Marine Sciences Association

Program structure

Introductory courses (11) 132 units

COR109 Communication and Thought
ENG101 Foundations of Engineering
ENG102 Engineering Statics
ENG103 Introduction to the Internet of Things
ENS103 Earth's Surface Processes
MTH103 Introduction to Applied Mathematics
MTH104 Introductory Calculus
SCI102 Biodiversity and Ecology
SCI105 Chemistry
SCI107 Physics
SCI110 Science Research Methods

Developing and Graduate courses (21) 252 units

ENG202 Introduction to Engineering Design
ENG204 Thermodynamics
ENG211 Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics
ENG302 Engineering Project Management
ENG312 Soil Mechanics
ENG401 Engineering Project 1
ENG402 Engineering Project 2
ENG403 Engineering Research Methodology
ENG422 Design of Roads and Drainage
ENS221 Plant Diversity and Ecology
ENS222 Terrestrial Vertebrate Diversity and Ecology
ENS224 Soil Properties, Processes and Rehabilitation
ENS253 Geographic Information Science and Technology
ENS321 Restoration Ecology
ENS325 Population Ecology and Genetics
GEO201 Hydrology and Geomorphology
GEO302 Coastal Geomorphology
MTH201 Calculus II and Linear Algebra
MTH203 Numerical Analysis

PLUS select 1 course (12 units) from:
ANM203 Statistics with Teeth: Understanding Ecological Data
SCI202 Advanced Research Methods and Statistics

PLUS select 1 course (12 units) from:
ENS317 Coastal Conservation Planning
ENS330 K'gari-Fraser Island Field Studies
ENS333 Special Field Studies Topic
SRP301 Special Research Project
WPL310 Workplace Learning I

Major studies courses (8) 96 units

Students must select 1 of the following Engineering majors:

Construction major
Environment and Water major

Honours

The Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) (Honours) may be awarded with Honours. The class of Honours to be awarded to a student is dependent upon:

  • the percentage results achieved by study or transfer in eleven courses (132 units) as specified in the table below; and
  • the student achieving at least 60% in ENG402 Engineering Project 2.
Construction Major Environment & Water Major
MTH203 Numerical Analysis MTH203 Numerical Analysis
ENG302 Engineering Project Management ENG302 Engineering Project Management
ENG312 Soil Mechanics ENG312 Soil Mechanics
ENG401 Engineering Project 1 ENG401 Engineering Project 1
ENG402 Engineering Project 2 ENG402 Engineering Project 2
ENG403 Engineering Research Methodology ENG403 Engineering Research Methodology
ENG422 Design of Roads and Drainage ENG422 Design of Roads and Drainage
ENG340 Construction Technology ENG330 Engineering Hydrology
ENG404 Engineering Sustainable Design ENG411 Reservoir and Stormwater Engineering
ENG432 Advanced Soil Mechanics ENG412 Design of Wastewater Treatment Systems
ENG451 Concrete Structures and Technology ENG421 Design of Water Supply Systems

A student must complete a minimum of 8 courses (96 units) in the table and the research project for an honours grade to be awarded.

The minimum levels of achievement normally required for each class of honours are shown in the following table:

Honours results classification Overall Percentage attainded in Specified Courses*
Honours Class I 80% - 100%
Honours Class IIA 70% - 79%
Honours Class IIB 60% - 69%
Honours (unclassified) 50% - 59%

*The percentage result shall be rounded up if ≥ 0.5 or rounded down if < 0.5.

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.

Total units: 480

Program requirements and notes

Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

  • Successfully complete 480 units as outlined in the Program Structure
  • Select a major in either Construction or Environment and Water
  • Complete a minimum of 60 days of suitable work experience. Students must meet all costs associated with the acquisition of practical experience to satisfy this requirement
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
  • The unit value of all courses 12 units unless otherwise specified
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
  • As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.