Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil and Structural)

Degree Level Undergraduate

Years

Australian students

Start Date
February
July

Campus
Mawson Lakes

Duration
4 year(s) full-time

Mode
On-campus

Program Code
LHMI

SATAC Code
434941 (Internal)

Study as
Full-time or part-time

Fees
Commonwealth Supported

Entry Requirements
Selection Rank (Internal): 72.00 (for 2024)
Selection Rank (Guaranteed): 72.00 (for 2025)
TAFE/RTO (Guaranteed): DIP
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Prerequisites
SACE Stage 2 Math Methods
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Assumed Knowledge
SACE Stage 2 Physics
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Entry requirements

Admission criteria

The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.

Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.

Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfil any prerequisite requirements and essential requirements for admission:

Recent secondary education
Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
AND
- Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
- Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
- Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.

OR
Higher education study
- Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or
- Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above, or
- Complete the Associate Degree in Engineering at the University of South Australia
OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
- Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above
OR
Work and life experience
- Qualify for Special Entry, or
- Complete a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
- Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past
Essential requirements for admission
Prerequisites

SACE Stage 2 Math Methods

Assumed Knowledge

SACE Stage 2 Physics
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This program allows progression to fast-track Masters. Visit Fast-track to Masters in STEM for more information.

Aim

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil and Structural) uses an industry focused, project-based teaching and learning approach to develop professional structural engineers who are well prepared to work in diverse, interdisciplinary teams to solve complex problems in a socially and culturally appropriate manner.

Content & Structure

The program consists of a common first year across all Engineering disciplines. The first two years of the program provide an introduction to the main areas available in civil engineering, a broad base in engineering, science, and maths, as well as other skills such as design, problem solving, team work and communication that are essential for professional practice as an engineer. In third year students focus in detail on structural, water and geotechnical engineering - and their interaction with the environment. Third year continues the professional practice development through a focus on business management knowledge required by engineers. Half of fourth year is devoted to major projects, both design and research, with the remainder being specialist courses and one civil engineering elective. Work-integrated learning is facilitated through the UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program, requiring students to gain at least 450 hours (60 days FTE) of skills and competencies through a range of engagement activities such as placements, internships, guest lectures, industry panels, site visits, networking and events. Industry internship options are also available.

From 4 August 2025, the University of South Australia will no longer be accepting applications for new students. Study at Adelaide University.

What courses you'll study

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Programming Concepts	COMP 1045	4.5
Engineering Materials	RENG 1005	4.5
Mathematical Methods for Engineers 1	MATH 1063	4.5
Sustainable Engineering Practice	ENGG 1003	4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Mathematical Methods for Engineers 2	MATH 1064	4.5
Electrical and Electronic Systems	EEET 1027	4.5
Engineering Mechanics	MENG 1012	4.5
Engineering Design and Innovation	ENGG 1004	4.5
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Engineering Modelling	MATH 2009	4.5
Mechanics of Materials	CIVE 2005	4.5
Introduction to Surveying and Spatial Sciences	GEOE 1018	4.5
Engineering and Environmental Geology	EART 3012	4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Introduction to Water Engineering	CIVE 2010	4.5
Project Management for Engineers	ENGG 2004	4.5
Civil Engineering Techniques	CIVE 2009	4.5
Road Design and Traffic Management	CIVE 2012	4.5
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Design Management for Engineers	ENGG 3006	4.5
Soil Mechanics	CIVE 3008	4.5
Steel and Timber Design	CIVE 3013	4.5
Hydraulics and Hydrology	CIVE 3009	4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Geotechnical Engineering	CIVE 3007	4.5	Note(s): 4
Reinforced Concrete Design	CIVE 3003	4.5	Note(s): 4
Structural Analysis	CIVE 3011	4.5
Water Resources Systems Design	CIVE 3010	4.5	Note(s): 4
FOURTH YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Engineering Industry Experience	ENGG 4017	0		Rule(s): 1,2
Engineering Capstone Experience A	ENGG 4007	4.5	Note(s): 3,4
Engineering Honours Project A	ENGG 4009	4.5	Note(s): 3,4
Civil Honours Electives		4.5	Note(s): 1,2,4
Advanced Concrete Structures	CIVE 5079	4.5	Note(s): 2,4
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Engineering Capstone Experience B	ENGG 4008	4.5	Note(s): 3,4
Engineering Honours Project B	ENGG 4010	4.5	Note(s): 3,4
Earthquake and Masonry Engineering	CIVE 4036	4.5	Note(s): 4
Advanced Steel Structures	CIVE 5080	4.5	Note(s): 2,4

Electives

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units
Civil Honours Electives
Advanced Construction Management	BUIL 4013	4.5
Principles of Project Management	BUSS 5142	4.5
Water Quality Modelling	CIVE 5066	4.5
Advanced Concrete Structures	CIVE 5079	4.5
Advanced Steel Structures	CIVE 5080	4.5
Environmental Engineering and Modelling	CIVE 4038	4.5
Green Infrastructure	CIVE 5085	4.5
Civil Electives
STEM Internship 15 Days	NASC 4022	4.5
Spatial Data Acquisition and Analysis	GEOE 2026	4.5
Contract Administration	BUIL 3010	4.5

Rules & notes

Rules

1. Engineers Australia (EA) requires students to achieve at least 450 hours/60 days full-time equivalent (FTE) of discipline and/or industry related skills and competencies prior to graduation. At UniSA, students must complete the UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program (PPP) to gain these hours through a range of professional engagement activities such as placements, internships, guest lectures, industry panels, site visits, networking, and industry events. Please contact STEM.placements@unisa.edu.au for more information.

2. Upon completion of the UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program (PPP) students will be invited to enrol in this course and complete the required assessment. Students will not be eligible to graduate until they have obtained a non-graded pass (NGP) for this course.

Notes

1. Not all electives will be offered every year. Other options not listed here may only be taken with the prior agreement of the Program Director.

2. To enrol in a course with a catalogue number starting with 5 (e.g. CIVE 5xxx), students need to apply for a career permission override via myEnrolment and gain approval first.

3. Students must undertake a final year project. This can be completed as an on-campus research project or with Program Director's approval as an industry project at a workplace. Contact the Program Director for more information.

4. Students must complete at least 36 units with honours level outcomes. This course may contribute towards the final honours grade for the program.

Professional accreditation and recognition

This program is professionally accredited by Engineers Australia and is designed to meet the requirements for graduate membership of Engineers Australia and comparable international institutions.