OpenBachelor honoursEngineering and Related Technologies

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Engineering)

ProviderVictoria University
Course code: VTAC4301010221UniversityStudy area: Engineering and Related TechnologiesCourse data availableData JSON

Course overview

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)(Civil Engineering) has been designed to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world. Grounded in sustainability principles and cutting-edge technologies, this degree prepares to plan, design, and deliver the infrastructure that supports resilient, liveable, and future-ready communities. From the outset, you will engage with real-world engineering challenges through project-based learning and integrated design project. You will explore key civil engineering disciplines, structures, transport, water, geotechnical, and construction, while also developing skills in systems thinking, digital modelling, and stakeholder collaboration. The course incorporates the latest thinking in digital transformation and human-centred design. With strong industry engagement and a focus on practical learning, the course supports the development of a career-ready mindset and the ability to approach complex problems with creativity, collaboration, and technical rigour.

Entry requirements

Review the available standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.

Standard entry

Current Year 12 graduates

Educational outcomes considered for selection

Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent).

SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme)

Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS).

Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application.

For further information go to Victoria University SEAS information and the Victoria University website

Recent Year 12 graduates

Applicants with Higher Education study

Entire academic record

This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.

Bridging and enabling courses

Completion of a bridging or enabling course e.g.

Foundation course or equivalent.

Higher Education studies

Full or partial completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent), or completion of two units of Higher Education studies

Applicants with VET study

VET studies

Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent), or completion of the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (or equivalent).

Applicants with work and life experience

VTAC Personal Statement

Applicants who wish other criteria to be considered such as work/life experience or motivation to study should complete the VTAC Personal Statement.

Supporting documentation should include a current resume and any other relevant evidence e.g. letter from employer, professional development activities etc.

Work/Life Experience

Five years (minimum) work/life experience in Construction or similar, or completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago, plus units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent), and units 3 and 4 with a study score of 20 in Mathematics (any) (or equivalent).

English requirement
IELTS Academic 6

If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.

Course curriculum

Course structure, credit points and subject sequence

Course curriculum not yet available

Refer to the institution course handbook.