Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or international equivalent) in Engineering, Science or Technology with a major in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Engineering systems, Structural or Mining engineering with a GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0.
Applicants who have a successfully completed a relevant degree (as above) with a GPA of at least 1.5 out of 4, will be considered if they have at least 3 years of relevant industry experience.
OR
Successful completion of an Australian postgraduate qualification (or international equivalent) in a related discipline (as above).
OR
Applicants without any relevant prior qualification will be considered if they have at least 10 years of relevant industry experience.
International qualifications are assessed for comparability to Australian qualifications according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Exemptions
Some applicants may be eligible for exemptions. Approved exemptions may change the duration of their study in the program
To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:
IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.
The Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering) is designed to deepen your knowledge in the civil engineering fields of design, infrastructure planning, sustainability, project management and transport engineering.
The curriculum, shaped by senior academics and industry professionals, provides you with advanced knowledge and skills in civil engineering to enhance your career prospects in relevant industry sectors. Step up into roles including project leader, designer, consultant and manager with the knowledge and skills to lead construction projects and introduce new infrastructure and transport systems.
Gain knowledge in high-demand areas such as:
infrastructure planning and management
infrastructure asset management
railway infrastructure
engineering geology and advanced laboratory testing
stability of earth structures
advanced transport infrastructure
With an emphasis on project-based and multidisciplinary learning, you will develop your professional engineering competencies in teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, communication and research.
RMIT University is ranked among the top 10 universities in Australia for studies in civil engineering, and engineering and technology (2021 QS Rankings by Subject).
CRICOS Code: 087986M
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Program Structure
To graduate you must complete the following. Please note all courses listed may not be available each semester.
Year One of Program
Complete the following Four (4) Courses:
Course Title
Sustainable Engineering Practice and Design
Innovation and Technology Management
Risk and Project Management
Modelling and Simulation of Engineering Systems
ANDSelect and Complete Four (4) of the following Courses:
Course Title
Infrastructure Planning & Management
Infrastructure Asset Management
Railway Infrastructure
Engineering Geology and Advanced Laboratory Testing
Mining Geomechanics and Civil Tunnelling
Stability of Earth Structures
Systems Engineering for Civil Engineers
Professional Experience Postgraduate
Year Two of Program
Select and Complete Three (3) of the following Courses:
Course Title
Advanced Transport Infrastructure
Advanced Geotechnical Design and Construction
Advanced Structural Assessment
Advanced Road Design and Smart Pavement Materials
Structural Refurbishment and Retrofitting
Professional Experience Postgraduate
ANDComplete the following One (1) Course:
Course Title
Research Methods in Engineering
AND{Complete the following One (1) Course:
Course Title
Masters Research Project
ORComplete the following Two (2) Courses:
Course Title
Masters Research Project Part 1
Masters Research Project Part 2
The built environment is constantly evolving in new technologies and practices, with a continuing demand for civil engineers in Australia and overseas, particularly Southeast Asia and East Asia.
Professionals with an up-to-date and specialised understanding of this field will be sought after in construction, infrastructure, mining, building services, water and transport and logistics sectors.
Job Outlook projects that work opportunities for civil engineers will grow by 21.9% to 2024. They also estimate that the most common annual salary for civil engineers in Australia is between $100,000 and $120,000.
OSHC: 530 ($) per year
