Study Civil and Environmental Engineering at UTS
Civil and environmental engineers play a critical role in improving the way we live. They create efficient buildings and infrastructure, design solutions to protect soil and water from contamination, plan waste and pollution control, and ensure the availability of resource recovery systems.
The UTS Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil and Environmental Engineering is your passport to a future that blends problem-solving, innovation, and global leadership. In this course, you’ll build knowledge in civil engineering, pollution control, transport, renewable energy, environmental analysis, ecology and physicochemical processes. You’ll understand the social, political and legal aspects of environmental planning and management, giving you the skills you need for a successful career in civil and environmental engineering.
As an Australian student, you have the chance to apply for a Commonwealth Supported Place for this course. Find out if you meet the criteria and learn the steps to apply.
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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil & Environmental)
CODE
UTS: C09066 (version 6)
CRICOS: 084098A
UAC: 603006 Civil & Environmental (Autumn Session, Spring Session)
DURATION
4 years full time
8 years part time
INTAKE
Autumn Session 2025
Spring Session 2025
Autumn Session 2026
Spring Session 2026
COURSE FEES
LOCATION
City campus
What you’ll study
In this degree, you’ll undertake a range of core Engineering subjects to establish your knowledge of key areas like mathematics, modelling and project management. In your major, you'll acquire a wide variety of competencies including soil behaviour, structures, geotechnical engineering, renewable energy, computations, surveying, water and environmental design and planning.
Your professional placement and capstone project will ensure you graduate with the employment and research capabilities required for an exciting career.
Subjects at a glance
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Core subjects
Subject Code Subject Name 68037 Physical Modelling33130 Mathematics 133230 Mathematics 248230 Introduction to Engineering Projects41200 Engineering Project Appraisal41201 Designing Sustainable Engineering Projects41202 Professional Engineering Communication41203 Collaboration in Complex Projects41035 Professional Practice Preparation 141055 Professional Experience Review
Typical course program
The outline below shows an example program for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil and Environmental Engineering based on a full-time study load. Please note that your exact program may differ based on your unique circumstances, such as your commencement date, subject selections and recognition of prior learning.
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- 8
- core subjects
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- 20
- Civil and Environmental Engineering major subjects
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- 4
- Civil and Environmental Engineering specialist subjects
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- 2
- Professional Engineering Practice subjects
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First year
To commence your degree, you’ll undertake subjects from your core and major. This will give you a comprehensive introduction to areas such as mathematics, surveying and engineering mechanics, which will provide a solid basis for your future studies. -
Second year
You’ll get to go deeper in your second year, learning about environmental engineering, sustainability and computational methods. You’ll also prepare for your professional practice, getting invaluable insight into the creation and execution of engineering projects. -
Third year
You will continue undertaking specialised subjects, where you’ll learn about soil, concrete, structural analysis, hydraulics and pollution control. You’ll also get to put theory into practice, undertaking your professional work experience in a real engineering company. -
Fourth year
You’ll finalise your degree by completing your capstone research project. You’ll also complete any remaining subjects, rounding out your education experience and ensuring you’re ready to enter the engineering profession.
Course highlights
This program will equip you with a wide array of key skills required by professional civil and environmental engineers. You’ll also attain valuable expertise in pollution control, transport, renewable energy, environmental analysis, ecology and physico-chemical processes, plus an understanding of the social, political and legal aspects of environmental planning and management.
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Industry accreditation
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil & Environmental Engineering is accredited by Engineers Australia at the Graduate Professional Engineer level. The degree is recognised internationally by signatories to the Washington Accord.
Admissions information
Admissions information
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Entry schemes and pathways
UTS Early Entry program
If you've excelled in Year 11, our Early Entry program rewards the hard work you've put into your studies. Successful applicants receive a provisional offer before their HSC/IB exams.
Elite athletes and performers
If you're an elite athlete or performer who has represented your school or state at a national level, and your studies have been affected, this scheme is for you.
InpUTS
If you've experienced long-term disadvantages that have affected your education, you may be eligible for selection rank adjustments through inpUTS.
Completing a recognised TAFE or VET provider qualification
With a VET qualification, you're eligible to apply for certain courses. Take the next step in your education.
Jumbunna Admissions Program
If you're Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, Jumbunna is an alternative application process for our courses that emphasises diverse pathways to success.
Changing from another undergraduate course
You can apply for our courses using your previous study. You may even be eligible for recognition of prior learning, so you won’t need to repeat subjects.
Careers
Your future career
This degree will fully prepare you for a rewarding, exciting career in Civil and Environmental Engineering. Possessing an acute, up-to-date knowledge of key practices and hands-on experience in research, project management and implementation, you’ll have a sought-after skillset that will see you in high demand in a wide array of engineering and related fields.
You’ll be ready to launch a successful future, where you’ll use your advanced engineering knowledge to create the places, spaces and things that will shape the world of tomorrow into a better, more sustainable place.
Career options
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“The thing that I like about engineering is the practical side. You really see things come to life. It’s not just thoughts on paper – it’s thoughts on paper that turn into reality. It’s about people, and it’s about connecting to people and project management.”
Alexandra Devlin
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Where you’ll study
Our world-class facilities support your future-focused learning and high-impact research. They enable effective partnerships with industry and provide services to our community.
Why UTS?
Why study Engineering at UTS
Engineers are pivotal in the technology revolution. With a degree in engineering at UTS, you'll learn the latest technical and leadership skills to solve practical industry challenges and address global issues.
Our degrees prioritise hands-on learning. With over 1000 partner companies to choose from, you'll have ample opportunities to apply innovative approaches to industry problems, studios and hackathons before you graduate.
11.7%
increase in engineering manager positions over the next five years.
Labour Market Insights 2021
$187,700
Median annual earnings as engineering managers.
Labour Market Insights 2021
Above world standard
for Engineering.
2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) evaluation
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