Diploma of Civil Construction Design

You will gain skills and knowledge to develop work designs for projects like roads, bridges, drainage systems, and subdivisions; master key skills such as road design, structural analysis, project cost estimation, and safety compliance; become proficient with CAD tools and other industry-relevant software; and apply your technical knowledge to plan and manage projects with a high degree of independence.

The course duration is 78 weeks and is delivered at NeXgen Institute's Melbourne and Sydney campuses.

International students must demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following: an IELTS minimum overall band score of 6.0 (results no more than 2 years old), evidence of at least 5 years of study in an English-speaking country, completion of a Certificate III or higher qualification at an Australian RTO within the last 2 years, or equivalent scores in recognised tests such as PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, or Cambridge English within 2 years of the test date.

The 2026 offshore student tuition fee is AU$16,500.00, which excludes material and enrolment fees. For onshore (domestic) student fees, you can contact the admissions team at enquiries@nexgen.edu.au or telephone 1300 561 247.

Assessment is conducted using a range of methods, including practical demonstrations, written assessments, projects, and workplace-based assessment where applicable. Assessments also include design projects, practical simulations, and presentations based on civil construction scenarios. Learners receive ongoing support throughout the program, and progress is monitored to ensure achievement of competency in accordance with national training package requirements.