Master of Civil Engineering
Course Overview
About This Course
Get the skills and knowledge to meet the challenges of disruptive technologies that are reshaping industries and the engineering profession globally with La Trobe's accredited Master of Civil Engineering.
Designed and delivered in consultation with industry leaders, our Master's builds the capabilities and specialist expertise to meet society and industry demands to develop infrastructure faster, better and more sustainably. You'll learn to analyse real-world problems and design modern infrastructure, developing valuable skills transferable across industries. You'll also have the opportunity to experience engineering practice first hand and build valuable industry connections with the option of an 800-hour work-integrated learning (WIL) program.
By completing La Trobe's Master of Civil Engineering, you will:
- gain an understanding of Australian engineering industry sustainability practices
- learn to analyse real-world problems and design modern infrastructure, developing valuable skills transferable across industries.
- master the mechanics of the quality and nature of materials to guide appropriate selection
- discover how to use soil improvement techniques to make infrastructure stronger and more reliable
- develop capabilities in structural dynamics to ensure structures are safe and long-lasting
- discover how water and waste technology can be used as sustainable engineering solutions
- graduate ready to apply for membership of Engineers Australia.
Where You Can Study
Available Locations
Melbourne
Plenty Rd, Bundoora, Melbourne, Victoria 3086
Student Information
Fees & Entry by Student Type
Provider's Published Fee
Duration
Intakes
Study Mode
Eligibility
Entry Requirements
All applicants:
240 credit point pathway
Successful completion of a non-accredited 4-year bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related discipline.
OR
Successful completion of a Sydney Accord-accredited 3-year Bachelor of Technology in civil engineering or related discipline.
Applicants with non-cognate engineering qualifications who also have practical industry experience in civil engineering will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the Department of Engineering.
AND
Applicants may be required to attend an interview.
Eligibility to be assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Department of Engineering.
120 credit point pathway
Successful completion of an Australian or a Washington Accord-accredited 4-year Bachelor or Bachelor (Honours) degree in civil engineering.
Applicants with non-cognate Washington accord engineering qualifications who also have practical industry experience in civil engineering or related fields will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the Department of Engineering.
Academic entry requirements
- The University will access your official transcript upon application.
International students:
English language requirements
6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.
Career & Study Pathways
Where this takes you
Graduate with the skills to succeed as a world-class engineer, preparing you for work in both the public and private sectors in areas such as construction, planning, transport, environment, sanitation, energy and communications.
Possible roles for qualified civil engineer include:
- building surveyor or estimator
- construction engineer
- consulting or contracting civil engineer
- site engineer
- structural engineer
Quality & Recognition
Accreditation & Migration
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Engineers Australia (EA)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
Engineers Australia
Course Content
Units of Competency
Academic Integrity Module
Advanced Engineering Innovation
Advanced Water Technology and Management
Australian Engineering Environment Sustainability and Practice
Building Information Modelling
Engineering Research Methodology and Application
Ground Improvement & Geosynthetics Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Risk and Cost Engineering
Applied Management for Engineers
Computer Aided Engineering
Design for Structural Dynamics
Mechanics of Composite Materials
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Master of Civil Engineering offered at La Trobe University?
Yes, the Master of Civil Engineering is listed as a course offered by La Trobe University, however detailed course information such as entry requirements, units, duration, and intake dates were not available on the page provided.
Where can I find more information about the Master of Civil Engineering at La Trobe?
You can find more information by visiting the La Trobe University website directly at latrobe.edu.au, searching for the Master of Civil Engineering course, or contacting the university's international or domestic student enquiries team via their Contacts page.
Does La Trobe University offer scholarships for postgraduate engineering students?
La Trobe University has a scholarships section on its website, including international scholarships, which prospective postgraduate students including those applying for the Master of Civil Engineering may be eligible to apply for.
Application
How to Apply
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Step 03
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