Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) (Honours) / Environmental Science
Manage human interaction with the environment. Gain a broad foundation in civil engineering and environmental sciences, and learn how to design systems that anticipate and manage the way humans interact with the environment. During the program, you'll build expertise in areas including environmental management, planning and restoration, managed ecosystems and marine science.
In this program you will:
- Learn about the creative nature of engineering
- Develop skills in problem-solving, teamwork and communication
- Gain technical, business management and scientific environmental knowledge
- Graduate with the scientific skills needed to make judgements on the conservation and use of Australia's natural ecosystems and resources
- Complete more than 60 days of work experience
Location
CRICOS code
Entry threshold
ATAR/RankDuration
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.Indicative fees
Indicative 2025 fees (A$)
CSP Annual fee / Estimated total feeQTAC code
Start
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
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- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Delivery mode
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- Blended Learning
- Total courses
- 40
- Total units
- 480
- Duration
- 5 years 5 years
- CRICOS code
- 085715F
- UniSC program code
- SC425
Introductory courses (11) 132 units
ENG101 An Introduction to Working within the Community
ENG102 Biology
ENG103 Business Study Skills
ENG104 Mathematical Methods for Science and Engineering
ENS103 Academic Skills for Success
MTH103 Digital Futures
MTH104 Chemistry
SCI102 Mathematics
SCI105 Statistics
SCI107 Critical Thinking in Society
SCI110 Biology
Developing courses (13) 156 units
CIV200 Business Study Skills
CIV201 Academic Skills for Success
ENS221 Digital Futures
ENS222 Chemistry
ENS224 Mathematics
ENS242 Statistics
ENS253 An Introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Societies
MEC200 Critical Thinking in Society
MEC221 An Introduction to Working within the Community
MEC225 Biology
MTH201 Business Study Skills
MTH203 Mathematical Methods for Science and Engineering
PLUS 1 course from the following:
ANM203 Theories of Counselling: From Freud to Integrative Practice
SCI202 Therapeutic Communication Skills
Graduate courses (15) 180 units
CIV300 Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: Skills and Applications
CIV301 Strengths Based Counselling: Collaborative Approaches
CIV330 Elements of Design
CIV340 Design in Application
CIV400 Animation Principles, Process and Production
CIV401 Animation and Visualisation
CIV404 Digital Sculpting: Creatures and Characters
CIV451 Sensing Environments
ENG302 Design Capstone
ENG304 Industry Project 1: Communication, Creativity and Design
ENG401 Industry Internship 1: Communication, Creativity and Design
ENG402 Design in Application
ENS321 Animation Principles, Process and Production
ENS325 Animation and Visualisation
GEO302 Digital Sculpting: Creatures and Characters
Elective course (1) 12 units
Select 1 elective course (12 units) from the undergraduate elective course options.
Honours
The Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) (Honours) may be awarded with Honours. The class of Honours to be awarded to a student is dependent upon:
- the percentage results achieved by study or transfer in eleven courses (132 units) as specified in the table below;
and
- the student achieving at least 65% in ENG402 Engineering Research Project 2.
| COURSES |
| CIV201 Planning and Environmental Law |
| CIV300 Environmental Impact Assessment |
| ENG302 Environmental and Resource Economics |
| CIV301 Environmental Health Risk Management |
| ENG304 International Development and Aid |
| ENG401 Development Practice and Evaluation |
| ENG402 International Human Rights, Peace and Conflict, and Environmental Justice |
| CIV404 International Development Project A |
| CIV400 Water Supply and Wastewater Treatment systems |
| CIV451 Concrete Structures and Technology |
| CIV401 Sustainable Transport Systems |
| MTH203 Numerical Analysis |
A student must complete a minimum of 8 courses (96 units) in the table and the research project for an honours grade to be awarded.
The minimum levels of achievement normally required for each class of honours are shown in the following table:
| Honours results classification | Overall Percentage attainded in Specified Courses* |
| Honours Class I | 80% - 100% |
| Honours Class IIA | 70% - 79% |
| Honours Class IIB | 60% - 69% |
*The percentage result shall be rounded up if ≥ 0.5 or rounded down if < 0.5.
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Entry requirements
For entry into most UniSC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.
Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.
Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that UniSC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.
If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.
English language requirements
You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).
Minimum entry threshold
Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.
| Location | ATAR/Rank |
|---|---|
| Sunshine Coast | 61.00 |
| Moreton Bay | 61.00 |
Post admission requirements
Students must complete 60 days of suitable field experience.
Additional entry information
Applicants from a non-English speaking background should refer to the English language requirements for further information.
Exemption for first year Mathematics
Students who enter the program having achieved a 'Very High Achievement' in Maths C in secondary school may be eligible for an exemption for MTH103 Introduction to Applied Mathematics and may also be eligible for an exemption to MTH104 Introductory Calculus on application. Students who are exempted from one or two courses will need to substitute one or two engineering relevant courses in order to fulfil the requirements of the degree.
- Prerequisites
English (Units 3 and 4, C); Maths Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)
- Recommended prior study
- Specialist Maths; and Physics or Chemistry
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 480 units as outlined in the Program Structure
- Complete a minimum of 60 days of suitable work experience. Students must meet all costs associated with the acquisition of practical experience to satisfy this requirement
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
- The unit value of all courses 12 units unless otherwise specified
- It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa
- Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.
- CSP estimate
- A$7,008
- Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$29,600
- Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$148,000