Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Civil & Environmental)

Program Overview

This foundational year program prepares students for advanced studies and careers in civil engineering, environmental science, and related fields. It offers core courses in business, research, and project management, along with specialized courses in civil and environmental engineering. Graduates are equipped with skills in analysis, design, modeling, management, and communication, opening up career opportunities in various sectors.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Objective:

To serve as a foundational year for the Master of Engineering (Civil and Environmental), upskilling students for advanced studies and career opportunities in civil engineering analysis and design, environmental science, modeling, and management, water and hydrology engineering, as well as research, communication, critical thinking, business, and management skills.

Outline:

Core Courses (12 units):

• Business Management Systems PG (ELEC ENG 7164)
• Research Methods and Statistics (MATHS 7025)
• Project Management Fundamentals (PROJMGNT 5021)

Core Course, Choice of One (3 units):

• Using Machine Learning Tools PG (COMP SCI 7317)
• Communication & Critical Thinking (ENG 7057)
• Systems Engineering 1 (MECH ENG 7056)
• Risk Assessment and Management (PROJMGNT 5004)
• Project Governance and Contracts (PROJMGNT 7012)
• Project Leadership and Communication (PROJMGNT 7038)

Civil & Environmental Specialization Courses (12 units):

• Transport Processes in the Environment (CHEM ENG 7027)
• Climate & Environmental Impact Modeling (ENV ENG 7206)
• Hydrology and Flood Management (CIVILENG 7304)
• Advanced Civil Engineering Hydraulics (CIVILENG 7305)

Assessment:

Assessment varies across courses and may include:

• Class work
• Tutorials
• Assignments
• Laboratory work
• Quizzes
• Project work

Careers:

Potential career paths for graduates include:

• Natural Resource Manager
• Catchment Management
• Civil Engineer
• Seismologist
• Harbor / Water Engineering
• Hydrogeologist
• Water Resources Engineer

Domestic applicants

Indicative annual tuition fees Australian Full-fee place: $43,500

International applicants

Indicative annual tuition fees (24 units) International student place: $51,000