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
This program is not currently open for application.
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 feeQTAC code
Start
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Start
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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 Cell Biology
ENG102 Introductory Bioscience
ENG103 Human Physiology
ENG104 Human Anatomy
ENS103 Introduction to Behavioural Health
MTH103 Public Health Foundations
MTH104 Professional Health Communication
SCI102 Introductory Bioscience
SCI105 Professional Health Communication
SCI107 Introductory Bioscience
SCI110 Professional Health Communication
Developing courses (13) 156 units
CIV200 Introductory Bioscience
CIV201 Introductory Bioscience
ENS221 Introduction to Criminology
ENS222 Understanding Crime
ENS224 Punishment and Corrections
ENS242 Policing
ENS253 Justice and the Australian Legal System
MEC200 Foundations of Australian Law A
MEC221 Introduction to Criminology
MEC225 Understanding Crime
MTH201 Punishment and Corrections
MTH203 Policing
PLUS 1 course from the following:
ANM203 Justice and the Australian Legal System
SCI202 Introduction to Criminology
Graduate courses (15) 180 units
CIV300 Understanding Crime
CIV301 Punishment and Corrections
CIV330 Policing
CIV340 Justice and the Australian Legal System
CIV400 Japanese A
CIV401 Japanese B
CIV404 Introductory Counselling Skills
CIV451 What Makes Australia? History of Australian Popular Culture: The Twentieth Century and Beyond
ENG302 Global Citizens: A History of Humanity
ENG304 Introduction to International Relations: An Australian Perspective
ENG401 Global Environmental Politics
ENG402 Introduction to Psychology A
ENS321 Introduction to Psychology B
ENS325 Foundations of Human Behaviour
GEO302 Australian Society: How does(n't) it work? - An Introduction to Sociology
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 Introduction to Indigenous Australia |
| CIV300 Introduction to Social Work Practice Theories |
| ENG302 Introductory Counselling Skills |
| CIV301 What Makes Australia? History of Australian Popular Culture: The Twentieth Century and Beyond |
| ENG304 Global Citizens: A History of Humanity |
| ENG401 Introduction to Psychology A |
| ENG402 Introduction to Psychology B |
| CIV404 Foundations of Human Behaviour |
| CIV400 Australian Society: How does(n't) it work? - An Introduction to Sociology |
| CIV451 Introduction to Indigenous Australia |
| CIV401 Introduction to Social Work Practice Theories |
| MTH203 Introductory Counselling Skills |
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 UniSC courses are available on every UniSC campus.
Entry requirements
For entry into most USC 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 USC 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 | 60.00 |
| Moreton Bay | 60.00 |
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)
- Recommended prior study
- Maths Methods and/or Specialist Maths; and Physics or Chemistry
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 UniSC 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$7,818 - 2024 Fees
- Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$30,300