Major overview
Civil and construction engineers design and construct society’s infrastructure. They have key roles in creating buildings, bridges, roads and highways, harbours, dams, irrigation and water supplies, municipal infrastructure and other large projects.
In this course, you will develop scientific, mathematical and practical skills, and learn how to apply your skills in various areas of civil and construction engineering.
Those areas include: structural analysis and design, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, hydraulics, construction management and methods, water and environmental resources, and professional practice.
Graduates will be equipped with the skills to design and construct the infrastructure of tomorrow.
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information on units and course structure, visit our Handbook.
How to study this major
A major is a set of eight or more units you complete as part of a degree, including at least two in your final year. To study this major, you’ll need to apply for one of the degrees listed below.
Career outcomes
Careers
- Civil engineer
- Construction engineer
- Geotechnical engineer
- Mining engineer
- Site engineer
- Structural engineer
Industries
- Construction
- Mining
- Transportation
- Water supply
Professional accreditation and recognition
Curtin's Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is accredited in Australia by Engineers Australia and recognised internationally.
This course is also accredited in Malaysia by the Board of Engineers Malaysia.
Why study at Curtin?
Industry links
This course includes substantial professional practice, giving you valuable experience and industry connections.
World-ranked global university
Curtin is ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide, by the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU 2025).
Industry accredited
Accredited in Australia by Engineers Australia and recognised internationally, and accredited in Malaysia by the Board of Engineers Malaysia.
Hear from our students
"I chose a double degree in Civil and Construction Engineering and Commerce so that I could combine my passion for bringing ideas to life with skills in financial management. After I finish my course, I’d like to put my civil engineering skills to use in Sri Lanka, helping build schools and hospitals. As a John Curtin Scholarship recipient, I’m surrounded by other high-achievers who want to make every opportunity count."
Ramudhi
Kottage
How to apply
This degree is part of a degree. To apply, choose the degree you want to study and review its entry requirements. Then, prepare any required documents and submit your application before the deadline for your chosen intake.
After you receive and accept your offer, you can enrol in this degree either at the start of your degree or later in your studies, depending on your course structure.
Choose your degree
To study this major, you'll need to apply one of the degrees listed below.Explore more
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