Civil Engineering/Science
This course information is for international students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of Civil Engineering/Bachelor of Science
CRICOS course code
049945B
Length
5.5 years (or 5 years in an accelerated program)
Campuses
Bendigo
Course description
This course allows students to complement civil engineering training with a science major, leading to professional qualifications in both areas. Graduates are multi-skilled and can apply their extensive knowledge to civil engineering projects in fields including: water management, soil management, energy management and environmental management.
Students also have access to the Faculty Industry Cadetship Program and mentoring programs, which vary by course and campus. Visit Faculty website for more details.
Course structure
First-year studies include mathematics, physics, engineering, accounting, and environmental science. Later-year subjects cover surveying, geomatics and hydraulics, environmental law, earth science, structural mechanics and design, advanced mathematics, geotechnology, and regional and transport engineering.
Students can choose studies from the following sciences: biochemistry, biomedical sciences, biotechnology, chemistry, information technology (IT), mathematics and statistics, and psychology.
Handbook
Major areas of study
Engineering, science.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.Please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information.
Application
Visit our How to Apply website for details on preparing an application.
Tuition fee (AUD)
21 600
The University reserves the right to vary fees on an annual basis. Fees will not normally rise above 7% per annum. Should the University decide to increase its fees, that increase will take effect on 1 January of the following year.
English language requirements
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe University Language Centre; for more information please visit the the www.latrobe.edu.au/icollege La Trobe International College website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 550 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 213 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 80 with no individual score less than 20; or
Satisfactory completion of an English language subject at Year 12 or equivalent level. This must have been completed in the last two years and at an academic level acceptable to the University; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTU Foundation Studies - 80
Aust. Yr 12 (ENTER) 2009 (indicative only) - 72.6
International Baccalaureate - 25
Cambridge A Levels/STPM - 7
Sri Lankan A Levels - BBC
MICSS (UEC) - 4A 2B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 70
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 4
Sweden Slutbetyg - G/VG
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 70
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
National (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Shanghai (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Guangzhou (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 3.2
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 3.0
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's
Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's
undergraduate program. For more information please visit the the www.latrobe.edu.au/icollege La Trobe International College website.
Subject prerequisites
Mathematics determined to be equivalent to VCE Units 3 & 4 Mathematical Methods (either) or Specialist Mathematics or Physics.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (March)
For actual course commencement dates, please visit the calendar.Career opportunities
Graduates with civil engineering and science studies (either biotechnology or chemistry major) are well placed to work in the growing water and wastewater industries. See online individual course entries for further details.
Professional recognition
This course is accredited by Engineers Australia. Depending on the specific studies chosen, accreditation with the relevant science professional association is possible.
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scitecheng/prospective/ug-courses.html
Contact information
Online Enquiry
Future students: 61 3 9627 4805
In Australia (freecall): 1800 619 768
Current students and enquires relating to submitted applications:
61 3 9479 1199
international@latrobe.edu.au