The Department of Civil and Infrastructure Engineering offers a wide range of cutting-edge research projects for Master by Research and PhD students, supported by prestigious funding sources, including the Australian Research Council (ARC), industry partnerships, and international joint PhD programs. Our research tackles real-world challenges in sustainable infrastructure, advanced construction materials, smart transport systems, digital engineering, and climate-resilient urban development.
Students can engage in ARC-funded fundamental research, industry-driven projects focused on technological innovation and commercial impact, and internationally co-supervised PhD programs that promote global collaboration. With access to world-class research facilities, strong industry networks, and interdisciplinary expertise, our graduates are well-prepared to drive the future of civil and infrastructure engineering.
The Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering) at RMIT equips students with advanced engineering skills to address real-world infrastructure challenges. Emphasizing infrastructure sustainability, resilience, and digital innovation, the program integrates industry-focused and fundamental research in structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, construction materials, and transport systems.
Supported by ARC-funded projects, industry partnerships, and cutting-edge research centres, students benefit from expert supervision, state-of-the-art laboratories, and hands-on industry experience. Graduates are well-prepared to drive innovation in sustainable infrastructure, smart construction, and advanced materials.
The PhD in Civil Engineering at RMIT is designed for high-achieving researchers looking to make groundbreaking contributions to civil and infrastructure engineering. Through this program, candidates will apply advanced engineering expertise to tackle complex challenges and develop innovative solutions that enhance the sustainability, resilience, and efficiency of infrastructure systems.
PhD candidates engage in cutting-edge research across diverse areas, including computational mechanics, construction materials, geotechnical engineering, structural optimization, transport engineering, and water systems engineering. Research is conducted under the supervision of leading academics within RMIT’s Centre for Innovative Structures and Materials (CISM) and Resilient Infrastructure Group, leveraging world-class facilities and state-of-the-art laboratories.
With strong industry collaborations, many research projects are funded through the Australian Research Council (ARC), industry partnerships, and international joint PhD programs, ensuring real-world impact and global relevance. Candidates may undertake research in either a thesis, thesis with publication, or project-based mode, depending on their research focus and career aspirations.
Graduates from this program are highly sought after in academia, industry, and government, driving innovation in smart infrastructure, sustainable construction, structural resilience, and advanced engineering materials.
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