Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering)
Student type:
Quick facts
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Entry score
Not applicable
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Duration
Full-time 2 years, Part-time 4 years -
Location
Melbourne City -
Fees
Next intake
February, July Entry score
6.5 IELTS
Duration
Full-time 2 years Location
Melbourne City
Overview
This program will deepen your knowledge in the civil engineering fields of design, infrastructure planning, sustainability, project management and transport engineering.
The Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering) will provide you with advanced knowledge and skills in civil engineering to enhance your career prospects in relevant industry sectors.
The program will provide you with skills to step up into roles including project leader, designer, consultant and manager with the knowledge and skills to lead construction projects, and introduce new infrastructure and transport systems.
You will gain knowledge in high-demand areas such as:
- infrastructure planning and management
- infrastructure asset management
- railway infrastructure
- engineering geology and advanced laboratory testing
- stability of earth structures
- advanced transport infrastructure
With an emphasis on project-based and multidisciplinary learning, you will develop your professional engineering competencies in teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, communication and research.
RMIT University is ranked among the world’s top 100 universities in civil and structural engineering (2017 QS World University Rankings by Subject).
Details
This program incorporates blended learning, which includes face-to-face teaching and intensive and e-learning delivery modes.
You will undertake a comprehensive program of supervised laboratory work and industry visits to relevant organisations. The laboratory program will allow you to use specialist equipment in civil engineering for both testing and researching problems and solutions.
Through common core courses you will engage with the wider engineering community, enhancing your cohort experience and enabling multidisciplinary learning.
You'll have access to online resources through the myRMIT student portal.
This program has strong links with industry through its Industry Advisory Committee and through research and teaching collaborations.
Many program teaching staff are from local industry or have extensive previous industry experience and well-developed contact networks, and many are currently engaged in industry-funded research projects.
These attributes, when integrated into teaching and courseware development, ensure that your learning experience is industry-relevant and work-integrated.
The Research Project course, undertaken in second year, provides opportunities for Work Integrated Learning through industry-based projects.
The Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering) consists of 192 credit points and will meet AQF level 9 learning outcomes.
In your first year you’ll share four common courses with other Master of Engineering programs as well as studying specialist civil engineering courses.
You'll study fundamental areas such as infrastructure asset management, advanced geotechnical engineering and advanced transport engineering and have the opportunity to specialise in infrastructure management, geotechnical engineering or transport engineering.
The common core courses develop skills in:
- sustainable engineering
- managing innovation and technology
- risk and project management
- modelling and simulation
These courses are project-based and structured to replicate the multi-disciplinary team approach of engineers in industry. You’ll work collaboratively with engineering students from other disciplines on real projects drawn from industry. Projects change each year and past examples include a wastewater treatment plant and road/rail separation at level crossings.
In your final semester you'll tackle a significant research project, designed to bring together the knowledge and skills gained throughout the program. This project can be drawn from industry or simulate an industry environment.
Part-time students
Part-time students should enrol in two courses per semester, beginning with core courses in the first year of study and then moving into the cognate-specific courses in year two and three, and finally undertaking the research project in year four.
Choose a program structure
| Title | Location | Duration | Plan code | CRICOS | ||
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| Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering) | City Campus |
2 years full-time; 4 years part-time
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2 years full-time
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MC257 | 087986M |
Choose a program structure
Program code: MC257
Career
The built environment is constantly evolving in terms of new technologies and practices, with a continuing demand for civil engineers in Australia and overseas, particularly Southeast Asia and East Asia.
Professionals with an up-to-date and specialised understanding of this field will be sought after in areas such as construction, infrastructure, mining, building services, water and transport and logistics sectors.
The Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering) is not accredited, although it has been developed to align with the Engineers Australia accreditation framework.
Engineers Australia is the professional body responsible for the accreditation of higher education programs that prepare students to practise as professional engineers.
Graduates of the Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering) may be eligible to apply for membership of Engineers Australia.
Admissions
You must have successfully completed:
- An Australian bachelor degree (or international equivalent) in engineering, engineering science or engineering technology with one of the following disciplines: civil, structural, mining or environmental engineering, or engineering systems and a GPA of at least 2.5 out of 4.0, or equivalent. You may also be eligible for entry if you have a GPA below 2.5 (out of 4.0) and at least two years' current, relevant, work experience in industry.
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- A Master of Engineering by coursework in one of the following disciplines: civil, structural, mining or environmental engineering, or engineering systems, or equivalent.
International qualifications are assessed for parity to Australian qualifications according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Exemptions
Some applicants may be eligible for exemptions. Approved exemptions may change the duration of their study in the program
You must have successfully completed:
- An Australian bachelor degree (or international equivalent) in engineering, engineering science or engineering technology with one of the following disciplines: civil, structural, mining or environmental engineering, or engineering systems and a GPA of at least 2.5 out of 4.0, or equivalent. You may also be eligible for entry if you have a GPA below 2.5 (out of 4.0) and at least two years' current, relevant, work experience in industry.
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- A Master of Engineering by coursework in one of the following disciplines: civil, structural, mining or environmental engineering, or engineering systems, or equivalent.
International qualifications are assessed for parity to Australian qualifications according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Exemptions
Some applicants may be eligible for exemptions. Approved exemptions may change the duration of their study in the program
Entry requirements
To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:
- IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
- TOEFL (Paper Based Test): minimum score of 580 (TWE 4.5)
- TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.
For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.
Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an Advanced Plus Certificate at RMIT English Worldwide.
Pathways
Fees
Entry for this program is primarily through Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs).
Government financial assistance is available to eligible students regardless of the type of place you enrol in.
2019 indicative fees
Commonwealth supported places (CSP) range from AU$6,566 to AU$10,958*
Full-fee places: AU$31,680*
* Amounts quoted are indicative fees per annum, and are based on a standard year of full-time study (96 credit points). A proportionate fee applies for more or less than the full-time study load.
Additional expenses
Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): AU$303 maximum fee for 2019.
Other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment.
Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide.
For more information and to learn how to calculate your exact tuition fees see postgraduate study fees.
How much can I expect to pay for my Commonwealth supported place?
In 2019, the annual student contribution amount you will pay for a standard year of full-time study is between AU$6,566 to AU$10,958.
Courses (subjects) fall into one of three bands. The band determines the student contribution amount for the course.
Amounts listed in the table below are based on a standard, full-time study load (96 credit points per year) with all courses in the same band. A proportionate fee applies for more or less than the full-time study load or for enrolment in courses (subjects) from a combination of bands.
You can learn how to calculate your exact tuition fees for units from different bands at Fees for Commonwealth supported students.
Student contribution band by course (subject) |
Maximum annual student contribution amount in 2019 |
Band 1: humanities, behavioural science, social studies, clinical psychology, foreign languages, visual and performing arts, education, nursing |
$6,566 per standard year |
Band 2: mathematics, statistics, computing, built environment, other health, allied health, science, engineering, surveying, agriculture |
$9,359 per standard year |
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$10,958 per standard year |
How does a HELP loan work?
If your FEE-HELP and/or SA-HELP loan application is successful, the Australian Government will pay RMIT, on your behalf, up to 100% of your fees. This amount will become part of your accumulated HELP debt.
You only start repaying your accumulated HELP debt to the Australian Government once you earn above the minimum income threshold for repayment, which is set each year by the Australian Government (this also applies if you are still studying). The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) will calculate your compulsory repayment for the year and include this on your income tax notice.
For more information about loan repayment options see Commonwealth assistance (HELP loans) or Study Assist.
In addition to tuition fees, you will be charged an annual student services and amenities fee (SSAF), which is used to maintain and enhance services and amenities that improve your experience as an RMIT student.
The SSAF is calculated based on your enrolment load and the maximum fee for 2019 is $303.
You may be eligible to apply to defer payment of the SSAF through the SA-HELP loan scheme. If you use SA‑HELP, the amount will be added to your accumulated HELP debt.
For more information about calculating your actual SSAF see Paying SSAF.
You may also be required to purchase other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment. These additional fees and expenses vary from program to program.
The annual tuition fee for 2019 is AU$36,480.
The total indicative tuition fee for 2019 commencement is AU$73,920.
In addition to tuition fees you also need to pay for:
- Student services and amenities fee (SSAF) in each calendar year.
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) - Student visa holders must have cover for the total duration of their visa.
- Some programs incur additional expenses.
You also need to account for your living expenses. Estimate the cost of living in Melbourne.