Master of Civil Engineering

    Master of Civil Engineering

    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 32,504 / Yaer
    Next IntakeJuly 2, 2026

    Master of Civil Engineering

    About

    Get the skills and knowledge to meet the challenges of disruptive technologies that are reshaping industries and the engineering profession globally with La Trobe's accredited Master of Civil Engineering.

    Designed and delivered in consultation with industry leaders, our Master's builds the capabilities and specialist expertise to meet society and industry demands to develop infrastructure faster, better and more sustainably. You'll learn to analyse real-world problems and design modern infrastructure, developing valuable skills transferable across industries. You'll also have the opportunity to experience engineering practice first hand and build valuable industry connections with the option of an 800-hour work-integrated learning (WIL) program.

    By completing La Trobe's Master of Civil Engineering, you will:

    • gain an understanding of Australian engineering industry sustainability practices
    • learn to analyse real-world problems and design modern infrastructure, developing valuable skills transferable across industries.
    • master the mechanics of the quality and nature of materials to guide appropriate selection
    • discover how to use soil improvement techniques to make infrastructure stronger and more reliable
    • develop capabilities in structural dynamics to ensure structures are safe and long-lasting
    • discover how water and waste technology can be used as sustainable engineering solutions
    • graduate ready to apply for membership of Engineers Australia.

    The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 - Masters Degree.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    240 credit point pathway

    Successful completion of a non-accredited 4-year bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related discipline.

    OR

    Successful completion of a Sydney Accord-accredited 3-year Bachelor of Technology in civil engineering or related discipline.

    OR

    Applicants with non-cognate engineering qualifications who also have practical industry experience in civil engineering will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the Department of Engineering.

    AND

    Applicants may be required to attend an interview.

    Eligibility to be assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Department of Engineering.


    120 credit point pathway

    Successful completion of an Australian or a Washington Accord-accredited 4-year Bachelor or Bachelor (Honours) degree in civil engineering.

    OR

    Applicants with non-cognate Washington accord engineering qualifications who also have practical industry experience in civil engineering or related fields will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the Department of Engineering.

    AND

    Applicants may be required to attend an interview.

    Eligibility to be assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Department of Engineering

    English Program Requirements

    6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.

    Career

    Graduate with the skills to succeed as a world-class engineer, preparing you for work in both the public and private sectors in sectors such as construction, planning, transport, environment, sanitation, energy and communications.

    Possible roles for qualified civil engineer include:

    • building surveyor or estimator
    • construction engineer
    • consulting or contracting civil engineer
    • site engineer
    • structural engineer

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    32,504 / Yaer

    Master of Civil Engineering

    La Trobe University

    La Trobe University

    Australia

    Australia, Melbourne