Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Professional)
with a major in Civil – Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
This course has been discontinued - this course is closed for new enrolments, the information on this page is provided for continuing students.
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Professional) includes a mandatory 12-month paid work placement. You'll benefit from Swinburne’s unique industry partnerships, gain invaluable full-time work experience and earn credit towards your degree.
Gain technical expertise and management skills in the engineering field of your choice. Explore options to undertake a study tour to Malaysia, Turkey or India to get hands-on practical experience and work with local communities.
Apply your learning in a professionally focused, multidisciplinary project during your final year of study. Obtain theoretical and practical knowledge by participating in workshops and industry projects to prepare for roles in your chosen field across a range of industries.
Selected major: Civil
Gain technical expertise and management skills needed to plan, design, construct and maintain infrastructure such as buildings, bridges, dams, water supply systems, waste treatment systems, road and rail networks, airports and seaports.
This course has been replaced by the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours).
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Start dates
Hawthorn campus
- Semester 1 - 26 February 2018
- Semester 2 - 30 July 2018
Duration
4.5 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Full-time, Part-time
VTAC codes
- 3400210751 (CSP)
- 3400210753 (IFP)
Faculty
Faculty of Science, Engineering and Technology
Course details
- Course structure, work integrated learning and professional recognition.
Course structure
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Professional) [2016] requires students to complete units of study to the value of 475 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
View course rules and special requirements
View Swinburne Engineering Competencies relevant to learning outcomes for this course.
Selected major: Civil
Gain technical expertise and management skills needed to plan, design, construct and maintain infrastructure such as buildings, bridges, dams, water supply systems, waste treatment systems, road and rail networks, airports and seaports.
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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Placement
4 units (100 credit points)
Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
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Integrated Professional Placement A - Engineering | ENG20003 | 25 |
Integrated Professional Placement B - Engineering | ENG20004 | 25 |
Work Experience In Industry A | WEI20001 | 25 |
Work Experience in Industry B | WEI20002 | 25 |
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Other studies
4 units (25 credit points)
Students may select elective units (12.5 credit points each).
- Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year
- Part-time study: 50 credit points/four standard units of study per year
- One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study)
- See the course planner for an example degree structure
Work Integrated Learning
This degree includes a mandatory 12-month professional placement. This placement provides invaluable full-time, paid work experience. You'll earn credit towards your degree and confidence in knowing that you have what it takes to land a job in your field by graduation. You can participate in other Work Integrated Learning opportunities – choose from professional internships, industry-linked projects, industry study tours and accreditation placements. Find out more.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible to apply for graduate membership of Engineers Australia.
Fees
- Fees for 2021.
Students who participate in a six- or 12-month professional placement will be subject to an increase in total course fees.
2021 rate* | Estimated total cost of the course | Estimated cost of the course per year if studying full-time* | Amenities fee per year if studying full-time* |
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Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) |
$37,762.50 | $7,950 | See how your SSAF is calculated |
How do I pay my fees?
HECS-HELP is a loan and discount scheme available to eligible students enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place. A HECS-HELP loan can cover all or part of the student contribution amount.
Find out more about fees.

Scholarships
At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students.
How to enter this course
- Entry requirements, credit transfer and recognition of prior learning.
How to apply
View the Course Admission Information, which includes the ATAR and Student profiles for this course. Swinburne’s general admissions information is also available here.