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March
July
Start a career where your work shapes the world around you
Whether you’re designing climate-resilient cities, revolutionising transport networks, or pioneering sustainable infrastructure, your expertise will leave a lasting impact. With industry experience and in-demand skills, you'll be ready to lead the next generation of civil engineering innovation:
Civil Engineer
Civil engineers are the visionaries behind the infrastructure that supports our daily lives. They design, plan, and oversee the construction of essential projects such as roads, bridges, dams, airports and water supply systems.
Their work ensures that these structures are safe, efficient, and sustainable, directly impacting the quality of life in our communities.
Structural Engineer
Structural engineers focus on ensuring structures such as buildings, bridges and dams can withstand the various forces and pressures applied to them. They analyse and design the skeletal framework, ensuring stability and safety throughout their lifespan.
This role is crucial in preventing structural failures and in the development of innovative building solutions.
Sources: Jobs and Skills Australia, 2024 | Seek Australia, 2024
Construction Engineer
Construction engineers are the masterminds behind successful construction projects. They manage everything from planning to execution, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. With a focus on leadership and coordination, construction engineers play a crucial role in bringing complex engineering projects to life.
Study: Construction Management, Civil Engineering.
Geotechnical Engineer
Geotechnical engineers are the experts in soil and rock mechanics, analysing the properties of these materials to design safe and stable foundations for structures. They play a critical role in ensuring the stability and safety of buildings, bridges, and other infrastructure.
Study: Civil Infrastructure, Civil Engineering
Environmental Engineer
Environmental engineers are the protectors of our planet, assessing and mitigating the environmental impact of engineering projects. They design systems for waste management, water treatment, and pollution control, ensuring that projects are sustainable and environmentally friendly.
Study: Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering
With further postgraduate study and work experience, careers could include:
- Engineering Project Director
- Hydrologist
- Water Resources Specialist
- Transport Planning Consultant
- Geotechnical Consultant
- Infrastructure Policy Advisor
- Academic
What will you study to start your career in engineering?
We've built this degree in consultation with industry to ensure you learn the skills that are in demand by employers.
Accreditation or Professional Recognition
This course is accredited by Engineers Australia at the level of professional engineer. Professional engineering courses accredited by Engineers Australia are recognised internationally under the Washington Accord. Graduates meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered professional engineering status.
Learn from the experts.
Our incredible teaching and professional staff are experts in their fields and well-connected to the industry.
Frequently asked questions.
Over the years, many questions have been asked by students before. For the quickest answers view our frequently asked questions or browse the full list @ Ask Flinders.
Civil Engineering is the design, construction and maintenance of the built environment – everything from roads, bridges and buildings to water systems, tunnels and transport networks. If it’s built and used by people, chances are a civil engineer made it happen.
They plan and manage large infrastructure projects, solve problems around safety and sustainability, and help shape how cities and communities function. Their work keeps society running—literally—from clean water to safe transport.
Not at all. Civil engineers also work in design offices, government planning, sustainability, disaster recovery, and digital modelling. Many specialise in areas like environmental engineering, structural design, transport, or geotechnical systems.
Strong problem-solving skills, a good grasp of maths and physics, teamwork, and an interest in how things are built. Communication is also key—civil engineers often work with architects, governments and contractors.
Almost anywhere in the world. Civil engineers are needed in construction, consulting firms, government departments, mining, transport, renewable energy, and humanitarian or disaster-relief work.
Yes. As populations grow and climate resilience becomes more urgent, there’s increasing demand for civil engineers to design smarter, safer and more sustainable infrastructure.
- Applications are completed via SATAC
- Visit: satac.edu.au
The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2025. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.
Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published
| ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds | ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors | Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 95.20 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 76.17 | 80.42 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 57.75 | 61.00 |
| Applicant background (Semester 1, 2025) | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course) | 44 | 37% |
| Vocational education and training (VET) study | 5 | 4% |
| Work and life experience | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points) | 28 | 24% |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test) | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways) | 17 | 14% |
| International Students | 18 | 15% |
| All students | 118 | 100% |
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