194204 v.3 Master of Engineering Science (Civil Engineering)


MEngSc(Curtin)

Introduction


This course is designed to allow a graduate in engineering to proceed to further studies in a particular field by means of advanced coursework and a project. This program is more suited to international students.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites


A recognised bachelor of engineering degree at honours level. The Department of Civil Engineering is prepared to consider applications from other graduates in engineering but admission in such cases may be subject to successful completion of a prescribed qualifying program.

Recognition of Prior Learning


Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability


The course is by coursework and project and normally requires one to two years of full-time or equivalent part-time study. Three intakes are offered each year, in January, May and September.

Course Organisation


The program of study is assigned to the candidate after consultation with the Head of Department. The availability of course units is currently under review and inquiries should be made to the Head of Department.

Additional Course Expenses


Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Trimester 1

5698 v.5   Organisational Behaviour 550 3.0 25.0
6478 v.4   Engineering Investment and Analysis 660 3.0 25.0
6483 v.4   Project Management 630 3.0 25.0
  75.0

Year 1 Trimester 2

6477 v.4   Engineering Contracts 660 3.0 25.0
6481 v.4   Engineering Quality Control 630 3.0 25.0
6484 v.5   Engineering Management Project 693 6.0 50.0
  100.0

Year 1 Trimester 3

6482 v.4   Environmental Engineering Management 690 3.0 25.0
  OR  
6479 v.4   Engineering Manufacturing Management 630 3.0 25.0
  25.0
 

Availability

Year Location All* Internal External
2004 Bentley Campus Trimester 1   Y  
2004 Bentley Campus Trimester 2   Y  
2004 Bentley Campus Trimester 3   Y  

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.