Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Scholar) (Double Major) (Civil Engineering and Mining Engineering)

About the course

This Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Scholar) (Double Major) lets you build advanced engineering capability across civil and mining engineering, combining technical design and project delivery with a strong focus on problem solving and professional practice. You will study on campus in Wollongong and complete an accredited honours-level program designed to develop critical thinking and industry-ready skills in civil infrastructure and mining operations. The programme combines engineering fundamentals, design projects, and industry-ready technical problem-solving skills.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across civil infrastructure and the resources sector, including civil engineer, mining engineer, construction engineer, project manager and transport or traffic specialist. Opportunities span government infrastructure development, consulting, manufacturing and sustainability-focused engineering work, with pathways into planning, delivery and management of major civil and mining projects at honours-qualified level in engineering. Preparing graduates for graduate engineer, project support, and technical design roles across engineering sectors.

Entry requirements

ATAR-SR 95 (or IBAS 38.75).

Living Costs in Wollongong**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 16 - 21	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,452 - 1,921	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,188 - 1,572
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 7	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)