Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours) – RMIT
B.E. (Civil) – BITS
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The dual degree program Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours) by RMIT University and B.E. (Civil Engineering) Programme by BITS, Pilani is developed with an environmental sustainability focus. This degree will equip you with the skills to plan, design, construct, supervise, manage and maintain infrastructure projects in Australia, India and overseas.
Civil and infrastructure engineers plan, design, construct, supervise, manage and maintain the essential infrastructure of our modern community. This includes roads, bridges, water supply schemes, sewerage systems, transportation systems, harbours, airports, railways, factories and large buildings. They look at ways to extend the life of existing structures through fault identification and establishing proactive maintenance schedules.
A civil engineer can work in consultancies, local government, road authorities, mining companies and construction companies. Roles include:
- Construction manager
- Construction engineer
- Structural engineer
- Geotechnical engineer
- Project manager
- Design engineer
- Transport engineer
- Environmental engineer
- Water engineer
- Engineering asset manager
Why study this joint program in Civil Engineering?
RMIT University is ranked in the top 100 universities in the world for engineering (Civil and Structural Engineering) and ranked top 50 in Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (Civil Engineering) in Shanghai ranking.
Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani is ranked 500 – 520 universities in the world for Engineering and Technology (QS World University Rankings 2023)
Studying the dual Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours) / B.E. (Civil Engineering) Programme offers the following benefits:
Program Learning Outcomes
Overview of the program structure
This joint program requires that students separately and simultaneously complete the program requirements for both BITS and RMIT programs. The academy students will complete their first two years of study in India, in addition to the BITS Pilani curriculum, a small number of RMIT courses will be offered in the first two years of study.
After successful completion of the first two years of study, the academy students will transfer to Melbourne campus and complete a further 2 years study and complete both qualifications. Courses completed at BITS, Pilani will be recognised for credits towards the completion of the RMIT’s Bachelor of Engineering (Civil & Infrastructure) (Honours) degree and vice versa, the completion of prescribed RMIT courses in the final two years will be recognised for requirements of the BITS Pilani B.E. (Civil Engineering) Programme.
Details of Year 1 and 2 (Taught at BITS, India)
In the first two years of the BITS, Pilani B.E. Civil Engineering program you will gain a foundation in science, mathematics and engineering, and will be introduced to the fundamental aspects of civil engineering in a mixture of theory and practical courses.
Project work will develop your high-level technical and design skills. You will gain communication and teamwork skills and learn how to be a good leader.
Throughout your degree, you will study RMIT STEM future technology skills courses that provide you with a fundamental understanding of the technology mega-trends that will shape your future career.
Subject Area | Code | Course Title | Credit Points | Course Owning University |
BIO | F110 | Biology Laboratory | 1 | BITS Pilani |
BIO | F111 | General Biology | 3 | BITS Pilani |
CHEM | F110 | Chemistry Laboratory | 1 | BITS Pilani |
CHEM | F111 | General Chemistry | 3 | BITS Pilani |
MATH | F111 | Mathematics I | 3 | BITS Pilani |
PHY | F110 | Physics Laboratory | 1 | BITS Pilani |
PHY | F111 | Mechanics, Oscillations and Waves | 3 | BITS Pilani |
OENG | 1277 | Introduction to Engineering Design | 12 | RMIT University |
MATH | F112 | Mathematics II | 3 | BITS Pilani |
ME | F112 | Workshop Practice | 2 | BITS Pilani |
BITS | F112 | Technical Report Writing | 2 | BITS Pilani |
MATH | F113 | Probability and Statistics | 3 | BITS Pilani |
BITS | F111 | Thermodynamics | 3 | BITS Pilani |
OENG | 1278 | Digital Fundamentals^ | 12 | RMIT University |
EEE | F111 | Electrical Sciences | 3 | BITS Pilani |
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Humanities Elective | 3 | BITS Pilani | ||
Humanities Elective | 3 | BITS Pilani |
Subject Area | Code | Course Title | Credit Points | Course Owning University |
MATH | F211 | Mathematics III | 3 | BITS Pilani |
CE | F211 | Mechanics of Solids | 3 | BITS Pilani |
CE | F231 | Fluid Mechanics | 3 | BITS Pilani |
CE | F213 | Surveying | 4 | BITS Pilani |
CE | F230 | Civil Engineering Materials | 4 | BITS Pilani |
COSC | 3086 | Foundations of Artificial Intelligence for STEM | 12 | RMIT University |
ECON | F211 | Principles of Economics | 3 | BITS Pilani |
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MGTS | F211 | Principles of Management | 3 | BITS Pilani |
Humanities Electives 3 | 3 | BITS Pilani | ||
CE | F241 | Analysis of Structures | 3 | BITS Pilani |
CE | F242 | Construction Planning and Technology | 3 | BITS Pilani |
CE | F243 | Soil Mechanics | 4 | BITS Pilani |
CE | F244 | Highway Engineering | 4 | BITS Pilani |
BITS | F225 | Environmental Studies | 3 | BITS Pilani |
ONPS | 2747 | STEM for Sustainable Development | 12 | RMIT University |
Details of Year 3 and 4 (Taught at RMIT University, Australia)
You must complete a further 192 credit points of study in Melbourne, Australia to meet the full requirements of the RMIT Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure)(Honours) degree. In Melbourne, your program structure currently is as follows for years 3 & 4:
In year 3 you will consolidate your learnings from years 1 and 2 and further develop your knowledge and understanding of civil and infrastructure engineering.
In year 4 you will be provided with a capstone experience in the following courses -OENG1167 Engineering capstone project Part A and OENG1168 Engineering capstone project Part B- in which you will conduct a research project that can be analytical, experimental, design or computational in nature (or some combination). The capstone experience will give you the opportunity to integrate, critically reflect on and consolidate what you have learnt in your program.
While most courses in the program are delivered on campus at RMIT, others via a combination of predominantly online activities supported by some campus-based activities. Most of your classes will take place at the Melbourne City campus; however, some laboratory classes will take place on the Bundoora campus.
Subject Area | Code | Course Title | Credit Points | Course Owning University |
CIVE | 1149 | Engineering Practice 5 Construction Management | 12 | RMIT University |
CIVE | 1108 | Geotechnical Engineering 2 | 12 | RMIT University |
CIVE | 1143 | Analysis of Complex Structures | 12 | RMIT University |
CIVE | 1179 | Steel Structures 1 | 12 | RMIT University |
CIVE | 1155 | Engineering Practice 6 – Sustainable Infrastructure Design | 12 | RMIT University |
CIVE | 1217 | Engineering Economics and Infrastructure Planning | 12 | RMIT University |
CIVE | 1177 | Concrete Structures 1 | 12 | RMIT University |
CIVE | 1153 | Stormwater Management | 12 | RMIT University |
Subject Area | Code | Course Title | Credit Points | Course Owning University |
OENG1167 | 1167 | Engineering Capstone Project Part A | 12 | RMIT University |
OENG1168 | 1168 | Engineering Capstone Project Part B | 12 | RMIT University |
BIOL2525 | 2525 | Cyber-Physical-Biological Systems: Technology for a Digital World | 12 | RMIT University |
OENG1235 | 1235 | Innovation Ecosystem and the Future of Work | 12 | RMIT University |
CIVE1210 | 1210 | Steel Structures 2 | 12 | RMIT University |
CIVE1145 | 1145 | Catchment Water Management | 12 | RMIT University |
CIVE1200 | 1200 | Wastewater Systems Design and Modelling | 12 | RMIT University |
And complete one of the following courses:
Subject Area | Code | Course Title | Credit Points | Course Owning University |
CIVE1173 | 1173 | Infrastructure Management | 12 | RMIT University |
CIVE1151 | 1151 | Concrete Structures 2 | 12 | RMIT University |
CIVE1157 | 1157 | Transport Engineering 2 | 12 | RMIT University |
CIVE1163 | 1163 | Long Span and High Rise structures | 12 | RMIT University |
OENG1165 | 1165 | Professional Engineering Experience | 12 | RMIT University |
Upon successful completion of the first 2 years of your study in BITS; you will have 192 credit points transferred into the Melbourne plan of BH077P23 Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours). These 192 credit points are made up of:
- 144 credit points for the courses delivered by BITS.
- 48 credit points for the four courses delivered by RMIT.
Upon successful completion of the final 2 years of your study in RMIT you will receive 4 semesters of credit into the BITS award.
More information can be found here RMIT University credit policy. More information can be found here RMIT University Credit Policy.
The Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours) is fully accredited by Engineers Australia.
Engineers Australia is the professional body responsible for the accreditation of higher education programs that prepare students to practise as professional engineers.
Engineers Australia is a signatory to the Washington Accord. This means that the degree is internationally recognised, and graduates are able to practise as professional engineers in many countries around the world.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure Engineering) (Honours) are eligible for graduate and/or professional membership of Engineers Australia.
BITS- Pilani has gained deep insights into emerging industry trends and skill demands. Since inception, over 500 organisations, including prominent one such as Alstom, Tata Power, Reliance Power, Bharat Forge, Bharat Petroleum and many others have benefited from the Work integrated learning programmes.
The Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours) program has an Industry Advisory Committee (IAC) that advise on the RMIT delivered program and courses in Melbourne. Membership is diverse and drawn from external industry and professional institutions. These committees help inform program development and ensure that the RMIT delivered program content and student learning outcomes in Melbourne remain closely aligned with the needs of future employers. In addition, academic staff in Melbourne maintain connections with industry to develop and deliver work integrated learning experiences. as well as offer advice on professional careers in Australia.
To be eligible for entry to the Academy program you must meet the academic, pre-requisite and English requirements of both RMIT and BITS Pilani.
BITS
Candidates should have passed the 12th examination of 10+2 system from a recognised central or state board or its equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) and adequate proficiency in English.
Admission to all the programmes is subject to the conditions given below:
- The candidate should have obtained a minimum of aggregate 75% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects (if he/she has taken Mathematics in BITSAT) or a minimum of aggregate 75% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology subjects (if he/she has taken Biology in BITSAT) subjects in 12th examination, with at least 60% marks in each of the Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics / Biology subjects.
The academic requirements will include your results from the BITSAT test
RMIT
Applicants must achieve the following results in your high school studies:
- Successful completion of the All India senior school certificate (AISSC) with minimum average of 65% * or;
- Successful completion of the Indian school certificate (ISC) with minimum average of 65% * or;
- Successful completion of the State boards of education (Higher secondary certificate, HSC) with minimum average of 70% *
*Overall average for graded academic subjects, excluding work experience & physical & health education, Art, Religious and General studies
For other qualifications, please visit https://www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/international-students/apply-to-rmit-international-students/entry-requirements/country-equivalency/india
To meet the pre-requisite requirement you must complete Mathematics/ HSC Mathematics with a minimum grade of 60% in your AISSC, ISC, State Board HSC studies. Other qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
- To meet the English requirement you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:
- IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
- TOEFL (Internet Based Test – IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.
For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by the Academy, including validity periods, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.
Your application will also be assessed under the Simplified Student Visa Framework (SSVF) to ensure a smooth transition when it comes time to transfer to Australia. For more details please refer to our Apply for a visa information page.
Students are required to apply for an Australian student visa at the end of Year 2 at BITS, India. It is important to note that students must meet the student visa requirements.
Tuition fees in years one and two of the dual degrees are payable to BITS Pilani.
Annual tuition fees for students commencing 2024 are:
Year 1 (2024) INR 750,000
Year 2 (2025) INR 787,500
Other additional non-tuition fees can be found on the BITS admission website.
For courses undertaken in Melbourne in years 3 and 4, students pay standard international students fees for the programs.
Year 3 (2026): 43,200AUD (2024 rate)#
Year 4 (2027): 43,200AUD (2024 rate)#
# RMIT may adjust tuition fees at the beginning of each calendar year. RMIT may increase tuition fees by no more than 7.5% each calendar year (subject to rounding).
Information regarding other costs such as amenities fees, Overseas health insurance and costs of living can be found on the RMIT Australia program guide for Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours)
Refunds Policy
Please review the Academy refund policy in conjunction with the above fees.
Future Leaders Scholarship
BITS-RMIT Higher Education Academy students are eligible for the the RMIT future leadership scholarship for components of the program delivered at RMIT Australia.
The scholarship value is a 20% tuition fee reduction for the program duration outlined on your offer letter for courses delivered at RMIT in Melbourne.
Further information
Other information
Inherent requirements
Non-academic abilities you’ll need to complete this program
The following information outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional experience placement and on-campus learning activities.
The non-academic abilities listed are provided for your information only and are not entry requirements.
If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there are a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities. Please contact the Equitable Learning Service to discuss any adjustments you may require.
By understanding the types of activities you’ll participate in, you can:
- understand more about the program
- determine if you may need support during your studies
- make an informed decision about whether the program is suitable for you
If you are living with disability, long-term illness and/or a mental health condition, we can support you by making adjustments to activities in your program so that you can participate fully in your studies.
To receive learning adjustments, you need to register with Equitable Learning Service
The University considers the wellbeing and safety of all students, staff and the community to be a priority in academic and professional experience placement settings.
The Student Welfare Division of BITS is dedicated to the welfare of on campus students. We encourage a student’s overall development, whether academics or beyond academics, within the framework of the campus rules. Student can contact our office for any help related to your campus stay.
Further studies
Pathways refer to related programs for which you may be eligible once you have graduated from your current program. As a successful graduate of the BH077 Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours) in Australia, you may (upon application) be eligible to proceed to a coursework Masters degree or even to a research degree including Masters by Research or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Acceptance into these programs would be subject to each program’s entry requirements.