Civil Engineering
# 8300
QS Subject Rankings
48 Month
Program duration
Yes
Scholarships
Program Overview
Main Subject
Civil Engineering
Degree
BEng
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The aim is to provide students with a broad and thorough education in Civil Engineering fundamentals, applications, and design, preparing them for the practice of civil engineering at the professional level and equipping them with the confidence and skills necessary to meet the technical and social challenges of the future. The curriculum incorporates all four main technical areas of study in Civil Engineering: structural analysis and design, materials and construction, water and environment, and management and engineering economics.
Eligibility Requirements
Admission Requirements:
- Academic Qualification: Completion of 12th grade from a recognized board with a minimum of 65%.
- Age Requirement: Must be at least 17 years old at the time of application.
- Entrance Exam: This may be required depending on the university's policy.
- Language Proficiency: English proficiency may be required for international students.
- Educational Background: SSC & HSC should be from the Science stream.
Standardized Tests
Standardized Testing:
Strong SAT/ACT scores (SAT 1220-1420, ACT 27)
English proficiency exam for non-native speakers
English Language Proficiency
The University of Georgia accepts applications from students without requiring any type of English language proficiency test results. The University of Georgia does not require a score on the English Language Proficiency Test for admission to any of its programs. Students can provide their English language proficiency test results as proof of proficiency if they have them.
Tuition Fees and Scholarships
Domestic Students
Tuition Fee/year | Other Expenses |
International Students
Tuition Fee/year $4,000 | Other Expenses
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Application Deadline
Spring Intake 2025 Term
Domestic Deadline | International Deadline |
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February 30,2025 | January 30,2025 |
Fall Intake 2025 Term
Domestic Deadline | International Deadline |
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August 30,2025 | June 30,2025 |
Curriculum
- Curriculum Flexibility: Students can follow the proposed curriculum or create a personalized one, taking into account the specific requirements of each subject.
- Capstone Project: In the final semester, students select a topic for their Capstone project from the available areas. This project is completed in groups, promoting teamwork and application of field knowledge. An optional internship is available to help students refine their Capstone project topic.
- Duration: The undergraduate program lasts 4 years (8 semesters).
- Credit Requirements: To earn a bachelor’s degree, students must complete 240 credits, distributed as follows:
- Program Core: 204 ECTS
- Program Elective: 18 ECTS
- Free Elective: 18 ECTS
The program electives are divided into two groups. The subjects from the first group must be selected to fulfill specific requirements.
Program Benefits
Graduate Outcomes:
- Problem-Solving: Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems using engineering, science, and mathematics principles.
- Engineering Design: Apply engineering design to create solutions that meet specific needs while considering public health, safety, welfare, and broader global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
- Communication: Effectively communicate with diverse audiences.
- Ethical Responsibility: Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed decisions, considering the broader impacts of engineering solutions.
- Teamwork: Function effectively in teams that provide leadership, foster collaboration, set goals, plan tasks, and achieve objectives.
- Experimentation and Analysis: Develop and conduct experiments, analyze data, and use engineering judgment to conclude.
- Continuous Learning: Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
Career Possibilities
Career Opportunities:
- Design Engineer: Focuses on creating and developing new products, systems, or structures.
- Construction Manager: Oversees construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
- Project Manager: Manages all aspects of engineering projects, from planning to execution, ensuring successful outcomes.
- Structural Engineer: Designs and analyzes buildings, bridges, and other structures to ensure they are safe and stable.
- Geotechnical Engineer: Focuses on the behavior of earth materials and designs foundations, tunnels, and other structures based on soil properties.
- Environmental Engineer: Works on solutions to environmental problems, such as waste management, water treatment, and pollution control.
- Transportation Engineer: Specializes in the design, planning, and maintenance of transportation systems, including roads, railways, and airports.
Research Opportunities
Research Opportunities:
- Lecture - Seminar: Traditional lectures supported by interactive seminars for deeper engagement.
- Working with the Book: Reading and analyzing textbooks to support theoretical understanding.
- Demonstration: Showing practical examples and solutions to illustrate concepts.
- Discussions: Engaging in group discussions to explore and clarify ideas.
- Practical Lessons: Hands-on learning activities to apply theoretical knowledge.
- Laboratory Exercises: Conducting experiments and practical exercises in a lab environment.
- Interactive Lessons: Using interactive tools and activities to engage students in learning.
- Teamwork: Collaborating with peers on projects and tasks.
- Problem Setting and Solving: Identifying problems and working through solutions.
- Verbal and Oral Method: Communicating knowledge through spoken presentations and discussions.
- Critical Analysis: Analyzing and evaluating information deeply and thoughtfully.
- Problem-Solving Tasks: Working on tasks that require creative solutions and critical thinking.
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