Study in Australia
at Adelaide University · Adelaide, South Australia
CRICOS course code
071212M
CRICOS provider code
00123M
This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.
Duration
1 year
Tuition (whole course)
A$52,300 total
Per year
A$52,300/yr
Intake
Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)
The Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Civil & Structural) at Adelaide University focuses on the core principles and applications behind major infrastructure projects in Australia. Students explore areas such as structural analysis, steel and concrete design, geotechnical engineering, and project management. The programme covers both theory and hands-on approaches relevant to the design and construction of buildings, bridges, and other critical structures.
This course generally runs over two semesters in a full-time, one-year format. Studies are organised as units of study, each earning credit points that contribute towards the total required for graduation. Most coursework includes practical project work and case studies, often referencing challenges from real Australian contexts like urban construction and regional development. While placements are not a required feature of this graduate diploma, students benefit from local industry examples and exposure to the latest Australian standards.
Participants can expect to gain practical skills in problem solving, structural modelling, construction management, and the use of engineering software packages common in Australian workplaces. The skills developed in this qualification suit someone with a background in engineering, mathematics or physical sciences who wants to transition into civil and structural engineering, or upskill for industry advancement.
International students should note that successful completion of this qualification may assist with eligibility under the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. While enrolled, students have the right to work up to 48 hours per fortnight. Entry requires evidence of English proficiency, such as IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5, or equivalent scores in TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced, or an approved university English programme. Always check official university pages for up-to-date entry and course details.
It typically takes 1 year, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).
Tuition is around A$52,300 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.
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