Diploma Civil Engineering Full Time

Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design

at Stott's Colleges, Australian Surf Industry Training School, Front Cooking School, Melbourne Language Centre, Affectors Academy · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

105230B

CRICOS provider code

00197D

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

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$24,000 total

Per year

A$12,000/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design at Stott's Colleges, delivered in collaboration with providers like the Australian Surf Industry Training School and Front Cooking School, prepares students for responsibilities in civil design and project management in Australia. Over two years full-time in Melbourne, students learn to design and manage construction projects such as roads, bridges, tunnels, and water supply systems, gaining skills in technical drawing, structural analysis, and using software common in Australia's civil engineering sector. Course content focuses on industry-relevant training using Australian standards, including environmental management and project delivery for public and private works.

This diploma is structured into units of study, each carrying a set number of credit points, so students progress steadily and build competency in core areas including design principles, drafting, teamwork, and regulatory frameworks. Many courses incorporate practical learning, through simulated projects, site visits, and sometimes placements arranged with Australian construction and engineering organisations, giving students the chance to apply classroom knowledge directly to real civil design challenges in metropolitan and regional contexts.

The qualification suits those aiming for technical and design roles in civil construction or seeking promotion into supervisory positions. It is popular with those holding relevant certificates who want specialist skills recognised at a higher level. The course is a good fit for international students who plan to progress to degree-level study or enter the workforce under Australia’s Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485), and it enables part-time work options of up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying in Australia. Before applying, students should check the official provider site for detailed entry requirements and course structure.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Civil construction designer
Civil engineering draftsperson
Estimator in construction projects
Design project supervisor
Work in local government, consulting engineering firms, construction contractors, or infrastructure asset management, particularly within Australian industries seeking design and site management expertise

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design at Stott's Colleges, Australian Surf Industry Training School, Front Cooking School, Melbourne Language Centre, Affectors Academy?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$24,000 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Civil construction designerCivil engineering draftspersonEstimator in construction projectsDesign project supervisorWork in local government, consulting engineering firms, construction contractors, or infrastructure asset management, particularly within Australian industries seek...

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