Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours)

Duration

4 years

Intakes

February, July and October

Fees

In 2026, the annual tuition fees for this course are:

• RM54,720 for Malaysian students
• RM64,800 for international students.

General fees

• Application (once only) - RM100
• Registration (once only) - RM200
• General amenities (per semester) - RM100
• International student pass application - Click here.

Credit transfer

Applications for credit can include credit transfer for previous study or recognition of prior learning.

Level One

The common first year lays a foundation in the basic sciences of mathematics, physics and chemistry and introduces the disciplines available to you for further study. You'll learn to apply your developing math and science knowledge to real-life problems and begin to understand the interaction between civil engineering and society.

Level Two

You'll develop your sub-professional skills in civil engineering, such as the ability to design common place engineering artefacts and tackle complex engineering problems in the context of suitable theoretical treatment. At the same time, you'll gain some appreciation for the breadth of civil engineering. Theory is developed in parallel with application, with theoretical insights to be further developed at levels three and four using more complex scenarios.

Level Three

This level will develop your core professional skills in civil engineering, including structural, water, transportation, geomechanics and project management. The water and geomechanics groups also share another unit in groundwater field, which is a crucial aspect of civil engineering.

Level Four

This is a period of specialisation in civil engineering where you'll complete two core units and a minimum of three electives from the civil engineering department. You'll also be able to pursue two electives from anywhere within the University, some of which are multidisciplinary.

More information

The Monash University Handbook has detailed information about the course structure and requirements.

Click here for more details on the civil engineering specialisation.

Check out the course map here.

Quality education

Monash University is ranked #39 in the world for civil and structural engineering (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026) and rated Tier 5 (Excellent) in D-Setara Engineering by the Ministry of Education Malaysia. Our curriculum is designed to address complex engineering problems, preparing students to deliver professional engineering practices in their careers.

Professional recognition

This degree is accredited by Engineers Australia and the Engineering Accreditation Council Malaysia. It is also recognised by the Washington Accord, which means that our civil engineering graduates can work in any other signatory country without the need to requalify, making it an ideal choice for students seeking competent engineering solutions in a global context.

The common first year: Explore six engineering disciplines

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) has a common first year, allowing you to experience a range of disciplines before deciding on a specialisation. You'll develop your foundational skills for engineering before deciding which of the six specialisations to pursue in your second year.

Future-focused: Professional engineering solutions for a sustainable world

We help you prepare for your civil engineering career early, with a focus on the fundamentals and a taste of industry experience through industry-driven and research-oriented projects. When you graduate, you'll be ready to help advance society with your knowledge on sustainable design and construction of infrastructures.

Gain work experience: Hone your skills in real-world settings

Work experience amplifies your learning and hones your engineering knowledge and hands-on skills including project management techniques. As part of your course, you'll complete a 12-week work placement after your third year. Our students have interned with companies such as ExxonMobil, Shell, Gamuda, IBM and more.

Kick-start your professional development

The Student Leaders Network program gives you the opportunity to engage with industry professionals through workshops, industry site visits, networking evenings, and a leadership summit over the course of a year. You'll develop critical leadership, teamwork and communication skills.

Join an engineering student club

Our student-run clubs lets you learn new skills and engage with industry to broaden your networks. You’ll get hands on with real-world engineering projects and competitions as you work in multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative products or drive positive change.

Try your hand at research

Apply for the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program to experience a genuine research environment. You’ll learn from leading researchers and acquire knowledge and skills that’ll prepare you for your final year project and higher degree studies.

Volunteer with Engineers Without Borders: Implement professional engineering solutions for local communities

The Monash University Malaysia student chapter is involved in a wide range of projects benefiting local communities. Our students have helped to install a micro hydro generator for a school in Budok Aru, constructed a workshop for a shelter home, renovated refugee schools, and more.

You’ll find challenging and rewarding opportunities in the following areas:

• government infrastructure projects
• water and wastewater industries
• construction and mining
• roads and traffic industries
• marine and resort developments
• property and land development
• consulting firms.