Degree overview

Environmental engineering. Be part of the solution.

We train environmental engineers capable of solving the world's biggest challenges. As an environmental engineer, you might help with the adaptation of infrastructure and ecosystems to climate change. Or you could rehabilitate land damaged by mining. You might work on the clean-up of an oil spill that threatens ecosystems.

Career opportunities

Environmental engineers work in a wide range of industries. Roles are flexible and diverse. You may prefer hands-on fieldwork or design and development. Or you might prefer a leadership role managing people and projects.

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91.8% employed within four months of graduating.

Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020-2022 - Undergraduate Engineering

Bachelor of Environmental Engineering (Honours)

UAC Code , Program Code 40361

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CRICOS Code , Program Code 40361

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UAC Code

Program Code 40361

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CRICOS Code

Program Code 40361

This criteria is based on a full-time international student attending Callaghan campus. Please select your criteria to personalise your study options and your circumstances.

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Course overview

Develop workplace skills through Professional Practice Courses and diversify skills through four Elective Pathway Courses. Build critical technical and engineering skills in:

  • Biology
  • Environmental chemistry
  • Environmental legislation and planning
  • Fluid mechanics
  • Hydro biological modelling
  • Geotechnical engineering
  • Land surface process and management
  • Water engineering
  • Surface and groundwater pollution
2024 Program Handbook

The courses shown above are a guide, and don't reflect the exact year-by-year structure of the program, you should always refer to the program handbook for details of the complete program structure, course requirements and availability.

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My Degree Planner

Use our degree planner to see what your study journey through the Bachelor of Environmental Engineering (Honours) might look like.

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Student experience

Study a Bachelor of Environmental Engineering (Honours) 2:04

Bachelor of Environmental Engineering (Honours) students are in high demand with employers both locally and nationally. Hear all about Josh's transition from student to employee and why his manager, Dana, employs University of Newcastle graduates.

Career-ready placements

All University of Newcastle engineering students complete 12 weeks of industrial experience during their degree. This can be completed in one block or as shorter placements of no less than two weeks.

Through your work placement you’ll build important professional networks and put your learning into practice.

Studying at Newcastle campus

Student showcase

Demo Day: First Year Environmental Engineering 0:58

Hear from our first year environmental engineering students about their hands-on water filtration project and testing at Demo Day. Learn about their experiences so far at the University of Newcastle.

Changing the world with engineering: Environmental Engineering at The University of Newcastle 1:16

At the University of Newcastle we train environmental engineers capable of solving the biggest global challenges.

How to apply

Apply as a domestic student

You are a domestic student if you are:

  • An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
  • A permanent resident of Australia
  • A holder of a permanent Australian visa.

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