Bachelor of Environmental Engineering (Honours)

Environmental engineering. Be part of the solution.

At the University of Newcastle we train environmental engineers capable of solving the biggest global challenges. As an environmental engineer you may help with the adaptation of infrastructure and ecosystems to climate change, rehabilitate land damaged by mining or work on the clean-up of an oil spill that threatens ecosystems. You could even help prevent inundations on one of the world's fast- growing cities in the face of climate change.

What is environmental engineering? Environmental engineers apply their knowledge of chemistry, geomechanics, hydrology and land surface processes to find solutions for complex environmental problems, such as water pollution and soil erosion. By studying a range of courses in environmental engineering and related fields, they learn to develop sustainable engineering practices that have a profound impact on our health and quality of life.

They learn to work with other specialists to optimise the use of resources and minimise long-term impacts on the environment.

• Hands-on practical experience: build vital professional networks and hands-on industry experience with 12 weeks of professional practice throughout your degree.
• Embark on a global experience: develop a global mindset, diversify your skill set and build your international network with virtual study options or travel abroad and undergo a semester exchange, short course, internship or study tour to enhance your program.
• Real-world insights: connect with industry through projects, guest lecturers, and mentoring.
• Internationally recognised engineering graduates: the University of Newcastle is one of only three Australian member institutions of the Global Engineering Education Exchange Program (Global e3)
• Ranked 2 in Australia: by our undergraduate Engineering students for teaching quality. * Student Experience Survey 2019 and 2020
• Group of 8 Australia: The University of Newcastle is an Associate member of the Group of Eight for Engineering.

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

Environmental engineers play an important role in industry and government. They may find work with consultancies, contracting firms, universities, research and development organisations, engineering companies and government organisations.

Environmental engineering is flexible and diverse. You may prefer hands-on fieldwork, design and development, or a leadership role managing people and projects. Typical positions include: