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Courses offered
6uoC (units of Credit)
The Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering
Geology MEngSc program has been developed for
the practising engineer/geologist in mind. Courses
cover the development of Geotechnical models, site
investigations, laboratory testing, parameter selection,
analysis and design. Specialist courses, generally
offered once every one or two years, are provided
in the areas of advanced foundations, slope stability,
tunnelling, pavements and dams. A full list of courses is
shown below. Detailed descriptions of each course are
available on our Web pages.
CVEN9511 Geotechnical Models and Site Investigations
CVEN9512 Geomechanics
CVEN9521 Slope Instability and Stabilisation
CVEN9513 Advanced Foundation Engineering
CVEN9522 Rock Engineering
CVEN9514 Numerical Methods in Geotechnical Engineering
CVEN9523 Pavement Engineering and Analysis
CVEN9524 Geotechnical Engineering of Dams
Students who have a geology background are
provided with the course CVEN9525 Fundamentals of
Geomechanics. This introductory soil mechanics course
has been developed to assist students with obtaining the
required knowledge to complete the other courses.
Students are also able to apply for credit to do other
courses within the School or, for those interested in
Mining Geomechanics, in the School of Mining. Subject
to MEngSc program rules, the School may also offer
up to 6UOC for students doing either the Australian
Geomechanics Courses ‘Geology for Engineers’ in
Adelaide or ‘Engineering Geology’ in Wollongong.
Apply online: www.apply.unsw.edu.au
MEngSc (8 – 12 courses) Program code 8538, Plan is CVENPS8538
Mid Year entrY available
entry requirements: In order to be admitted to the MEngSc
program, a student should hold a Bachelor of Engineering with
honours 2/2 (or equivalent) in an appropriate discipline, or an
equivalent qualification. Otherwise, you may be able to gain entry to
the GradDip or the GradCert and progress upwards.
advanced standing: While the MEngSc is a 72 UOC degree, the
majority of engineering graduates enrolled in the MEngSc program
(having completed appropriate 4 year degrees at appropriate
levels) are given advanced standing for 24 UOC of Professional
Development and need only complete 48 UOC which can be done in
1 year of full time study, or 2 to 4 years part-time study.
also available: MEngSc Extension ( 12-16 courses - includes a
Masters Project worth 2 – 4 courses) Program Code 8539
GradDip (6 – 10 courses) Program code 5338
GradCert (4 – 8 courses) Program code 7338
for further inforMation please see
www.civeng.unsw.edu.au/futurestudents/pg/index.html
Or contact: School of Civil & Environmental Engineering
UNSW Sydney NSW 2052 Australia
Phone: + 61 2 9385-4198 Fax: + 61 2 9385-6139
email: info@civeng.unsw.edu.au
Masters bY Coursework
sChool of Civil and environMental engineering
geoteChniCal engineering and
engineering geologY
www.civeng.unsw.edu.au COMMONWEAlTh SUPPORTED (hECS)

The UNSW School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
has been Australia’s leading provider of postgraduate
engineering education for over 50 years. Our Master of
Engineering Science (MEngSc) trains students to the top
professional level required nationally. The content and scope
of our courses are continuously updated to ensure relevancy
to the needs of industry and community. Our experienced
staff provide essential specialist knowledge, backed by
cutting edge research, to enable industry professionals to
improve their performance and advance their careers.
CoMMonwealth supported
(heCs) - over 50% off full fees*
All local students (Australian and New Zealand citizens and
Australian PRs living in Australia, and Australian citizens living
overseas) are eligible for hECS for this specialisation. This
means significant savings for students, reducing standard
full fee tuition costs by over 50%.
*Fees information correct as at 2010
geoteChniCal engineering &
engineering geologY
Designed for civil engineers, environmental engineers,
and geologists who are pursuing or intend to pursue
a professional career in geotechnical engineering,
geoenvironmental engineering, or engineering geology. The
courses are intended to present the state of practice, with
a theoretical and practical balance, integrating soil and rock
mechanics with engineering geology. Elective courses are
also available.
Mode of deliverY: short Courses on CaMpus,
usuallY 5 daYs duration.
See School Timetable at www.civeng.unsw.edu.au/
currentstudents/timetable/index.html
other speCialisations (plans) available
Civil Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Groundwater Resources
Project Management
Structural Engineering
Water, Wastewater and Waste Engineering
Water Resources
Our academic staff are national leaders with international
reputations in their areas of specialisation, and often
undertake higher level research and consultancy
services for industry and government. Senior industry
practitioners also provide many lectures and case studies.
Prof nasser Khalili is an internationally
recognised expert in unsaturated soil mechanics
with more than 21 years experience as an
academic and practicing geotechnical engineer.
his geotechnical skills have been utilised on a
wide range of nationally significant projects.
dr Kurt douglas is the Pells Sullivan Meynink
Senior lecturer of Rock Mechanics. his main
research interests lie in the field of rock
mechanics, particularly the practical application of
rock mechanics theory to the design of large scale
structures in rock.
dr Markus Oeser’s research projects include
investigations in the field of advanced fundamental
behaviour of pavement and transport systems. he
has been involved in the design and construction
of major airports and highways in Europe. Markus
is leading UNSW’s pavement research laboratory.
dr adrian Russell has more than 12 years
experience in geotechnical consulting and academia.
A leading researcher, his areas of interest include
unsaturated soils, in-situ testing, fibre reinforced soils
and fundamental soil behaviour.
dr Hossein Taiebat is the State Water Senior
lecturer in dam engineering. his research
interests include offshore foundations, numerical
modelling and liquefaction analysis, slope stability,
and dam engineering.