Doctor of Civil Engineering overview
Doctorate degrees in civil engineering tend to be based on either philosophical understandings of what civil engineering means for society, or advanced practical civil engineering concepts. Whether you choose to take the route more focussed to academia or industry is up to you.
Employment options
A doctorate of civil engineering opens you up to jobs in academia. Most employers will not require that you have a PhD in civil engineering, but this degree definitely demonstrates proof of knowledge and passion for your chosen profession. Your industry-based research could prove an attractive addition to your CV.
Scholarships and funding
Financial support is usually available doctorate level programs. Check with your place of learning to learn about their application processes and the funds that could be available to you. You can also use our scholarship search tool to find out which universities offer civil engineering scholarships in Australia.
Prerequisites and selection process
Depending on your tertiary institution of choice, you may be required to submit a proposal and approach a supervisory team as part of the application process for this degree.