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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil)

victoria-university · Melbourne (Footscray and city centre), Australia · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Bachelor's

Duration

4 years

Tuition / year

A$43,500 (≈ ₹28.3 lakh)

Intakes

February or July (Footscray Park)

Course overview

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in engineering at victoria-university in Melbourne (Footscray and city centre), Australia. It takes 4 years, with intakes in February or July (Footscray Park).

victoria-university is a public institution, ranked 551–600 in the world in the THE World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
Universityvictoria-university (Public)
LocationMelbourne (Footscray and city centre), Australia
CourseBachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil)
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Subject areaEngineering
Duration4 years
Tuition per yearA$43,500 (≈ ₹28.3 lakh)
IntakesFebruary or July (Footscray Park)
English requirementIELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE 52 (no section below 52); TOEFL iBT 67

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is A$43,500 a year, about ₹28.3 lakh. Over 4 years that is roughly A$174,000 (≈ ₹1.13 crore) before any yearly increase.

2027 fee of A$21,750 per semester × 2 semesters (VU Melbourne); VU Sydney and Brisbane fees differ

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn AUDApprox. in rupees
Single room in a six-bed UniLodge VU apartment, 52 weeksValue VU gives for its STEM Accommodation ScholarshipA$15,548per year≈ ₹10.1 lakh
Single room, 26 weeksPostgraduate scholarship valueA$8,5026 months≈ ₹5.5 lakh
UniLodge security depositRefundable; plus A$170 reservation and A$170 cleaning feesA$1,300one-off≈ ₹84,500

Living costs for Australia as a whole: A$29,710–40,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Eligibility

General entry requirements at victoria-university for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Bachelor's degrees need a school qualification equivalent to Australian Year 12, such as Class 12 from a recognised Indian board.
  • VU does not publish an India-specific Class 12 percentage on its entry page, so check the course page or ask VU before applying.
  • Foundation and diploma pathways are available if you do not meet direct entry.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE 52 (no section below 52); TOEFL iBT 67.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS AcademicMaster's: 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0. Bachelor's: 6.0 overall, no band below 6.0. Nursing: 7.0.
PTE AcademicMaster's: 60 overall, no section below 52. Bachelor's: 52, no section below 52.
TOEFL iBTMaster's: 79 (listening 19, speaking 19, reading 18, writing 22). Bachelor's: 67 (listening 12, speaking 18, reading 15, writing 21).
Other testsCambridge CAE (176 for master's, 169 for bachelor's) and VU English EAP are accepted; Duolingo is not listed.

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Intakes

This course starts in: February or July (Footscray Park).

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Australia

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Australia, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Valid passport
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (bachelor's)
  • Degree transcripts and certificate (master's)
  • English test result
  • Financial documents for the student visa

Scholarships

  • VU Block Model International Scholarship

    Foundation, diploma, bachelor's and master's (VU Melbourne)

    Value: 10%, 20% or 30% off first-year tuition; renewed each year at 10% to 30% based on your marks (50%, 70% or 80% average)

    New international students starting in 2026 or 2027 who meet entry requirements; assessed automatically when you apply. Selected engineering and project management degrees get 30%; nursing gets 10%.

    Official page
  • STEM Accommodation Scholarship

    Selected STEM bachelor's and master's

    Value: Free single room at UniLodge VU: 52 weeks (valued at A$15,548) for bachelor's or 26 weeks (valued at A$8,502) for master's

    Applicants from outside Australia to courses such as IT, cyber security, data science, engineering, Master of Applied IT and Master of Project Management; merit-based and limited in number.

    Official page
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About victoria-university

Victoria University (VU) is a public university in Melbourne's west and city centre. Its earlier institutions date back to 1916 and it became a university in 1991. It is ranked in the 551–600 band by Times Higher Education for 2027.

VU is best known for the VU Block Model, where you study one or two subjects at a time in smaller classes instead of four at once. It is strong in sport and exercise science, health, IT, business and engineering, and works with more than 4,000 industry partners for placements.

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FAQs

What is the fee for Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil) at victoria-university?

The tuition for international students is A$43,500 a year (about ₹28.3 lakh). 2027 fee of A$21,750 per semester × 2 semesters (VU Melbourne); VU Sydney and Brisbane fees differ. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil)?

The course takes 4 years.

What English score do I need?

IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE 52 (no section below 52); TOEFL iBT 67. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: February or July (Footscray Park). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

  1. victoria-university: Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil) (opens in a new tab)
  2. VU: 2027 International Course Summary (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
  3. VU: course guides (opens in a new tab)
  4. VU: Master of Applied Information Technology (international) (opens in a new tab)
  5. VU: entry requirements for international students (opens in a new tab)

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