Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)( Civil Engineering) Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation

5 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Technology Sydney

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) combined with the Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation at UTS gives you a unique edge — you’ll gain strong engineering skills while learning to think creatively and solve problems in new ways. It’s perfect if you want to design safe, sustainable infrastructure and approach challenges with innovation, collaboration, and out-of-the-box thinking.

Curriculum structure

Year 1:
Your first year lays the foundation for both your engineering and creative skills. You’ll tackle core engineering units like Physical Modelling, Mathematics 1 and Mathematics 2, learning the basics of design and structural analysis. At the same time, you’ll explore creativity through BCII units like Problems to Possibilities and Creative Practice and Methods, giving you new ways to approach challenges.

Year 2:
In the second year, your learning becomes more applied. Engineering units such as Engineering Project Appraisal and Designing Sustainable Engineering Projects teach you how to assess and optimise real-world designs. Meanwhile, BCII subjects like Past, Present, Future of Innovation and Creativity and Complexity help you think systematically and apply creative methods to real problems.

Year 3:
By year three, you’ll dive into advanced engineering principles and teamwork through Professional Engineering Communication and Collaboration in Complex Projects, getting ready to work in real multidisciplinary teams. BCII units such as Leading Innovation and Envisioning Futures show you how to apply creativity to industry challenges and societal needs.

Year 4:
In your fourth year, you’ll start putting it all together. Engineering subjects like Professional Practice Preparation 1 and Professional Experience Review prepare you for the professional world, while BCII’s Industry Innovation Project lets you tackle real challenges in collaboration with industry partners.

Year 5:
Your final year integrates everything you’ve learned. You’ll complete a Creative Intelligence Capstone alongside your final engineering requirements, demonstrating you can solve complex, real-world problems with both technical skill and innovative thinking.

Focus areas:

Civil engineering design and analysis, creative problem-solving, innovation methodology, professional engineering practice, teamwork and collaboration

Learning outcomes:

Apply core engineering principles, use creative frameworks to solve problems, communicate solutions effectively, and tackle complex real-world challenges across industries

Professional alignment (accreditation):

The engineering component meets professional engineering standards, giving you strong preparation for a career as a qualified engineer.

Reputation (employability rankings):

UTS graduates are highly regarded by employers, combining technical engineering expertise with creative thinking skills that make them versatile and job-ready.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At UTS, the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Engineering) combined with the Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation is all about learning by doing. You won’t just study theory — you’ll get hands-on experience solving real-world problems, working with industry-standard tools, and collaborating with your peers. From cutting-edge labs to creative studios, the program gives you the space and support to turn your ideas into real solutions, while structured industry placements let you test your skills in professional settings.

Here’s how you’ll gain practical experience throughout the program:

Industry experience placement: Complete 12 weeks of industry experience, giving you a chance to apply what you’ve learned in a professional engineering environment.
Team projects: Work on subjects like Industry Innovation Project and Collaboration in Complex Projects, blending creative thinking with hands-on engineering work.
ProtoSpace prototyping lab: Access advanced 3D printing and fabrication tools to bring your design ideas to life.
Creativity and Cognition Studios: Explore creative approaches to problem-solving in flexible, innovative spaces.
Engineering & IT labs: Use specialised labs for simulation, testing, and engineering experiments, building real-world technical skills.
UTS Library & study spaces: Access resources for both technical and creative projects, with quiet and collaborative areas to support your research.
Innovation activities: Take part in hackathons, design challenges, and industry-linked events that stretch your problem-solving and creative skills.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduating from the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Engineering) combined with the Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation at UTS opens the door to careers where technical engineering skills meet creative problem-solving. You could become a civil engineer, infrastructure designer, project manager, or innovation consultant, ready to take on complex challenges and make an impact in the real world. This degree gives you the practical experience, creative thinking skills, and professional preparation to stand out to employers:

Career support: UTS Careers provides personalised guidance with resumés, interviews, networking events, and employer meet-ups, helping you confidently step into your first professional role.
Employment outlook & salary: Engineering roles are in high demand, and graduates can secure positions with competitive salaries — for example, engineering managers in Australia earn a median of around $187,700 per year.
Industry partnerships: With connections to over 1,000 industry partners, you’ll have access to internships, projects, and networking opportunities that can lead directly into graduate roles.
Accreditation: The engineering component is fully accredited by Engineers Australia and recognised internationally through the Washington Accord, giving your qualification long-term credibility anywhere in the world.
Graduate outcomes: You’ll be ready to work in consultancies, government agencies, construction and infrastructure firms, or entrepreneurial roles, all supported by your creative intelligence and engineering expertise.

Further Academic Progression:

After this degree, you could continue with a Master’s in Civil or Structural Engineering, Infrastructure Management, or Innovation and Entrepreneurship, building deeper technical knowledge or stepping into leadership and business-focused roles — all on the strong foundation you’ve gained at UTS.