Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 72 months
- Time limits for degree completion: 6 years if admitted post-masters; 8 years if admitted post-bachelor's degree
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting January 2027
- Apply before Nov 2026
- Starting August 2027
- Apply before Jun 2027
Language
English
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 65
- IELTS: 6.5
Credits
42 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Las Vegas, United States
Disciplines
- Environmental Engineering
- Civil Engineering & Construction
Overview
Specific areas of engineering that are currently available include Construction, Geotechnical, Structural, Transportation, and Water Resources/Environmental.
The Civil and Environmental Engineering degree at University of Nevada, Las Vegas in chosen area is awarded based on the scholarly contribution provided by the candidate in his/her area of research. It is expected that the PhD candidate should demonstrate in depth knowledge in the subject matter of his/her chosen area of expertise.
Learning Outcomes
The student learning outcomes are:
- Demonstrate knowledge in the chosen area of their expertise (construction, geotechnical, structural, transportation, and water resources/environmental).
- Acquire and apply appropriate research methodology to solve contemporary engineering problems related to the area of their expertise.
- Demonstrate an ability to generate, collect, compile, and interpret research data.
- Demonstrate that the dissertation contributes new and significant knowledge towards the area of expertise.
- Demonstrate technical communication skills.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Construction Cost Analysis and Estimating
- Engineering Project Management
- Construction Estimating for Infrastructure Projects
- Construction Engineering Management
- Foundations of Big Data Analytics for Infrastructure Applications
Academic requirements
- GPA: 3.2
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 65
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
Post-Master's Subplan
- The applicant to this subplan must have a Master of Science in Engineering degree or equivalent with a major in civil engineering or a closely allied field. Students with non-engineering backgrounds will be required to complete a set of coursework requirements that will ensure successful completion of the Ph.D. specialization.
- A minimum post-baccalaureate GPA of 3.20 on a 4.00 scale (4.00=A) or equivalent is required for admission.
- The CEEC Graduate Program Committee (GPC) and Graduate Coordinator make all the final decisions after the review of each applicants records and admissions information.
Post-Bachelor's Subplan
- The applicant to this subplan must have earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree or equivalent with a major in civil engineering or a closely allied field.
- A minimum baccalaureate overall GPA of 3.20 on a 4.00 scale (4.00=A) and GPA of 3.5 for the last 60 credits is required for admission.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 37,607 AUD / year (≈ 26,658 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 37,198 AUD / year (≈ 26,368 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 10,913 AUD / year (≈ 7,736 USD / year)
Living costs
Las Vegas, United States: 1,241-2,017 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
