Geotechnical Engineering

• Gain a fundamental understanding of Geotechnical Engineering.
• Explore elements of structural engineering, water and environment engineering, geology, and other relevant disciplines. 
• Practical courses and field work.  

For the minor in the  Bachelor of Engineering with Honours, complete the following courses: 

• ENCN353 Geotechnical Engineering
• ENCN452 Advanced Geotechnical Engineering
• ENCN454 Introduction to Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering

And 30 points from these elective courses.

Plus complete the requirements for Civil Engineering

Many Engineering students at UC receive job offers before they graduate. A career in Geotechnical Engineering could include:

• geotechnical consulting or contracting
• advising local, regional, or central government
• project management
• iwi development.

Find out more about  what you can do with a degree from UC.