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The School of Civil, Environmental and Mining Engineering has a long history of producing leading civil, environmental, mining, architectural and structural engineers. The University of Adelaide is consistently ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide. It is also ranked 13th for mining engineering, 34th for water resource engineering and 17th for civil engineering.*
* Academic Ranking of World Universities 2019
Study with us
Our broad range of undergraduate, postgraduate and research degrees will prepare you to apply creative and critical thinking to provide innovative engineering solutions fundamental for a functioning society. Specialise in civil engineering, environmental engineering, mining, architectural and structural engineering.
Our research
The School of Civil, Environmental and Mining Engineering’s internationally-recognised research is focused on managing water resources, structural engineering and materials, mining and geoengineering. We offer a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
Student support
Are you a current or commencing student? Our Ask ECMS team is available for any questions you have regarding your degree—from enrolment and practical experience, to degree checks and credit transfers. You can also access online resources, including study plans and forms.
Contact us
Do you need to contact the School of Civil, Environmental and Mining Engineering? If your question relates to a specific matter, you can contact the relevant school staff member directly.
Will you be joining us from overseas?
Studying at the University of Adelaide, continuously ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide, will challenge and inspire you. We're a member of Australia's Group of Eight (Go8), made up of the country's best universities.
The University's beautiful campus features traditional sandstone buildings, open spaces and cutting-edge facilities. Located in the multicultural city of Adelaide, South Australia; it is close to accommodation, shops, entertainment and attractions.
The School of Civil, Environmental and Mining Engineering offers a range of world-class programs. Find out more about study options, entry requirements, how to apply and life in Adelaide.
News
21
Feb
Microsoft Protégé 2020 Competition
Microsoft is giving you the chance to put your knowledge into practice through the Protégé annual case competition - applications close Monday 6 April.
20
Feb
ECMS students finalists at the Top 100 Future Leaders competition
Congratulations to our current ECMS students and recent graduates who represented South Australia as finalists at the Top 100 Future Leaders competition.
14
Feb
Applications now open: 2020 Women in STEM Careers (WiSC) Program
You're invited to apply to our 2020 Women in STEM Careers (WiSC) Program. Applications close 23 February.
10
Feb
Generous PhD scholarships to deliver the tools for integrating the mining value chain
Join the Australian Research Council Training Centre for Integrated Operations for Complex Resources and help deliver the vital enabling tools – advanced sensors, data analytics and Artificial Intelligence – for automated, integrated and optimised mining.
10
Feb
Now open: KPMG Graduate and Vacation programs for 2020/2021
Applications are open now for KPMG’s 2021 Graduate Program and 2020/21 Vacation Program, closing 6 March.
14
Jan
ECMS HDR Travelling Scholarship - open to MPhil/PhD in ECMS
The ECMS Higher Degree by Research (HDR) Travelling Scholarship was established to support higher degree by research students who present study-related research at a peer-reviewed conference. Applications close 31 March 2020.
Events
16
Mar
HiTEMP-2: Attend the 2nd international forum on zero carbon high temperature minerals processing
16-18 March: The Centre for Energy Technology at the University of Adelaide invites you to attend the second International Forum on Zero Carbon High Temperature Minerals Processing (HiTeMP-2), the leading global forum fostering the transformation of heavy industry towards net-zero CO2 emissions.
1
Apr
Bridging the gap between research and production for machine learning
1 April: The 2020 Dean's Research Seminar Series kicks off with guest speaker and best-selling author Chip Huyen who is working with a US-based start-up that focuses on overcoming the challenge of productionizing research in the machine learning industry.
12
May
12 May: Whether you're still at high school or planning to join us mid-year, taking a break from study or rethinking your career path, come chat with us at STEM Careers Night.