Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

About

The civil engineering program at Saint Louis University’s School of Science and Engineering incorporates the latest trends in the industry to address the current and future needs of the profession and society. As a student in civil engineering at SLU's School of Science and Engineering, you will develop a comprehensive skill set and leadership background needed to address society’s needs at local, regional and global levels. Students have the opportunity to solve problems within construction, environmental, geotechnical, structural, transportation and water resources engineering fields. Students also have the opportunity to join many student clubs such as the student chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Engineers Without Borders and Billikens for Clean Water.SLU's civil engineering curriculum emphasizes professional practice preparation using project-based, hands-on learning methods. With easy access to a sophisticated computer-aided design laboratory, a structures laboratory and more, our graduates gain invaluable experience that helps launch their career and set them on a trajectory to shape our world and beyond. SLU's civil engineering program provides a solid foundation of coursework in the engineering sciences. This unique program also includes courses related to construction, environmental, geotechnical, structural, transportation and water resources engineering fields. Modern and well-equipped laboratories emphasize experimental methods and measurement techniques. Benefits of SLU's civil engineering program include several internship and career opportunities. Competitive summer internships are available within the industry and government agencies. Students can arrange independent study on a civil engineering topic under the direction of a faculty member. Located in the heart of St. Louis, SLU offers civil engineering students access to a number of industry contacts from around the area.  

Career Path 

Graduate career path includes Civil Engineer, Structural Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Transportation Engineer, Water Resources Engineer, Construction Engineer, Urban Planner (Civil Focus), Infrastructure Engineer, Project Engineer, Highway & Roadway Engineer, Public Works Engineer, Building Services Engineer, Hydraulic Engineer, Bridge Engineer, Coastal Engineer, Surveying Engineer, Materials Engineer (Civil Applications), Municipal Engineer, Disaster Risk Management Engineer, Energy & Utilities Infrastructure Engineer, Sustainability Engineer (Civil Focus), Port & Harbor Engineer, Airport Design Engineer, Smart City Infrastructure Engineer, Railway Systems Engineer, Tunnel Engineer, Mining Infrastructure Engineer, Academic & Research Careers.