Our research
About our research
UNSW School of Civil and Environmental Engineering is the second-largest school of its kind in Australia and continually tops the rankings for our research expertise. Â
We are at the forefront of fundamental and applied research across civil, environmental, geospatial engineering and surveying with internationally acclaimed research centres.Â
Each year we collaborate with over 100 industry and government organisations on projects to solve the world’s most pressing challenges in climate change, water supplies, and infrastructure.Â
Research areas
We are proud of our long-standing history in civil, environmental, geospatial engineering and surveying research. Â
Centres & institutes
Our research centres and institutes are internationally recognised for solving some of the world’s biggest challenges.Â
Research degrees
We offer two postgraduate research degree options, including the Doctor of Philosophy and the Master of Philosophy. Â
Facilities
Staff and students have access to world-class infrastructure to support our mission to solve the world’s most complex challenges.Â
Research project highlights
Share some of our research insights and visions for local and global futures in construction, environmental, geospatial, infrastructure, transport, and water engineering.Â
Undergraduate research opportunities
UNSW Engineering offers undergraduate students a variety of opportunities to gain experience in cutting-edge research, beyond their thesis.Â
Find a research supervisor
We offer two postgraduate research degree options, including the Doctor of Philosophy and the Master of Philosophy. Â
Research students
Our school is committed to providing a strong support network for our research students to grow and develop their skills to become leaders in their field.Â
UniCIV
UniCIV is a report written by our academics about their research topic.