The aim of the BSc Civil Engineering program is to prepare graduates with strong engineering knowledge and practical skills to plan, design, construct, and maintain safe and efficient infrastructure such as buildings, roads, bridges, and water systems. In response to the requirements of the modern world, the program also focuses on sustainability, climate resilience, digital technologies, and efficient use of resources. It equips students with problem-solving ability, innovation, teamwork, communication skills, and the use of modern engineering tools, while promoting ethical practice and social responsibility. The program prepares graduates to adapt to technological changes, global challenges, and lifelong learning, enabling them to contribute effectively to sustainable development and infrastructure needs in a rapidly changing world.

This is a first cycle degree program in engineering, Civil Engineering (240 ECTS).
On successful completion of the Civil Engineering programme and gain competencies, a student will be awarded the Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.

After graduation, civil engineering graduates have a wide range of career opportunities in both the public and private sectors. They can work with construction companies, consulting firms, and government organizations as civil, site, project, or design engineers, contributing to the planning, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure projects. Graduates may also find opportunities in quality control, quantity surveying, planning, and infrastructure management. In addition, those interested in academia can pursue higher studies and build careers in teaching and research at universities and educational institutions. With experience and further training, graduates can progress to senior engineering, managerial, consulting, or academic roles.

The following program educational objectives are career and professional accomplishments that the graduates are expected to achieve after graduation:
The graduates will,
1. Apply their engineering knowledge in identifying and solving problems and use their critical judgment skills in order to succeed in their engineering career and/or in advanced academic career.
2. Demonstrate professional and personal leadership and/or a competitive action within multidisciplinary and international environments.
3. Apply the basic principles and practices of engineering in the design and implementation of engineering systems.
4. Remain informed and involved in the evolving technical challenges by engaging in self development activities.

Faculty of Engineering appreciates modern concepts and new methods in engineering education and teaching methods that support educational objectives in addition to traditional methods. Traditional class attendance is compulsory for all courses except graduation projects in the faculty of Engineering. A variety of other educational methods are also used depending on the course and instructor. All kinds of practical exercises including the IT based activities are used to support the understanding of theory and to improve practical skills. Using different educational methods is also aiming to increase the interest of students. Traditional class work is an essential way in order to give basic theory (knowledge) on each topic. Therefore at least 75% of class attendance is expected for all of the courses.

Problem solving sections of knowledge based courses are integrated with the theory sections. There are several ways to conduct laboratory practice. Students conduct experiments in a laboratory under the supervision of either the teaching assistants or instructors. Laboratory sessions provide hands-on experience with surveying, construction materials, soil mechanics, and structural behavior, allowing students to observe and test engineering principles in practice. Design assignments and group projects are included to strengthen analytical thinking, creativity, teamwork, and communication skills. Modern engineering software, simulation tools, and digital technologies are integrated into courses to meet industry demands.


The final-year project encourages independent learning, research skills, and problem-solving by addressing real engineering challenges. Students are expected to prepare a report and/or present their projects in front of an audience at the end of the semester. Reading a new article, which is related to the course topic, and presenting its foundations is another method for engaging students' interest in contemporary issues.

Continuous assessment through quizzes, laboratory reports, presentations, and projects supports consistent learning and helps students develop confidence, responsibility, and readiness for professional practice or further academic study.

Field visits and internships expose students to actual construction sites, engineering offices, and infrastructure projects, helping them understand professional standards and practices.

Distance learning system, which is a web based platform (Moodle-Modular Object-Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment-, elearning.gau.edu.tr), is used as course support system. This system offers many different opportunities in education. Announcing course events and sharing electronic materials are typical usage of the system. This system is a platform that students may be more active than traditional class work and it is an additional option for students to discuss course specific issues with their instructors and colleagues.
Some typical features of Moodle are
-Assignment submission
-Discussion forum
-Files download
-Grading
-Moodle instant messages
-Online calendar
-Online news and announcement (College and course level)
-Online quiz
-Wiki
This system provides transparency and equality for all students and also reduces paper waste. This system is able to direct all messages to the registered e-mail addresses of all members (Students and instructors) of the course similarly to many social networking services. Therefore it is a contemporary way of continuing education out of the classroom by communicating with students and/or planning a variety of web based activities. Usage of distance learning system within the Faculty of engineering varies depending on the course and instructor. Gradually usage of the system increases since all instructors are encouraged to use the distance learning system as effectively as possible.

An undergraduate student is entitled to graduate if s/he satisfactorily completes all required courses, projects and internships, attains a sum of credit-hours amounting to at least the minimum required for graduation, has a CGPA of 2.00 or above and is financially of good standing.
Graduation is conferred by the University Senate upon the recommendation of the Faculties.
The Diplomas are prepared by the Registrar`s Office, and indicate the name of the Program, the date of graduation, and the degree obtained.