BE Civil Course, Bachelor of Civil Engineering

People have evolved from living in a cave to living in highly fascinating buildings. The mode of transportation has evolved from roadways to airways. The sun has become the modern source of renewable energy. People want to settle at a location that has all the facilities such as sanitation, drinking water, and urbanization.

With the advancement of human civilization, the demand for sustainable infrastructures, drinking water, sanitation, urban planning, and renewable sources of energy is increasing day by day. Bachelor of Civil Engineering or BE Civil is a course designed to produce such individuals who will be capable of synchronizing human ideas with nature.

overview

Bachelor of Civil Engineering is a 4-year undergraduate program that develops a student with an ability to understand various problems associated with civil engineering and develop efficient methods to overcome those defects. The students gain an in-depth understanding of various scientific principles associated with various fields of civil engineering. This course enhances the managerial ability of students, which helps them to establish their own business and grow it.

The BE civil is a practical-oriented education. Survey camping is conducted to improve the in-depth understanding of survey engineering. Students are encouraged to conduct field research individually. Various educational tours are conducted regularly for students to make them familiarize with the use of the theories of civil engineering in real-life structures.

Let us look at some key points that the BE Civil course offers;

• Study of different disciplines of civil engineering. 
• Emphasis on problem-solving abilities and project management through practical and fieldwork.
• Skills and knowledge to design and construct the infrastructure. 
• Individuals who contribute to the development of society and country. 
• A broad range of scope, both locally and globally.

BE Civil Course in Nepal

The first male civil engineer in Nepal was Er. Kul Ratna Tuladhar and Er. Shanti Malla was the first female civil engineer in Nepal. However, the course of BE in Civil in Nepal was established decades after their graduation. The bachelor program in civil engineering was first established by the Pulchowk campus under Tribhuvan University in 1984 AD regularly. As of there, there are more than 6 universities that provide the course of bachelor in civil engineering in Nepal. Many new colleges having civil engineering programs are being established by affiliating with certain universities to meet the requirement of skilled manpower in the country.

Nepal is a developing country. The construction of infrastructure has rapidly increased within this decade. It is essential to establish sustainable infrastructure which is not only economical but also can run for a long period. So, the demand for civil engineers in Nepal is increasing day by day.

Nepal has been facing geological hazards on a regular basis. Civil engineers can play a vital role in the construction of the infrastructure which can withstand the substantial effects of geo-hazard areas using the knowledge acquired while completing a bachelor's in civil engineering.

BE in civil provides a platform for students to learn various design and analysis software such as ETABS, SAP 2000, and OpenSees. Using the skills of these tools a civil engineer can design and analyze the structure in such a way that it can withstand various man-made and natural hazards. 

Students who graduate with a BE in civil can use the knowledge of hydrology engineering, water resource engineering, and civil engineering to mitigate the effect of floods in various parts of Nepal. Similarly, after graduating Bachelor's in civil engineering, students can also work as energy engineer.

General Information

There are more than 2000 universities in this world with a civil engineering program. BE civil course is a 4-year, 8-semester undergraduate program. Among those, 7 universities are regularly teaching civil engineering courses in Nepal. Some of the private colleges are affiliated with these universities to start civil engineering programs in Nepal. There are about 11 public and more than 40 private colleges which teach civil engineering course in Nepal. 

How many seats are there for civil engineering in public campuses of Tribhuvan University? 

There is a strong competition to get enrolled in public colleges of Tribhuvan University. Thousands of students appear in the entrance examination to study BE civil and only 1488 students are selected to study at Tribhuvan University. Not only the domestic students but some of the international students try their chance to enroll in the public colleges of TU to study civil engineering.

There are only 624 seats for civil engineering courses in 4 different public colleges affiliated with Tribhuvan University. Among those, 216 are regular intake and 300 are full fee intake. Pulchowk campus offers 192 seats among them 108 are regular intake and 84 are full fee intake. The remaining seats are equally divided among the other 3 the public colleges. Regular intake has to pay only Rs. 53,300 and full fee intake has to pay Rs.4,90,000 for four years of BE in Civil in Public colleges of TU.

There are 10 private colleges affiliated with Tribhuvan University which provides 864 seats for civil engineering in Nepal. There is also a reserved Quota for certain students. You should contact the Institute of Engineering for your eligibility.

How many students can enroll to study civil engineering in central college of Pokhara Univesity?

The public campus of Pokhara University offers 96 seats for bachelor's in civil engineering annually in two intakes. 13 private colleges affiliated with Pokhara University offer bachelor in civil engineering for 748 students.

How many seats are there in public and private college of Purbanchal University?

96 seats for BE in civil are available in public campus of Purbanchal University. 14 private colleges affiliated with Purbanchal University offer 984 seats for bachelor in civil engineering.

The table below shows a comparative study of the duration, number of colleges, seats available, and credit hours across different universities in Nepal.

University/ Factors	TU	KU	PU	PoU	FWU	MU	MTU
Duration	4	4	4	4	4	4	4
No of Colleges	14	1	15	14	1	1	1
Seats	1488	60	1080	844	48	48	48
Credit Hours	180	154	194	126	141	144	152

The pie chart below shows the number of seats with percentages, across different universities. It can be seen that the highest number of seats provided is by Tribhuvan University (1488). Far-western University, Madhyapaschim University, and Manmohan Technical University offer the same number of seats (48).

What after BE in Civil/ Bachelor in Civil Engineering from Nepal?

Students can get a good salary according to their experience and skills in various industries in Nepal.

• Students become qualified to pursue master’s degrees within the country or outside of the country.
• Students can establish their own company based on their ideas.
• A good score in BE in civil from Nepal can help you secure a full scholarship for a master’s degree along with a stipend in various parts of this world.
• Students who have completed BE in Civil from Nepal with a good percentage can get direct admission to PhD in US universities.

Objectives of bachelors of civil engineering

The Civil engineering course has multiple objectives, all of which focus on improving and sustaining the built environment in order to meet the infrastructural demands of society. Let's look at the in-depth purpose of the course: 

• The BE Civil course provides individuals with a society capable enough to design and construct the required infrastructure like bridges, roads, buildings, airports, tunnels, and many more. 
• The engineers need to ensure the safety of the infrastructure and the public property. These structures should be able to withstand various calamities. This course supplies students with the required knowledge for this.
• The course ensures that civil engineers are capable of making decisions for the welfare of society and nature. 
• It teaches students about the optimization of resources.
• It includes various sub-disciplines. Students can study them for their master’s

Why should you choose civil engineering?

• Civil Engineering is top 3 highest earning professions all around the world.
• Civil Engineers are well respected and considered one of the high ranked scholars all around the work.
• Civil Engineers are employed for the construction of high rise buildings, dams, and bridges to ensure their sustainability during earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, and floods.
• Civil Engineers will play a vital role in providing safe and clean drinking water for people all around the world.
• Civil Engineers ensure that infrastructure is constructed considering the safety of people during natural and man-made hazard.

Eligibility for civil engineering

BE Civil course is one of the most sought-after engineering courses in Nepal. And, the number of seats available is comparatively low. So, the competition is always high.

However, not everyone might be eligible enough to study the BE civil course.  Those students willing to pursue their education in Bachelor of Civil Engineering should meet the following criteria: 

• They should have passed +2 in science/A-level education with overall grade of C.
• Students should have studied physics, chemistry and mathematics in 11 and 12. 
• Student should pass engineering entrance exam. 

What if you fail your entrance exam?

• You will not be eligible to join any private or public colleges in Nepal if you fail your entrance exam.

Fee structure of civil engineering

Admission Requirement

Anyone interested in studying the BE Civil course in Nepal should get an entrance examination form (if one is required) from the preferred colleges. They should send the completed form to the college administration after completing it with the necessary information.

Applicants taking the entrance exams must keep the following guidelines in mind: 

• The questions asked in the entrance examination are objective in nature. 
• There might be a negative ranking system depending on the universities conducting the entrance examination. 
• Securing just a passing mark might not be enough to study BE civil course. They must secure the marks good enough to be eligible to obtain the seat. 
• The respective university issues the notice about exam details.

If the applicants qualify to be admitted to the desired college, the following documents might be required:

• Certificate and mark sheet of SEE / SLC.
• Transcript of 10+2 or any equivalent course
• Migration certificate of 10+2 or any equivalent course
• Mark sheet of 10+2 or any equivalent course

Fee Structure

Let's get the harsh truth out first, civil engineering is an expensive course to study. The approximate minimum fee required is in lakhs. 

Moreover, the fee structure depends upon various factors besides the course itself. Facilities and resources provided by the institution, the quality of teachers they have, the curriculum, and multiple other elements play an important role in the fee structure. 

The fee structure of government colleges is cheaper than that of private institutions. The fee structure also depends upon the accredited university.

Let us look at the surface comparison of the fee structure in different universities of Nepal providing BE civil courses.

University	Approximate Fee Structure in NPR (in lakhs)
	Public College	Private College
TU	Rs.53,300-Rs.4,90,000	Rs 10-15 lakhs
PU	Rs. 4,49,000	Rs 8-15 lakhs
PoU	Rs.10,200-5,94,200	Rs 6-12 lakhs
FWU	Rs. 2,00,000
MWU	Rs. 2,00,000
KU	Rs. 6,90,000
MTU	Rs. 5,90,000

Note: The fee structure mentioned above is an estimate. Students should contact the desired university/college to determine the exact fee structure.

The table above is converted in the bar graph below which provides the comparison between the approximate highest, lowest, and the difference in fee structure for BE Civil degree across different universities.

Scholarships

Almost all of the universities of Nepal provide scholarships for BE civil courses. Not everyone is eligible for the scholarship though. There are certain criteria for any student to receive a free education. In addition to that, students are granted scholarships if they get excellent scores on their exams.

You become eligible for the scholarship depending on your rank in the entrance exam. Additionally, there are merit-based scholarships for certain students. The full scholarship allows students to study the entire course without paying even a single penny for a tuition fee. You have to pay a certain amount of money if you get admission with a partial scholarship.

Students should visit the official website and visit the university to verify their eligibility for scholarships. With good scholarships, the financial burden of the students gets relieved.

career and scope of bachelor of civil engineering

Civil engineering is one of the oldest disciplines under an engineering degree. From constructing cloud-touching buildings to the simple houses we live in, the scope of civil engineering is vast and wide. 

A few of the scopes of the BE Civil Course are discussed below;

• A licensed BE graduate can work as a designer, planner, site supervisor, or surveyor in the construction company. 
• Various government sectors seek licensed civil engineers for the planning and construction of various infrastructures in different parts of the nation.  
• BE in civil engineering provides an opportunity to learn about the design and analysis of structures. This provides a strong foundation for students to pursue a master's degree in structural engineering and pursue a career as a structural engineer. 
• Students pursuing a Bachelor's in Civil Engineers get experience and exposure to various prospects of this world. So that, they can work as consultants in various institutions after graduation.  
• While studying BE in civil, students have to complete their assignments and projects by using various advanced research methods. Due to this, they become qualified to work as a researcher in various fields of civil engineering after passing out of college.
• A bachelor in civil engineering enhances the ability of students to plan various modes of transportation and choose an economical and efficient mode of transportation for a location. So that, they can work as transportation Engineers for various private and government sectors. 
• While studying BE in civil, students became familiar with various prospects of water resources, sanitary, and hydrology engineering. So, they can also work as a water resources engineer, sanitary engineer, and hydrology engineer after graduating bachelor's in civil engineering. 
• Bachelor in civil engineering encourages students to develop problem-solving ideas that would be beneficial for economic growth and development of the country. This motivates civil engineering graduates to work on their cutting-edge ideas and be an entrepreneur. 

How much a civil engineer earns in Nepal? 

After completing a bachelor's in civil engineering, students can start their businesses related to construction and development industry. Civil engineers in Nepal earn between NPR 30,000 to NPR 100,000 per month depending on their experience and skills.

What are the earnings of civil engineers in foreign countries?

Civil engineers are well-paid as an employer in various parts of the world. The approximate average salary ranges of civil engineers all around the world are as follows:

Country	Approx. Average Salary Range Per Year
USA	$60,000 - $120,000
Norway	NOK 500,000-NOK 900,000
Denmark	DKK 400,000-DKK 600,000
Australia	AUD 70,000 - AUD 120,000
Canada	CAD 60,000-CAD 100,000
Germany	£45,000 - £70,000
United Kingdom	£25,000 - £60,000