Engineering consultancy Curtins and Symetri Europe are excited to announce their partnership for the fifth consecutive year to bring you the Curtins Civil Engineering and Sustainable Infrastructure Insight Programme. This dynamic initiative is designed to empower civil engineering students by providing them with valuable training and the essential skills they need to thrive in the future.
Purpose of the Programme
Since 2020, this dynamic five-week summer programme has been inspiring the next generation of civil engineers by giving them hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of civil infrastructure. Curtin's' mission? To tackle the shortage of skilled civil engineering graduates by sparking passion and building real-world skills that last a lifetime.
Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the programme. Students from every civil engineering course across the UK and Ireland were invited to join — resulting in the biggest, most vibrant cohort yet, bursting with fresh perspectives and talent.
Benefits
At the core of this programme is a powerful partnership between Curtin's' and Symeti. Together, they offer students a unique chance to dive into real projects, learn from industry experts, and master cutting-edge software and tools — bridging the gap between classroom and career like never before.
Programme Content
Sustainability takes centre stage in this forward-thinking curriculum. Over five engaging modules, participants explore green infrastructure, carbon foot printing, and innovative solutions shaping the future of engineering. Key topics include:
Building Information Modelling (BIM)
Digital Delivery
Master Planning
The Four Pillars of Engineering: People, Place, Nature, and Variety
But it’s not just about technical skills. The programme also equips students with essential career tools — from marketing themselves effectively to acing interviews, empowering them to confidently step into their future roles and make a meaningful impact.
