The Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Civil Engineering at Gaushala Engineering Campus, affiliated with Rajarshi Janak University, is a comprehensive program that imparts in-depth knowledge and practical skills in civil engineering.
The Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering (BECE) is a four-year undergraduate program. This program spans eight semesters and consists of 128 credit hours.
It offers a well-structured academic framework rooted in both classroom learning and applied fieldwork. Designed to meet the educational and professional needs of future civil engineers in Nepal, the course aims to build a strong academic foundation while also addressing the local and national demand for skilled civil engineers.
Degree: Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering
Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)
Total Credits: 128
Affiliation: Rajarshi Janak University
Location: Gaushala Engineering Campus, Mahottari
Medium of Instruction: English
Total Fee: Rs. 4,25,000 (inclusive of tuition, lab, and academic fees)
The curriculum is carefully structured to develop the technical, analytical, and field-based skills necessary for civil engineering practice. Courses include:
Structural Engineering
Transportation Engineering
Water Supply and Sanitary Engineering
Hydropower and Irrigation Engineering
Surveying and Applied Mechanics
Soil and Rock Mechanics
Construction Management and Engineering Economics
Practical components, including project work, laboratory exercises, survey camps, and software-based design tasks, are integrated throughout the semesters.
To produce competent civil engineers with sound knowledge in infrastructure planning, design, and development
To encourage hands-on learning through labs, fieldwork, and project execution
To prepare students for national-level employment or further study in specialized engineering fields
Graduates can pursue employment in public infrastructure development, hydropower, transportation, construction, consulting firms, and government departments. They can also opt for postgraduate studies in Nepal or abroad.
Students completing this program will:
Understand core civil engineering principles
Apply mathematical and scientific concepts to solve engineering problems
Use modern tools and techniques in engineering design and analysis
Prepare project reports, cost estimations, and conduct field surveys
Demonstrate awareness of environmental, social, and ethical issues
Surveying Techniques and GIS Mapping
Structural Design using Software
Quantity Estimation and Costing
Report Writing and Technical Communication
Hydrology and Water Resource Analysis
The program employs a balanced approach to instruction, combining lectures, tutorials, practical labs, field visits, industry interaction, and guided research. Instructors include full-time academic staff and visiting professionals from the engineering sector.
Applicants must have:
Passed +2 Science, Intermediate Level, or equivalent
Secured at least 40% aggregate or a minimum C grade (1.61 GPA)
Successfully passed the university-conducted entrance examination
Graduates are eligible to apply for roles such as:
Civil Engineer (Government and Private Sectors)
Site Supervisor / Project Manager
Hydropower Design Technician
Road and Bridge Engineer
Planning Officer in Municipal/Provincial Offices
Merit-based and need-based scholarships are available through the campus and external agencies. Candidates are encouraged to contact the administration for the current scholarship criteria.
Curriculum tailored to local infrastructure and development challenges
Balance of academic depth and field-based application
Qualified instructors and access to engineering labs
Opportunities for internships and project-based learning
Transparent admission process and verified university affiliation
The BE Civil Engineering program at Gaushala Engineering Campus offers a comprehensive academic pathway for students seeking a career in civil infrastructure. The course emphasizes practical exposure, contextual relevance, and student readiness for Nepal’s evolving development needs. Aligned with national curriculum standards and verified by Rajarshi Janak University, this program presents an academically sound choice for aspiring engineers.
