Bachelor's degree · Tbilisi, Georgia

Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Undergraduate)

This is a four-year, eight-semester Bachelor of Civil Engineering taught entirely in English at the University of Georgia in Tbilisi, covering structural analysis, materials, geotechnics and construction management. Georgia is a practical place to study it: tuition sits at $4,500 a year, Tbilisi is in the middle of sustained road, metro, hydropower and residential construction, and the city is affordable enough for a student to live on a modest budget while completing the degree.

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University: The University of Georgia (UG)
Level: Bachelor's degree
Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)
Language: English
Tuition: $4,500 per year
Next intake: Fall 2026

Who this program suits

It suits students who enjoy mathematics and physics applied to real structures, and who want a technical degree in English without paying Western European fees. If you like site visits, drawings and load calculations more than abstract theory, you will be comfortable here. It is a poor fit if you dislike sustained maths, want a mostly design-led or architectural course, or expect a fully online or lecture-light programme.

What you study

Engineering mathematics, mechanics and strength of materials
Structural analysis and design of reinforced concrete and steel members
Soil mechanics, foundations and geotechnical engineering
Construction materials, concrete technology and materials testing
Hydraulics, water supply and sanitary engineering basics
Surveying, CAD drawing, construction management and cost estimation

Where it leads

Graduate site or works engineer with contractors on buildings, roads and bridges
Junior structural or design engineer in a consultancy or design office
Quantity surveying, estimation and construction planning roles
Materials testing, quality control and site supervision
Public infrastructure and municipal engineering departments
Master's study in structural, geotechnical or transport engineering abroad — professional engineer registration is licensed nationally, so check the engineering body in the country where you intend to practise

What it costs

Tuition is $4,500 per year, so roughly $18,000 across the four years. Living in Tbilisi typically runs about $300–450 a month depending on whether you share a flat and how you eat and travel, which adds somewhere near $3,600–5,400 a year. Budget separately for your visa, residence permit, travel and study materials.

What the university asks for

The document list for this program is not published with the program data, so the exact list is confirmed against your own school and identity documents before your file is submitted. Start the translation and legalisation or apostille process early - it is the slowest part. A school record showing reasonable results in mathematics and physics helps, since the first year moves quickly into engineering mechanics.

Questions students ask

Is the whole four years taught in English, or only the first years?

The programme is delivered in English across all eight semesters, including technical subjects such as structural analysis and soil mechanics. You will pick up Georgian informally in Tbilisi, which helps on site visits and in daily life, but it is not the language of instruction.

Can I work as a civil engineer in my home country with this degree?

The degree is a recognised Georgian bachelor's qualification, but engineering practice is regulated country by country. Check with the engineering council or licensing body where you plan to work about their assessment process, as some require an exam, supervised experience or a credential evaluation.

When does teaching start if I take the Spring 2026 intake?

Spring 2026 is the next entry point, so your first semester begins in the spring rather than autumn, and you complete the eight semesters from there. Apply several months ahead so document legalisation and visa formalities are finished before the semester opens.