The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Electronic) is an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 8 degree that typically spans four years of full-time study. It is designed for students who want to develop deep expertise in the design, development, testing, and management of electrical and electronic systems — from the nanometre scale of microelectronics to the kilometre-scale of power transmission infrastructure. The curriculum spans a broad range of disciplines including circuit design, power systems, control engineering, signal processing, telecommunications, embedded systems, and increasingly, renewable energy and automation. Students typically explore everything from electrical theory and control systems to computer interfacing, sensor design, and engineering project management, giving them the foundational and advanced skills to design electrical and electronic products, processes, and systems grounded in sound engineering principles. Most Australian programs allow students to specialise through majors or elective pathways in areas such as biomedical engineering, communication systems, computer engineering, cybersecurity, mechatronics and robotics, or renewable energy.

This degree is accredited by Engineers Australia at the level of Professional Engineer, meaning graduates meet the academic requirements for Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status and are recognised internationally through the Washington Accord. It suits analytical, problem-solving students with strong interests in mathematics, physics, and technology. Typical employers of graduates span a wide range of industries: energy utilities and network operators (such as power distributors and the Australian Energy Market Operator), telecommunications companies, defence contractors, mining and resources firms, transport infrastructure agencies, government departments, engineering consultancies, and technology companies. Australia's national push toward electrification, renewable energy, smart cities, and advanced manufacturing has made this degree more relevant than ever.

For domestic students, entry into a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Electronic) typically requires completion of an Australian Year 12 qualification (or equivalent) with an ATAR generally in the range of 70–90 or above, depending on the institution and state. Prerequisite subjects almost universally include Mathematics (Mathematical Methods or equivalent at a strong level) and typically at least one science subject, most commonly Physics. Some institutions also recommend or require Chemistry or Engineering Studies. Entry thresholds vary considerably: some programs have guaranteed ATAR entry points around 84, while others have indicative ATARs closer to 70–75 for regional or open-entry providers. Meeting the minimum ATAR does not guarantee a place at competitive institutions, as selection is merit-based.

Alternative entry pathways are widely available for students who do not meet direct ATAR requirements. These include completing a TAFE/VET Advanced Diploma or Diploma in Engineering or related technology (which may also provide significant credit transfer into the degree), foundation or enabling courses, a Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT), or an internal transfer from a related undergraduate program. Mature-age applicants may be assessed on the basis of work and life experience. For international students, institutions require evidence of English language proficiency, typically an IELTS Academic score of at least 6.5 overall (with no band below 6.0), or equivalent results in TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, or Cambridge C1 Advanced. International students must also meet academic prerequisites equivalent to Australian Year 12 with strong mathematics and science backgrounds. Most institutions accept a variety of international senior secondary qualifications and may assess them on a case-by-case basis.