Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Science

James Cook University

CRICOS Institution Code 00117J

Duration

260 weeks

Delivery

On-campus

Study Load

Full time / Part time

Intakes

Townsville: February, September / Cairns: February, September

Course Overview

About This Course

Prepare yourself to solve tomorrow’s challenges with a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) — Bachelor of Science. Combine your passion for mathematical techniques and effective design with the technical knowledge and theory of scientific study. You’ll learn the core concepts of engineering and specialise in the scientific field of your choice, with each area equipping you to develop creative solutions to complex problems and discover new knowledge and ways of working through in-depth research. Studying the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) — Bachelor of Science degree will give you the essential knowledge and skills for two highly competitive industries. Your unique blend of expertise in your chosen areas of engineering and science will enable you to stand out to future employers. Each of your specialisations within engineering and science will complement each other, with the theory of one field informing and broadening your understanding of the other. You’ll have hands-on experience in each degree, giving you the skills you need to graduate with confidence no matter what industry or field you pursue. Students who are based in Townsville and have completed at least one year of their degree are eligible to apply for an Australian Public Service Academy Campus position. With opportunities in the Digital and Data spheres, you can align your studies to part-time work, that may translate into a full-time job offer upon graduation.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Brisbane

349 Queen St, BRISBANE, QLD 4000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

$8,322 per year (Commonwealth Supported Place)

Duration

260 weeks

Intakes

Townsville: February, September / Cairns: February, September

Study Mode

Full time / Part time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic Students:

ATAR 70
Recommended Knowledge: English (Units 3/4,C) and Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4,C)
Alternate Pathways

International Students:

Recommended Knowledge: English (Units 3/4,C) and Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4,C)
English language requirements: Band 1
If your native language is not English, you must meet the minimum English language requirements for this course

Additional Requirements:

Recommended: English, Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4,C)
Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of ”Band 1” – Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Combining Engineering and Science qualifications give JCU graduates a wide range of employment and career opportunities.
Graduates pursue careers in various areas including hospitals, resource management, defence agencies, scientific and technological research, mathematics, conservation, environmental science, chemistry, mining, or biotechnology.
You could find employment as an aerospace avionics engineer, chemical engineer, civil engineer, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, biomedical specialist, environmental scientist, mathematician, or AI machine learning specialist.
Alternatively, go on to study the Bachelor of Science (Honours).
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, Engineers Australia, Institution of Chemical Engineers, Australian Institute of Physics, Graduates who major in Chemistry may be eligible to register for non-corporate membership of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI).
With an additional three years of Chemistry experience, they may be eligible to register as a Chartered Chemist with Corporate Membership of RACI.View the Handbook for more information.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Engineers Australia (EA)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

Engineers Australia

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units37 units

EG1000

Engineering 1

EG1002

Computing and Sensors

EG1010

Process Engineering

EG1011

Statics and Dynamics

EG1012

Electric Circuits

MA1000

Mathematical Foundations

MA1003

Mathematical Techniques

PH1005

Newtonian Physics

MA1020

Preparatory Mathematics

SC1101

Science, Technology and Truth

MA2000

Mathematics for Scientists and Engineers

SC2202

Quantitative Methods in Science

SC2209

Quantitative Methods in Science-Advanced

EG3000

Introduction to Systems Engineering and Project Management

EG4011

Thesis Part 1 of 2

EG4012

Thesis Part 2 of 2

BEH-CEM

BEng(Hons) - Chemical Engineering Major

BEH-CVL

BEng(Hons) - Civil Engineering Major

BEH-EEL

BEng(Hons) - Electrical and Electronic Engineering Major

BEH-MEN

BEng(Hons) - Mechanical Engineering Major

BEH-EEL

BEng(Hons) - Electrical and Electronic Engineering Major

BEH-IOT

BEng(Hons) - Electronic Systems and Internet of Things Engineering Major

BEH-MEN

BEng(Hons) - Mechanical Engineering Major

BSC-AQT

BSc - Aquaculture Science and Technology Major

BSC-CHY

BSc - Chemistry Major

BSC-BIF

BSc - Bioinformatics Major

BSC-DSC

BSc - Data Science Major

BSC-ESS

BSc - Environmental Earth Science Major

BSC-GLG

BSc - Geology Major

BSC-MBY

BSc - Marine Biology Major

BSC-MTM

BSc - Mathematics Major

BSC-MCB

BSc - Molecular and Cell Biology Major

BSC-PCS

BSc - Physics Major

BSC-ZAE

BSc - Zoology and Ecology Major

BSC-DSC

BSc - Data Science Major

BSC-ESS

BSc - Environmental Earth Science Major

BSC-ZAE

BSc - Zoology and Ecology Major

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What Engineering majors can I choose from in this double degree?

You can choose from 5 different Engineering majors: Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electronic Systems and Internet of Things (IoT) Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Note that not all majors are available at all campuses.

What Science majors are available, and can I study more than one?

There are 10 Science majors to choose from, and you can choose to study one or two majors. Options include Aquaculture Science and Technology, Chemistry, Data Science, Marine Biology, and Physics, among others. Not all majors are available at all campuses.

Does this degree include any work placement or industry experience?

Yes. In the Engineering (Honours) component, you will participate in 12 weeks of industry-based practical placement — you may even be paid for your work experience. Studies culminate in your final year with an honours component, where you will complete a major engineering project and thesis.

Is the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Science accredited by any professional bodies?

Yes. The engineering component is accredited by Engineers Australia, and the Chemistry major within the science component is accredited by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute, allowing graduates to work anywhere in the world.

Are there any additional opportunities available to students enrolled in this degree?

Yes. Students who are based in Townsville and have completed at least one year of their degree are eligible to apply for an Australian Public Service Academy Campus position. With opportunities in the Digital and Data spheres, you can align your studies to part-time work, that may translate into a full-time job offer upon graduation.

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$58,000 – $75,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$75,000 – $95,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$95,000 – $120,000/yr

Career Paths

Environmental Scientist
Laboratory Scientist / Medical Scientist
Research Scientist
Ecologist
Microbiologist

Key Skills

Scientific reasoning and critical thinking
Laboratory techniques and safety protocols
Data collection, analysis, and statistical interpretation
Scientific writing and research report preparation
Fieldwork and environmental sampling methods

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