Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Science

Swinburne University of Technology

CRICOS Institution Code 00111D

Duration

260 weeks

Delivery

On Campus

Study Load

Full-time or equivalent part-time

Intakes

Semester 1: 01-March-2027 (Hawthorn)

Course Overview

About This Course

Follow your passion for engineering and learn the skills and knowledge required to enter a range of professional scientific environments. A Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Science will give you the theoretical and practical engineering knowledge to prepare for roles in your chosen field across a range of industries. Along the way you'll build skills in areas like Problem solving, Engineering principles, Analytical problem solving, Conducting laboratory experiments, Critical data analysis, Report writing skills. Graduates typically move into roles such as Electrical engineer, Industrial engineer, Design/mechanical engineer, Sustainability analyst, Meteorologist.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

John St, Hawthorn, VIC 3122

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

9537

Duration

260 weeks

Intakes

Semester 1: 01-March-2027 (Hawthorn)

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic students:

Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification
Completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (diplomas, advanced diplomas, associate degrees and degrees).
Guaranteed Entry ATAR 75.0 Lowest ATAR to receive an offer in 2023 [after adjustment factors] 72.75
A study score of 25 in any Information Technology, any Mathematics or any Science equals 2 aggregate points per study.
A study score of 30 in any Information Technology, any Mathematics or any Science equals 3 aggregate points per study.
A study score of 35 in Mathematics Methods or Specialist Maths equals 5 aggregate points per study.
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 23 in any English (except EAL) or 27 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 20 in one of Maths: General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics or equivalent
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Associate Degree of Applied Technologies - Advanced Manufacturing Find out more (Associate Degree of Applied Technologies - Advanced Manufacturing)
Associate Degree of Engineering Find out more (Associate Degree of Engineering)

International students:

Successful completion of Australian Year 12, or equivalent overseas qualification.
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 23 in any English (except EAL) or 27 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 20 in one of Maths: General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics or equivalent
IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 65%, all skills 65% or above
Or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.
Associate Degree of Engineering Find out more (Associate Degree of Engineering)

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Electrical engineer
Industrial engineer
Design/mechanical engineer
Sustainability analyst
Meteorologist
Astrophysicist

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 Units21 units

ENG10001

Humanitarian Engineering Design Project

Core unit , 12.5 credit points

ENG10002

Engineering Materials

Core unit , 12.5 credit points

MTH00007

Preliminary Mathematics

Core unit , 12.5 credit points

PHY10001

Energy and Motion

Core unit , 12.5 credit points

COS10009

Introduction to Programming

Core unit , 12.5 credit points

ENG10003

Engineering Mechanics

Core unit , 12.5 credit points

ENG10006

Engineering Technology with Indigenous Context

Core unit , 12.5 credit points

MTH10013

Linear Algebra and Applications

Core unit , 12.5 credit points

MTH10012

Calculus and Applications

Core unit

EAT20008

Professional Experience in Engineering

Core unit

ENG40005

Final Year Capstone Project 1

Core unit , 12.5 credit points , Choose if majoring in Architectural, Civil, Mechanical or Product Design

ENG40007

Engineering Technology Project A

Core unit , 12.5 credit points , Choose if majoring in Biomedical, Electrical or Robotics

EAT40005

Engineering Technology Project A (ENG/CS)

Core unit , 12.5 credit points , Choose if majoring in Software

ENG40006

Final Year Capstone Project 2

Core unit , 12.5 credit points , Choose if majoring in Architectural, Civil, Mechanical or Product Design

ENG40008

Engineering Technology Project B

Core unit , 12.5 credit points , Choose if majoring in Biomedical, Electrical or Robotics

EAT40006

Engineering Technology Project B (ENG/CS)

Core unit , 12.5 credit points , Choose if majoring in Software

BIO10001

Concepts of Biology

Core unit , 12.5 credit points

CHE10001

Chemistry 1

Core unit , 12.5 credit points

CHE10004

Introduction to Chemistry

Core unit , 12.5 credit points

NPS20011

Societal Challenges in Science

Core unit , 12.5 credit points

NPS30004

Grand Challenges in Science

Core unit , 12.5 credit points

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What majors can I choose from in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Science double degree?

For the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), you can choose from Architectural, Biomedical, Civil, Electrical and Electronic, Mechanical, Product Design, Robotics and Mechatronics, and Software majors. For the Bachelor of Science, available majors include Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Physics, Astronomy and Astrophysics, and Space Technology.

What is the guaranteed entry ATAR for this course?

The guaranteed entry ATAR for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Science is 75.0. You'll be guaranteed a place if you meet or exceed this score, provided you also meet the course prerequisites. The lowest ATAR to receive an offer in 2023 (after adjustment factors) was 72.75.

Are there subject adjustment points available for this course?

Yes, subject adjustment points are available. A study score of 25 in any Information Technology, any Mathematics, or any Science equals 2 aggregate points per study; a study score of 30 equals 3 aggregate points per study; and a study score of 35 in Mathematics Methods or Specialist Maths equals 5 aggregate points per study. The overall maximum is 15 points. Note that subject adjustment points are applied to the aggregate, not the ATAR.

What pathways are available into this double degree?

Approved pathway courses include the Associate Degree of Applied Technologies - Advanced Manufacturing and the Associate Degree of Engineering. These pathways allow students to progress from one qualification to another where the first course is recognised as an entry requirement and/or provides credit (advanced standing) into this double degree.

What happens if I don't meet the mathematics prerequisite for this course?

Applicants who do not meet the mathematics prerequisites for this course will be required to successfully complete Swinburne's MathsLink Methods bridging program before commencing the degree.

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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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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Science

About This Course

Available Locations

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Entry Requirements

Where this takes you

Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Apply

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