Bachelor of Engineering Science

Western Sydney University

Western Sydney University

CRICOS 074195E · Duration: 3 Years

Duration

156 weeks

Study Load

Full Time / Part Time

Intakes

Autumn 2027 (starts 01 March 2027) | Spring 2027 (starts 19 July 2027)

Course Overview

About This Course

The Bachelor of Engineering Science degree covers all major engineering domains and you can experience many facets of engineering before deciding your area of specialisation at the end of your first year. The Bachelor of Engineering Science may be used as a pathway to the four-year Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree. It may also be used as a three-year exit program for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). Note: Successful applicants for Advanced Standing may be required to travel to different Western Sydney University campuses to complete the elements of their programs. The Bachelor of Engineering Science is a three-year degree program to prepare you for a career in engineering. In your first year you will study a common first year structure before focusing on your main area of interest and choosing a major in Advanced Manufacturing, Civil, Construction, Electrical, Materials, Mechanical, Robotics and Mechatronics or Sustainability Engineering. The program has been developed with the view of enabling you to practise as an engineering technologist in your chosen field. This program may be used as a pathway to the four-year Bachelor of Engineering program that meets Engineers Australia professional accreditation requirements. Your academic performance criteria will be the eligibility criteria for this transfer. The specialist knowledge of engineering technologists is a key element in the practice of engineering. The engineering technologist’s focused learning and practical skills are highly utilised in industry and make a significant contribution to Australian engineering success and prosperity. The Western Sydney region has experienced strong growth and the engineering industry requires engineering technologists in a range of specialisations to support industry.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

Level 4, 255 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP)

Duration

Full Time: 3 Years (Available Part Time)*

Intakes

Autumn 2027 (starts 01 March 2027) | Spring 2027 (starts 19 July 2027)

Study Mode

Full Time / Part Time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements
  • Assumed Knowledge: Two subjects of Science, two units of English and Mathematics (not General Mathematics) at Band 4 or higher.
  • Other Qualifications: Recommended studies: Physics and HSC Mathematics.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:

  • Robotics design
  • Manufacturing and utilities
  • Water, roads and buildings
  • Commercial, medical and industrial product design
  • Product management, project management and consultancy
  • Industrial or residential development
  • Engineering Technologist
  • Engineering Manager
  • Industrial Engineer

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 Units18 units
T102

Electrical Engineering, Testamur Major

Testamur Majors

T129

Sustainability Engineering, Testamur Major

Testamur Majors

T104

Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering, Testamur Major

Testamur Majors

T128

Materials Engineering, Testamur Major

Testamur Majors

T126

Advanced Manufacturing, Testamur Major

Testamur Majors

T131

Civil Engineering, Testamur Major

Testamur Majors

T132

Construction Engineering, Testamur Major

Testamur Majors

T103

Mechanical Engineering, Testamur Major

Testamur Majors

MATH1019

Mathematics for Engineers 2

Alternate Subjects — 10 credit points

MATH1016

Mathematics for Engineers 1

Alternate Subjects — 10 credit points

MATH1021

Mathematics for Engineers Preliminary

Alternate Subjects — 10 credit points

ENGR1018

Fundamentals of Mechanics

Core — 10 credit points

PROC1008

Introduction to Materials Engineering

Core — 10 credit points

ENGR1011

Engineering Physics

Core — 10 credit points

ENGR1024

Introduction to Engineering Practice

Core — 10 credit points

ENGR2033

Industrial Experience (Engineering Technologist)

Core — 0 credit points

ELEC1006

Engineering Computing

Core — 10 credit points

ELEC1003

Electrical Fundamentals

Core — 10 credit points

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What majors are available in the Bachelor of Engineering Science?

The Bachelor of Engineering Science offers a range of majors including Advanced Manufacturing, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics & Mechatronics Engineering, and Sustainability Engineering. Students experience many facets of engineering before deciding their area of specialisation at the end of their first year.

Is the Bachelor of Engineering Science accredited by Engineers Australia?

Yes. The majors in Advanced Manufacturing, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics & Mechatronics Engineering, and Sustainability Engineering are provisionally accredited by Engineers Australia at the Penrith, Parramatta, and Sydney City campuses (Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical engineering majors only).

Can the Bachelor of Engineering Science be used as a pathway to a higher degree?

Yes. The Bachelor of Engineering Science may be used as a pathway to the four-year Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree. It may also be used as a three-year exit program for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours).

What facilities are available to engineering students at Western Sydney University?

Students undertaking engineering programs at WSU enjoy access to advanced and state-of-the-art facilities, including the Parramatta Engineering Innovation Hub (PEIH) located in the heart of Parramatta with collaboration-focused teaching spaces and a Makerspace, and the Kingswood Advanced Manufacturing Precinct featuring additive manufacturing, 3D printing, and leading edge CNC machining. Makerspaces at both Kingswood and PEIH enable students to access advanced manufacturing equipment to produce their own prototypes and parts.

Are there industrial placement requirements in this program?

Yes. As part of this program, students are required to complete a minimum of 300 hours of industrial experience, which helps them emerge with real-world experiences when commencing their professional career. The Advanced Manufacturing major specifically includes a mandatory 300-hour industrial placement as a completion requirement for Engineers Australia accreditation as an engineering technologist. Additionally, the Engineering Summer Placement Program is available for high-achieving students to undertake paid placements.

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