Bachelor of Engineering

What am I studying?

Engineering and technology is about using science, maths and technology to provide solutions to the problems we face every day and improve our quality of life. Engineers are involved in the design of many everyday items that we take for granted, including electricity at the flick of a switch, a bridge to transport us over the local river and the motors that power the cars we drive.

The application of engineering and technology also extends into specialist areas including maintenance management, power generation and mining. Mining is one of Australia’s fastest growing economic sectors and a large employer across the nation and in the Central Queensland region.

Factors such as an ageing workforce, a growing population and rapid economic expansion have contributed to a national shortage of engineers and technologists. This shortage equates to great employment prospects upon graduation and high income earning potential. If you have always dreamed of working your way around the world, a career in this field also provides the opportunity to do just that, because engineering, mining and technology is a truly global industry.

If you like to design, develop, maintain, manage and innovate, then a career in engineering, mining and technology could be for you.

Why Study Engineering at CQUniversity

The Bachelor of Engineering will enable you to develop technical knowledge and skills in engineering as well as enhance your problem-solving, teamwork and communication skills. The Bachelor of Engineering incorporates project-based learning so that you can apply the theory you learn to real-life scenarios, such as designing a portable footbridge or automated horse-walker. You will experience both formal and informal learning environments including workshops, lectures and project studios.

In the second year of the program you have the option to specialise in civil, electrical, mechanical or mining engineering with the first year of the program being generic to all specialisations. This allows you to experience each different area of engineering before you choose a particular path to follow.

One of the key benefi ts of studying engineering at CQUniversity is our strong relationship with industry practitioners. In the first and second years of the program, you will benefi t from CQUniversity’s links with John Holland whereby practising engineers deliver a variety of lectures and workshops. Such close ties with industry provide unique opportunities, such as industry-sponsored scholarships and projects. In fact, many of our graduates have secured employment within the professional networks they build during their studies.

The program is available by distance education and either full-time or part-time, enabling you to combine work with study, so you can complete your degree at a time and place that best suits your lifestyle. Many of our students study part-time and are employed in the industry allowing them to earn while they learn and gain valuable experience.

English Requirements

If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK, Ireland, South Africa or USA the only way to meet the English Language Prerequisite is by the following:

An academic IELTS (International English Language Testing System) completed within the last 2 years (from the term you are applying to start) with a minimum achievement of 6.5 in each band and overall or a secondary or university qualification which is not more than 5 years old (from the term you are applying for entry into) with a satisfactory level of achievement of at least 2 years in duration from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK, Ireland, South Africa or USA.

The English Language Proficiency requirements may also be satisfied by (results are to be no older than 2 years from the start of term):

•  Occupational test - Result of 'A' or 'B'.

Career Opportunities

On completing the Bachelor of Engineering, you will be able to work as a professional engineer in either the civil, electrical, mechanical or mining engineering fields depending on your chosen specialisation.

Work Intergrated Learning

You are required to undertake 12 weeks of approved industry work placement.

Program Structure

You are required to complete a total of 24 courses including six core courses. You study in a 100% common first year and then a 75% common second year with a 25% discipline stream component. You choose 18 courses from one of the following plans: civil, electrical, mechanical or mining.

Civil Engineering

Civil engineers are involved with structures and systems such as roads, water supply, bridges, buildings and tunnels. Their work typically  advise on the best engineering solution to meet their clients’ needs and budget, producing designs and documentation for construction, implementation of projects using engineering calculations and computers, coordinating and directing research, and developing and testing of materials, processes or systems related to the project.

Electrical Engineering

Electrical engineers are involved in areas such as electricity generation and distribution, communication systems, control systems and electronic equipment. The work of an electrical engineer may include planning the design of power stations and power equipment, designing electrical systems and making decisions on the best type and arrangement of electrical circuits, transformers, circuit-breakers, transmission lines and equipment.

Mechanical Engineers

Mechanical engineers are involved with ‘machines that move’ such as trucks, trains, ships, planes and manufacturing equipment. Mechanical engineers may perform tasks such as designing new machines and equipment that meet their clients’ needs and budgets, taking into account factors such as cost, availability of materials, strength and maintenance requirements and the end-user of the equipment.

Mining Engineering

Mining engineers are involved with extracting the earth’s resources, such as coal, gas, precious stones and metals. They work with geologists to investigate and extract resources from the earth by planning the safest and most cost-effective way of doing so.

Specific courses under the Bachelor of Engineering have a residential school attached.  Dependant upon courses selected, compulsory attendance is required.

Course Information

For further information about example courses which woudl be undertaken with this program please click here.

Courses current as per the dates listed.

Professional Recognition

All program discipline plans are accredited by Engineers Australia. Graduates satisfy the academic requirements for membership of Engineers Australia as professional engineers.