Rank threshold | ATAR: 69 SR: 69 |
Duration | 4 years full-time, 8 years part-time |
Location | Online and |
Next start term | Term 1, 2025 |
Study mode | On Campus, Online |
Course code | CC31 |
First-year fee | $8,718 (Indicative) (CSP) |
Overview
Prepare for a diverse career working as a professional engineer across various industries, locally, nationally and internationally, with CQUniversity's Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). You will have the choice to major in traditional engineering disciplines and dual major options that will prepare you for emerging specialist fields of engineering, including civil with humanitarian engineering, electrical with information processing, electrical with data analytics, electrical with industrial automation, mechanical with industrial automation or resource systems.Â
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) develops your problem-solving, teamwork and communication skills and incorporates project-based learning so you can graduate work-ready.
The first year of your studies provides a general understanding of engineering, allowing you to experience each different engineering area before you choose a particular path to follow. Later in your studies, you have the flexibility to choose to study Civil, Civil with Humanitarian, Electrical, Electrical with Data Analytics, Electrical with Industrial Automation, Electrical with Information Processing, Mechanical, Mechanical with Industrial Automation or Resource Systems.
One of the benefits of studying engineering at CQUniversity is our strong relationships with industry practitioners who offer support through scholarships, guest lectures and work-integrated learning.
Study the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) either full-time or part-time and on-campus or online. You may choose to study by online study while working in engineering, allowing you to earn and gain practical experience while you learn.
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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is a 4-year full-time course and can also be studied part-time.Â
The course includes a lot of work integrated learning and practical work which I think is what sets it aside from many other courses.Â
Starting out in first year in fact we actually get our students to work with practicing engineers and to work on on a real project and it gives them a chance to understand a bit more about the engineering industry itself.Â
In term two we get students to complete a project with an industry partner and this is a chance for them to really understand what are some of the working opportunities available out in our supporting regions.Â
The course concludes with an honours thesis which is where students complete their own research project.Â
Our Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) does have a lot of connection with industry but we have a wide web of engineering firms who are involved with our courses and actually do provide input into the design of the curriculum as well.Â
Students need to complete 480 hours of engineering practice, this can be at any engineering firm that they choose and we will facilitate that process for them.Â
It's very clear philosophy within Knauf to pursue and bring on board the absolutely best people that we can find, so it was a good avenue for us to partner with the CQUniversity.Â
The graduates from there seem to transition better than other graduates that I've certainly had exposure to.Â
Generally we find out with all the CQUniversity students that have come here they come with good values and we appreciate what they bring to the business.Â
Advice to any students looking at engineering profession it's certainly something that will always be in need and there'll always be opportunities for work so it's exciting times and if you are a sponge and you and you like learning things and need to constantly learn it's certainly a profession to get involved in.Â
A lot of our students actually enter the workforce straight away in fact we're frequently ranked as one of the main institutions in the country for in terms of the graduate starting salaries and a number of graduates in uh in the workforce for engineering.Â
The best thing about studying at CQUniversity at my local campus is the close-nit community.Â
The peer-to-peer support from having small numbers and the access to lectures both via email and phone.Â
If you're ever in a situation whether that's personal, academic, professional, whatever, they are always easy to communicate and willing to help.Â
I found the small class sizes beneficial because you get that personal connection.Â
My internship experience here at K Tech's been very positive.Â
The engineering staff and even the workshop staff are very supportive.Â
They understand that you're learning both the heart and soft skills required for your position and supporting them in various roles.Â
Since studying or starting to study my Bachelor of Engineering it has allowed me to have a complete career change without my partially completed Bachelor I couldn't hold my position at K Tech.Â
The future of engineering is looking really bright.Â
Engineering is constantly evolving, we are constantly finding new things and new ways of doing things and this is helping us get towards a more sustainable way of living.Â
So if somebody has an interest in how things work work and and is interested in pulling things apart and maybe improving them and has that analytical mind or constructive mind, I think that they would be highly suited to engineering.
Engineering is about problem solving, it's about seeing things differently and coming up with new solutions and applying skills and knowledge from maths and science and technology.
Study experience
- Authentic Learning Experiences
- Industry Relevant
- Internships
- Work-integrated Learning
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The course is very interesting. You get to see a wide range of the whole industry as a whole. All the sort of equipment is state of the art, so it's really interesting and easy to work with.
Rhett Lamperd
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical)
Career Opportunities
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is your gateway to various engineering roles. Upon completion of the course, you will be qualified to work as a professional Engineer in the Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or Resource Engineering fields, depending on your chosen major.
Structure & Availability
The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below.
Available locations
Your course
Depending on your chosen major, you must complete either 28 or 29 units (192 credits):
- 1The core structure (7 units)
- 2One major (21 or 22 units)
Unit details
The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.
Civil major
The Civil major consists of 21 units.Â
The unit list below outlines 19 of these units. You will also need to complete two elective units, with one chosen from the professional practice units. The elective unit options available as part of this major are listed in the course planner. Use the course planner button below to learn more.
In this major, you will learn about planning, designing, and maintaining physical infrastructure systems such as buildings, bridges, harbours, and railways. You'll also expand your knowledge and skills in hydraulics and materials science.
Course planner
To help you plan your studies and see which unit comes first, if one unit should be completed before another and when you will study each unit, check out our course planners.
Additional information
Professional Practice - Engineers Australia
Resource Systems Major
Professional engineer working in the resources/mining industry.
Professional Practice - Engineers Australia
Civil with Humanitarian Major
Professional engineer working in civil engineering, particularly in the areas of disaster recovery and infrastructure building.
Professional Practice - Engineers Australia
Electrical and Information Processing Major, Civil and Humanitarian Major, Resource Systems Major, Mechatronics Major, Mechanical Major, Electrical Major, Civil Major
The CC31 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) course is fully accredited* by Engineers Australia.
Graduates are recognised as professional engineers and are eligible for Graduate membership with EA.
*The following recently introduced majors have provisional accreditation until there are sufficient graduates for them to be reviewed by EA:
- Electrical with Data Analytics
- Electrical with Information Processing
- Resource Systems
- Civil with Humanitarian
Professional Practice - Engineers Australia
Electrical and Data Analytics Major
The CC31 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) course is fully accredited* by Engineers Australia.
Graduates are recognised as professional engineers and are eligible for Graduate membership with EA.
*The following recently introduced majors have provisional accreditation until there are sufficient graduates for them to be reviewed by EA:
- Electrical with Data Analytics
- Electrical with Information Processing
- Resource Systems
- Civil with Humanitarian
Engineering Practice Experience - ENEP14004
Students are required to complete 480 hours (including a minimum of 240 hours of industry experience) of Engineering Professional Practice prior to graduation. Once the students have completed the professional practice requirements, they must enrol in this unit and provide evidence of how they have attained the professional engineering practice exposure required by Engineers Australia.
If you have completed prior study relevant to units within this course, you may be eligible for credit for your past studies. Learn more about credit and recognition of prior learning.
Requirements
To be eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.Â
Student and course profiles
View the student and course profiles for this course and learn about CQU's Undergraduate Profile for Term 1, 2024 via our Institute Profile.Â
During your study
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.Â
Fees & Scholarships
Indicative first-year fee
The Indicative First-Year Fee is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (eight units over two terms) for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) and should be used as a guide only. Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Check the cost-per-unit spreadsheet available on our fees webpage for the approved unit fees. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Understanding your fees.
Commonwealth Supported Places
This course has Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available, and as a domestic student, you'll be offered a CSP, provided you meet CSP eligibility requirements. CSPs are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning you are only required to pay the student contribution rather than full tuition fees.
HECS-HELP Loan
You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan if you are offered a CSP. HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists you in paying your student contributions. Provided you meet the HECS-HELP eligibility criteria, you may use HECS-HELP to defer part or all of your student contribution fees.Â
Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. Explore other study costs.
We believe a quality education can be for everyone – regardless of background, location, or life circumstances. That's why we offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries that can give you a helping hand with a range of expenses and enhance your employability.
How to apply
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Extra admission information
Prior to applying, take a look at important application dates and learn about our admission considerations, such as information for domestic students with overseas qualifications, indigenous support, and elite athlete, coach and performer support. You should also check out the adjustment schemes that might be available to you and how to access them. You can also explore our offer information to learn more about what happens after you've submitted an application and how to respond to an offer to study with CQU.Â
Applying for 2026
Applications for 2026 via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) open in April 2025.
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