Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Major) and Diploma of Project Management - CM41
CQUniversity's Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Diploma of Project Management will lead you towards a rewarding career as a professional engineering skilled in high-level engineering designs and managing engineering projects including project planning, stakeholder management, risk management, strategy, resource management, project control, procurement management and execution.
On Campus, Online
SR:69 ATAR:69
32/216
4.5 years full-time, 9 years part-time
Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton, Online
English (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent; General Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent
Physics, Graphics, Mathematical Methods
The double degree of Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Diploma of Project Management aims to produce an engineer skilled in both high-level engineering designs and managing engineering projects including project planning, stakeholder management, risk management, strategy, resource management, project control, procurement management and execution. This course has a strong focus on learning in context and sustainable development so you will apply theory to authentic scenarios throughout your course.
In your first year, you will develop skills in problem solving, teamwork and professional practice together with learning foundational technical content. In Term 2 of Year 1, you will undertake an authentic industry project with work-integrated learning. In the second year, you will gain in-depth discipline-specific technical knowledge and skills and build on your project management skills. In the third, fourth and fifth years of your course, you will develop a deeper understanding of the foundation knowledge that you gained in the first and second years. You will also complete three project units where you will work on authentic projects and apply your project management knowledge and skills to deliver them on time.
Finally, you will complete a major individual project, sometimes with an industry mentor, that integrates both your engineering skills and project management skills to confirm your ability to work as an engineer and a project management specialist.
| Core Units | 17 | Major Units | 15 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electives | None | Minor Units | None |
Course Structure
You are required to complete a total of 32 units, including 17 core units, and one 15-unit major. You may choose to major in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical engineering.
Unit Information
For information on the units, you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.
Credit Transfer Information
If you have already completed study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.
Real-world opportunities
This course has a strong focus on learning in context so you will apply theory to authentic scenarios throughout your course.
Industry-relevant majors
Our majors are developed in response to industry needs and emerging fields of engineering practice. Choose from the following major options.
- Civil engineering
- Mechanical engineering
- Electrical engineering
Industry connections
Our engineering courses are developed in consultation with key stakeholders in the sector, so you will graduate with relevant and practical skills. Our industry connections extend across our national footprint and a range of industries.
You will learn from an experienced engineering team that maintains strong relationships with industry practitioners. You’ll benefit from these connections through scholarships, guest lectures, authentic project work and extensive work-integrated learning opportunities.
On-Campus Availability
| Term 1 - 2024 | Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton |
Online Availability
| Term 1 - 2024 | Available Online |
| Majors | Units | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Civil | 15 | |
| Electrical | 15 | |
| Mechanical | 15 |
Civil Engineering
Civil engineers are typically involved in planning design and maintenance of physical infrastructure systems including the construction of buildings and bridges, transport and water resource systems, sewage and industrial waste systems, harbours and railways.
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical engineers are typically involved in planning, design, installation, maintenance and operation of machines, thermodynamic and combustion systems, fluid systems, materials handling systems, manufacturing equipment and process plant.
Electrical Engineering
Electrical engineers typically specialise in systems design, development and maintenance of systems associated with electrical power and energy including electricity generation and distribution, telecommunications, instrumentation and control, microprocessors and electronics.
| Unit Name | Code | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 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. |
Rank Threshold |
The rank threshold is the minimum competitive rank required for your application to be considered for entry to this course. The rank threshold for this course is: SR 69.00 | ATAR 69.00 |
Student Profile
This is a new course at CQUniversity, therefore the student profile will be available after the first intake for this course.
Institute Profile
To find out about CQUniversity's Undergraduate Profile for Term 1, 2021 view our Institute Profile.
English (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent; General Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent
English Language Proficiency Requirements:
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University. Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion within the last 10 years of:
- A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
- A completed Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Diploma level qualification, or
- Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years full-time with a minimum overall GPA 4.0 completed in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or the United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you do not satisfy any of the above you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:
- An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0, with a minimum 6.0 in each subset; or
- An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components; or
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 54; or
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)– Requires overall score of 75 or better with no score less than 21 (Internet Based).
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
If you are an international student please visit International Students English requirements for further information.
Each student will be assessed individually.
Security Requirements
N/A
Health Requirements
N/A
Assumed Knowledge
Recommended study: Mathematical Methods, Physics, and Design
As a professional engineer you can be a driver of change in society and be not only responsible for technological change, but also the impact it has on communities, society and the environment in general. Professional engineers work with people, they listen, then set about solving problems for people and communities. This course provides a unique opportunity to become an engineer with high-level engineering planning and design skills complemented by project management skills including project planning, stakeholder management, risk management, strategy, resource management, project control and execution as well as procurement management.
Civil engineers are typically involved in planning design and maintenance of physical infrastructure systems including the construction of buildings and bridges, transport and water resource systems, sewage and industrial waste systems, harbours and railways.
Mechanical engineers are typically involved in planning, design, installation, maintenance and operation of machines, thermodynamic and combustion systems, fluid systems, materials handling systems, manufacturing equipment and process plant.
Electrical engineers typically specialise in systems design, development and maintenance of systems associated with electrical power and energy including electricity generation and distribution, telecommunications, instrumentation and control, microprocessors and electronics.
Use the cost per unit spreadsheet to estimate your student contributions or tuition fees for this course. Fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change. Understanding your fees
Commonwealth support and government assistance loans
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning you are only required to pay the student contribution rather than full tuition fees if you meet eligibility requirements. If offered a CSP, you may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan. The Australian Government loan scheme HECS-HELP assists you in paying your student contributions. You can choose to defer part or all of your student contribution fees. Learn more about paying for university
Other study costs
Part of your course costs includes Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). There may also be additional costs as part of your studies such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. Other study costs
At CQUniversity, we believe higher education should be for everyone. No matter your situation, we know that everyone needs a helping hand from time to time, and we are proud to offer a wide range of scholarships, bursaries and stipends.
Our scholarships could help you pay for things like relocation, living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel and more.
| Queensland | CNS: 828585; GLD: 838585; MKY: 848585; ROK: 858585; ONL: 858985; BDG: 818585 |
| Northern Territory | ONL: 150350 |
| South Australia | ONL: 150350 |
| Tasmania | ONL: 150350 |
| Victoria | ONL: 150350 |
| New South Wales | ONL: 160350 |
| Western Australia | ONL: 150350 |
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What’s the best way to apply?
- Option 1: Ideal for most situations, whether you have completed high school recently or some time ago.
- Option 2: Ideal if you have previously studied with CQU.
Option 1: Ideal for most situations, apply via a tertiary admission centre
View the table below for the best application option based on where you live.
| If you live in | Tertiary Admissions Centre (TAC)* |
| Queensland | Apply via QTAC |
| New South Wales; Australian Capital Territory | Apply via UAC |
| All other states | Apply via ApplyCQU |
*Please note that you may be required to pay a fee when applying via a TAC.
Option 2: If you have previously studied with CQU, apply direct.
As a past CQU student, you may be eligible to apply directly to CQUniversity for this course. Note, your prior study with CQU must be a completed or partially completed CQU course or unit, including:- CQU’s Skills for Tertiary Entrance Preparatory Studies (STEPS), Tertiary Entrance Program (TEP), or Start Uni Now (SUN) units.
- A CQU certificate, diploma, advanced diploma, associate degree, bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, master or research higher degree, or a unit within these courses.