Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science), Swinburne University of Technology

Melbourne - Aus, Victoria

60 Months

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About this course

This program allows students to follow their passion for engineering while gaining both theoretical and practical knowledge essential for entering various professional scientific environments. The course prepares students for a range of roles across industries, emphasizing skills such as problem-solving, engineering principles, laboratory experiments, critical data analysis, and report writing. Students benefit from industry experience through Work Integrated Learning, which is a guaranteed part of all bachelor degrees and includes placements, internships, or linked projects. The program also guarantees industry-based projects from year 1 for the Honours degree. Overall, it’s designed to equip students with a comprehensive skill set to succeed in engineering and science fields.

Why this course is highly recommended

Graduates from Swinburne’s engineering and science programs enjoy strong employment prospects, with 86.1% finding work within four months of completing their studies. The university ranks within the top 175 for engineering and technology and within the top 200 for physics and physical sciences according to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023. The course's industry-relevant approach, including guaranteed industry projects from year 1, ensures students are industry-ready and well-positioned for career success.

Specialisation

The course offers degrees in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Science. Specific majors include Architectural, Civil, Mechanical, Product Design, Biomedical, Electrical, or Software Engineering, with options for Physic-based majors such as Physics (including Physics accreditation with the Australian Institute of Physics when paired with Higher Mathematics Minor). Students can tailor their studies based on their chosen engineering or science focus.

Course fees

Application fees

1st year tuition fees

23.72L

Living cost

Degree requirements

To complete the program, students must accumulate 500 credit points through core units, major units, and select core studies. The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) requires core units such as mathematics, programming, engineering mechanics, and design projects, along with specific engineering technology projects depending on your major. The Bachelor of Science comprises core science units like Biology, Chemistry, and Societal Challenges in Science. A minimum of 12.5 credit points per unit applies, and the study duration is typically five years.

English language test

IELTS

TOEFL

PTE

DUOLINGO

105

Career prospects

Graduates can pursue roles such as electrical engineers, industrial engineers, mechanical designers, sustainability analysts, meteorologists, or astrophysicists. The program’s emphasis on industry experience and practical skills greatly enhances employability in various scientific and engineering sectors.

FAQs

What are the English language requirements?

International students must demonstrate proficiency through an IELTS overall band of 6.0 with no band below 6.0, or through Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with at least 65% in all skills.

Can I get credit transfer for previous studies?

Yes, credit is granted based on prior study or experience on a case-by-case basis. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can also provide advanced standing based on skills and knowledge gained through work or formal training.