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Engineering
Bachelor Honours Degree
BH-ENGR
Outline
Access outstanding, purpose-built facilities and start work as a professional engineering graduate in just four years.
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Qualify sooner
Start working as a professional engineering graduate in just four years.
Professional recognition
Graduates fulfil the stage one competencies required by Engineers Australia for a professional engineer.
Top 1 %
Curtin is ranked in the top one per cent of universities worldwide.
Academic Ranking of World Universities 2021.
Curtin’s Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) offers you an industry-connected education experience in which you will learn how to provide solutions to complex societal challenges and improve the quality of life for people all around the world.
Your study will begin with the Engineering Foundation Year (EFY). You will learn the fundamental concepts and develop the required skills common to all areas of engineering – giving you the opportunity to explore our range of engineering majors before choosing the major you will study from your second year.
Our engineering majors are:
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil and Construction Engineering
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Industrial and Systems Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronic Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
We also offer a three-year Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems and Networking.
Engineering Foundation Year (EFY)
Developed in partnership with industry, our EFY program and its purpose-built first-year studios encourage learning by doing.
The EFY's cross-disciplinary curriculum was developed as a base for all Curtin engineering disciplines, to ensure you graduate with a solid theoretical grounding, strong practical experience and cultural awareness.
The program and its support services will help you progress smoothly into your area of specialisation and graduate as a sought-after and career-ready engineer.
The EFY includes:
- full-class lectures
- small group tutorials
- hands-on laboratory work
- team-based design and simulation projects
- web-based learning resources, bulletin boards, online tutorials and quizzes
- portfolio development, with an emphasis on reflection and self-evaluation
- participation by industry representatives, exposing students to professional practice.
First-year studio
The first-year studio and project rooms reflect the modern working environment, enabling you to familiarise yourself with the layout of a professional career setting.
The studio is also a hub to develop social and academic networks. It comprises:
- an open-plan office
- computing, electrical and mechanics laboratories
- one-on-one learning assistance Engineering Tutor Access Points (ETAPs)
- project meeting rooms.
Years 2–4
In years 2 and 3 of your engineering degree you will study units relevant to your chosen major.
In year 4 you will undertake an honours-level, independent research project. Structured across two units of study, the project will give you an in-depth understanding on your thesis topic. It will demonstrate to potential employers your skills in planning and undertaking a complex body of work within deadlines.
Professional practice
To graduate from this course you must have completed 480 hours of exposure to professional engineering practice and completed senior first-aid training.
Professional practice can comprise a combination of real-world experiences. Examples include paid and voluntary work placements, university-based experience in industrial projects, attending extra-curricular technical lectures and workshops, and industry site visits in Australia and/or overseas.
Please refer to the handbook for more course information.
Why study
- The Bachelor of Engineering begins with the national award-winning Engineering Foundation Year (EFY). The EFY builds a solid base of the fundamental concepts common to all areas of engineering. This enables you to explore your options before selecting your engineering major at the end of your first year.
- The EFY was developed in partnership with industry to create a curriculum that reflects engineering practice. The program won a national award in the category of Programs that Enhance Learning for ‘The First Year Experience’.
- Curtin University is dedicated to the enhancement of teaching and research and to the pursuit of excellence and innovative applications of engineering technology as a contribution to the advancement of scientific knowledge, understanding and community relevance.
Student profile
View our student profile table to get an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students at Curtin University. This table provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and passed the census date in the most relevant recent intake period for which data are available. It includes those admitted through all offer rounds and international students studying in Australia.
Professional recognition
Graduates fulfil the stage one competencies required by Engineers Australia for a professional engineer.
What you'll learn
- develop and apply fundamental theoretical and technical knowledge to identify and provide solutions to complex problems in an engineering discipline.
- demonstrate development of advanced knowledge and understanding in an engineering discipline.
- apply knowledge using realistic, practical and analytical approaches to problem-solving, design and research
- communicate effectively with a variety of audiences through the development of appropriate plans and reports
- identify and use suitable technologies to plan and execute project work and/or a piece of research and scholarship with some intellectual independence
- demonstrate self-discipline, self-management skills, personal responsibility and the ability to set learning and achievement goals
- work effectively in teams with global, international and environmentally responsible perspectives
- recognise the impact of cultural diversity in the implementation engineering works of projects
- demonstrate leadership, professional behaviour and ethical practice in the context of engineering projects
Admission criteria
Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.
| IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) | |
|---|---|
| Writing | 6.0 |
| Speaking | 6.0 |
| Reading | 6.0 |
| Listening | 6.0 |
| Overall band score | 6.0 |
You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.
I recently attended high school
Applicants with recent secondary education are those whose admission is primarily based on the achievement of the required ATAR within the last two years. This includes applicants whose secondary education was undertaken interstate or overseas.
- Guaranteed ATAR : 80
- Essential WACE subjects (pre-requisites):
Mathematics Methods ATAR and at least one of the following: Physics ATAR, Chemistry ATAR, Engineering Studies ATAR, or equivalent.
- Desirable WACE subjects:
Mathematics Specialist ATAR, or equivalent.
- STAT entry : STAT is not accepted as an entry pathway, but May be used to demonstrate English
Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.
Other admission options
Recipients of the John Curtin Undergraduate Scholarship will receive an early offer to study this course.
Successful StepUp Entry and StepUp Equity Adjustment Admission Pathway (StepUp Bonus) applicants will be eligible to be considered for admission into this course.
If you’re an indigenous applicant who hasn’t met Curtin’s minimum admissions criteria, the Centre for Aboriginal Studies offers bridging courses that are tailored to help you gain entry into this course.
Lowest selection rank to which a recent Year 12 student offer was made (including the consideration of any equity or other adjustment factors)
View the lowest selection rank (incorporating ATAR plus any adjustments) of an applicant to which an offer of a place was made in the most relevant recent intake period, this includes any ATAR adjustments.
Selection rank adjustments (previously referred to as ATAR related adjustments)
Details of the types of adjustment factors (bonus points) commonly available to applicants can be found on our StepUp to Curtin webpage.
ATAR and selection rank profile for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in the most recent intake period
View data on the ATAR and selection rank profile of offers made from the most relevant recent intake period.
I have work and life experience
Applicants with work and life experience are those who left secondary education more than two years ago (i.e. who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants) and have not undertaken vocational education training (VET) or higher education study since then.
‘Experience’ includes a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education such as mature-age entry, professional experience whether completion of the Special Tertiary Admission Test (STAT) is required or not, community involvement or work experience. Applicants may have undertaken non-formal programs that have helped prepare them for tertiary education or are relevant to the proposed higher education field of study.
- Guaranteed ATAR : 80
- Essential WACE subjects (pre-requisites):
Mathematics Methods ATAR and at least one of the following: Physics ATAR, Chemistry ATAR, Engineering Studies ATAR, or equivalent.
- Desirable WACE subjects:
Mathematics Specialist ATAR, or equivalent.
- STAT entry : STAT is not accepted as an entry pathway, but May be used to demonstrate English
Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.
I’ve studied at TAFE or done an apprenticeship
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a VET course. This includes study at a public TAFE or other VET provider, whether a qualification was completed or not. Applicants with VET study may have other qualifications such as a Year 10 or Year 12 secondary school certificate.
- Guaranteed ATAR : 80 OR
- TAFE:
- TAFE Advanced Diploma of Engineering (2 years); or
- Curtin College Diploma of Engineering.
AND
- satisfied the prerequisites: Maths Methods, and Physics/Chemistry.
The Maths Methods prerequisite can be met with:
- Maths Methods ATAR; or
- MATH1013 Introductory Mathematics or MATH1005 Pre-Calculus, and MATH1014 Foundations of Calculus.
The Physics prerequisite can be met with:
- Physics ATAR; or
- PHYS1006 Foundations of Physics.
The Chemistry prerequisite can be met with:
- Chemistry ATAR; or
- CHEM1003 Introduction to Chemistry.
- Essential WACE subjects (pre-requisites):
Mathematics Methods ATAR and at least one of the following: Physics ATAR, Chemistry ATAR, Engineering Studies ATAR, or equivalent.
- Desirable WACE subjects:
Mathematics Specialist ATAR, or equivalent.
- STAT entry : STAT is not accepted as an entry pathway, but May be used to demonstrate English
Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.
I’ve gone to university before
Applicants with higher education are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education course, such as a university degree. This may include applicants who are currently studying a higher education course at another education provider and want to transfer to Curtin University, or applicants who are currently studying at Curtin but want to switch to a different course. It may also include applicants who have completed past study with university and non-university higher education providers.
Not all Curtin courses accept course switchers from other institutions.
- Curtin offers a variety of bridging courses to help you meet the admission criteria for this course. Find out more about our bridging courses.
- Essential WACE subjects (pre-requisites):
Mathematics Methods ATAR and at least one of the following: Physics ATAR, Chemistry ATAR, Engineering Studies ATAR, or equivalent.
- Desirable WACE subjects:
Mathematics Specialist ATAR, or equivalent.
Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.
Curtin course switcher criteria
To switch into this course, you need to have:
- Attained an ATAR of 80 and completed the prerequisites; or
- If you have studied Maths Applications or equivalent:
- Completed 75 credits within one semester with a semester weighted average (SWA) of at least 70%; or
- Completed 100 credits within one semester with SWA of 65% or higher
- And any unit/s assessed as comparable to Maths Methods ATAR or Physics ATAR and Chemistry ATAR; or
- If you have studied Maths Methods or equivalent:
- Completed 75 credits within one semester with an SWA of 65%; or
- Completed 100 credits within one semester with an SWA of 60% or higher
- And any unit/s assessed as comparable to Maths Methods ATAR, and Physics ATAR or Chemistry ATAR.
The Maths Methods prerequisite can be met with:
- Maths Methods ATAR; or
- MATH1014 Foundations of Calculus or higher unit.
The Physics ATAR prerequisite can be met with:
- Physics ATAR; or
- PHYS1006 Foundations of Physics or higher unit.
The Chemistry ATAR prerequisite can be met with:
- Chemistry ATAR; or
- CHEM1003 Introduction to Chemistry or higher unit.
Higher education course switcher criteria
To switch into this course from another higher education course, you need to have:
- Attained an ATAR of 80 plus any unit/s assessed as comparable to Maths Methods ATAR, and Physics ATAR or Chemistry ATAR; or
- If you have studied Maths Applications or equivalent:
- Completed 75 credits within one semester, with a semester weighted average (SWA) of 70%; or
- Completed 100 credits within one semester, with an SWA of 65% or higher
- And any unit/s assessed as comparable to Maths Methods ATAR, and Physics ATAR or Chemistry ATAR; or
- If you have studied Maths Methods or equivalent:
- Completed 75 credits within one semester, with an SWA of 65%; or
- Completed 100 credits within one semester, with an SWA of 60% or higher
- And any unit/s assessed as comparable to Maths Methods ATAR, and Physics ATAR or Chemistry ATAR.
Other requirements and notes for this course
In addition to the course-specific admission criteria listed above, please read our general admission criteria. Our general admission criteria apply to all courses at Curtin University.
Advanced standing
At Curtin, we understand that everyone’s study journey has been different.
You may have already studied some of the units (subjects) listed in your Curtin course, or you may have work experience that matches the degree requirements.
If this applies to you, you can apply for credit for recognised learning (CRL), which means your previous study is recognised and matched against a similar unit in your intended Curtin course.
A successful CRL application exempts you from having to complete certain units within your course and means you could finish your degree in a shorter amount of time.
CRL is also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing and credit transfer.
Use the CRL search to find out how much CRL you qualify for, or contact us at:
Webform: Submit here
Curtin Connect: 1300 222 888
Fees & charges
Australian and New Zealand student indicative fees
Fee year: 2022
| Student type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Commonwealth supported | $7,500* |
Fees are indicative first year only and are subject to passage of legislation.
*The indicative first-year fee is calculated on 200 credit points, which is the typical full-time study load per year, however some courses require additional study to be completed, in which case the fee will be higher than that shown.
This fee is a guide only. It may vary depending on the units you choose and does not include incidental fees (such as lab coats or art supplies) or the cost of your textbooks – visit other fees and charges for more information. For more information on fees and to determine your eligibility for HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP, please visit fee basics or the Study Assist website
If you’re not an Australian citizen, permanent resident or New Zealand citizen, please see information for international students.
Location
For start dates, please view the academic calendar.
2022
Semester 2
- On campus
2023
Semester 1
- On campus
Semester 2
- On campus
2024
Semester 1
- On campus
Semester 2
- On campus
2025
Semester 1
- On campus
Semester 2
- On campus
2022
Trimester 3
- On campus
2023
Trimester 3
- On campus
2024
Trimester 3
- On campus
2025
Trimester 3
- On campus
2022
Semester 2
- On campus
2023
Semester 1
- On campus
Semester 2
- On campus
2024
Semester 1
- On campus
Semester 2
- On campus
2025
Semester 1
- On campus
Semester 2
- On campus
All endeavours are made to ensure location information for courses is up to date but please note they are subject to change.
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- Curtin course code: BH-ENGR
- CRICOS code: 072467B
- Last updated on: July 1, 2022
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