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Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Computer Science
Undergraduate Double Degree Major
MDDU-ELECS
- Major
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Honours and Computer Science Double Degree Major (BEng Hons/BSc)
- Admission criteria
- Guaranteed ATAR 80
- Credit
- 800
Outline
Units in first semester 2021 may be delivered online and in alternative formats whilst restrictions in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic are in place.
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This double degree program provides graduates with a background in computer science and its application in computer systems and electrical, electronic and communication engineering. The combination of the two degrees provides graduates with versatility, which opens up a wide range of employment opportunities. On completion of the program, students are awarded both the Electrical and Electronic Engineering Honours and Computer Science Double Degree Major (BEng Hons/BSc).
This major sits within the double degree combination of Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Science. To apply for this major, you will apply for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Science double degree.
Please refer to the handbook for additional course overview information.
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 at the level of Professional Engineer Washington Accord.
What you'll learn
- GLO1: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 1 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
- GLO2: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 2 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
- GLO3: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 3 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
- GLO4: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 4 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
- GLO5: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 5 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
- GLO6: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 6 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
- GLO7: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 7 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
- GLO8: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 8 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
- GLO9: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 9 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
Entry requirements
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) | |
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| Writing | 6.0 |
| Speaking | 6.0 |
| Reading | 6.0 |
| Listening | 6.0 |
| Overall band score | 6.5 |
You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.
Cut-off scores
Please note: The cut-off scores below are for 2020 only.
| Qualification | Score |
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| GCE/STPM/HKALE (A-levels - best of three) | 8 |
| HKDSE | 18 |
| IB | 28 |
| Ontario Gr 12 (best of 6) | 70 |
| ATAR (including WACE/SACE/HCE/VCE) | 80 |
| WAUFP (CPS) | 59 |
| India (CBSE) | 70% |
| India (HSC) | 71% |
| Sri Lanka | 8 |
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Essential course prerequisites
Mathematics (including calculus) and either physics, chemistry or engineering studies. Further mathematics is desirable.
Mathematics (including calculus) and either physics, chemistry or engineering studies. Further mathematics is desirable.
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 at another educational institution, or you may have work experience that matches the degree requirements.
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:
Email: ci-enquiries@curtin.edu.au
Tel: +61 8 9266 5888
Fees & charges
Please view the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), Bachelor of Science degree for indicative fees.
How to apply
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- Curtin course code: MDDU-ELECS
- Last updated on: September 8, 2020
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