Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering)

Rank thresholdATAR: 72 SR: 72
Duration4.5 years full-time, 9 years part-time
Location
Online and
Next start termTerm 1, 2025
Study modeOn Campus, Online
Course codeCC32
First-year fee
$7,819 (Indicative) (CSP)
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Overview

With extensive work-integrated learning opportunities and 48 weeks of paid industry placement, our Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering) provides you with vast opportunities to gain real-world experience to prepare you for your career as a professional engineer.

Our Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering) features 48 weeks of paid work placement and project-based learning, allowing you to develop the professional skills required to work as an Engineer and graduate with one year of industry experience.

Your education and training will focus on developing skills that are highly desired by employers, such as effective teamwork and problem-solving.

This course's work experience component allows you to put your learning into practice while experiencing different workplace cultures. You have the opportunity to apply for work-integrated learning overseas to enhance your global learning experience.

In addition, you will graduate work-ready and equipped with valuable interview and application skills.

Benefit from the flexibility to tailor your studies and specialise in Civil, Civil with Humanitarian, Electrical, Electrical with Data Analytics, Electrical with Industrial Automation, Electrical with Information Processing, Mechanical, Mechanical with Industrial Automation, or Resources Systems. CQUniversity has strong relationships with industry practitioners, and our close industry links may allow you to gain support through industry-based scholarships.

Study experience

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    To anybody considering studying at CQUniversity I would say, hands down, consider it, enrol, start. It is a brilliant university and it will set you up for a great career.

    Shaye Byrne

    Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering)

Career Opportunities

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering) is your gateway into the engineering industry. Upon completion, you will be qualified to work as a Professional Engineer in the civil, civil with humanitarian, electrical, mechanical, or resources systems fields depending on your chosen major.

Structure & Availability

 

Course structure

You are required to complete 12 core units and your chosen engineering major. Your options for majors include:

  • Civil (20 units)
  • Civil with Humanitarian (20 units)
  • Electrical (20 units)
  • Electrical with Data Analytics (20 units)
  • Electrical with Information Processing (20 units)
  • Electrical with Industrial Automation (20 units)
  • Mechanical with Industrial Automation (20 units)
  • Mechanical (21 units)
  • Resources Systems (21 units)

 

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

 

Mathematics credit option

If you have completed Mathematical Methods in Year 12, you may receive credit for the Foundation Mathematics (MATH11247) unit, which sits in the electrical, mechanical, and civil majors. Please email the College of Engineering and Aviation to learn about how to apply for the mathematics credit pathway.

On-Campus Availability

IntakeLocations
Term 1, 2023Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton
Term 1, 2024Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton
Term 1, 2025Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton

Online Availability

IntakeLocations
Term 1, 2023Available Online
Term 1, 2024Available Online
Term 1, 2025Available Online

Civil major
You will learn about planning design, and maintenance of physical infrastructure systems such as buildings and bridges, harbours and railways. Plus, you'll grow your knowledge and skills in hydraulics and materials science.

Civil with Humanitarian major
This discipline allows you to be involved in the planning design and maintenance of physical infrastructure systems in underprivileged communities and disaster-prone areas.

Electrical major
You will learn about analogue and digital electronics foundations, AC and DC circuit configurations, development and maintenance of controls technology, electrical engineering concepts, communications systems, and materials sciences.

Electrical with Data Analytics major
This major will provide you with specialist skills in computer programming within the field of electrical engineering.

Electrical with Industrial Automation major
This major is an ideal option if you have an interest in the growing electrical automation field. You will develop skills in designing, implementing, analysing and maintaining complex industrial control systems and instrumentation using industry-standard software and hardware tools.

Electrical with Information Processing major
This major is an ideal option if you have an interest in specialist fields of electrical engineering involving analysing system data to monitor and control electrical engineering systems.

Mechanical major
You will build skills and knowledge in planning, design, installation, maintenance and operation of machines, thermodynamic and combustion systems, fluid systems, materials handling systems, manufacturing equipment and process plant.

Mechanical with Industrial Automation major
Develop skills to design mechanical control systems incorporating automation with a strong focus on thermodynamics and heat transfer principles. Plus, you’ll build knowledge on material design, stress analysis and machine design to meet industry standards and codes.

Resource Systems major
Designed to meet the industry need of traditional mine sites to transition to automated sites and increase productivity. This major focuses on the interpretation of data to assess the feasibility of a variety of resource projects within the legislation.

All units in this course are offered in online mode. Some units will have a compulsory Residential School for distance students. These Residential Schools give students an opportunity to develop and demonstrate practical skills.

Professional Practice - Engineers Australia

Electrical and Information Processing Major, Electrical and Data Analytics Major, Civil and Humanitarian Major, Mechatronics Major, Mechanical Major, Civil Major

The CC32 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Co-op 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

Resource Systems Major

The CC32 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Co-op 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 Major

The CC32 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Co-op 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
Industry Practice 1 - ENEP11006

24 weeks industry placement

Industry Practice 2 - ENEP12010

24 weeks industry placement

The above industry placements you complete are paid placements in your relevant field of engineering and are coordinated by the University.

Requirements

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 72.00 | ATAR 72.00

Student Profile

If you would like to know more about entry scores for applicants with recent secondary education and the student profile for this course view our Course and Entry Score Profile for Term 1, 2023.

 

 

Institute Profile

To find out about CQUniversity's Undergraduate Profile for Term 1, 2023 view our Institute Profile.

 

Recommended study

Physics, Mathematical Methods, Design

Prerequisites

English (Units 3 and 4, C); General Mathematics (Units 3 and 4, C)

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 the 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 6.5, 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 62 with no sub-score less than 54; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT – 79 or better overall and no score less than 21

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.

You will have to meet this course's inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes.

Fees & Scholarships

2024 Indicative Fees

Fee TypeFees
Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee$7,819
Domestic Full Fee Paying – Indicative First Year Fee$25,269

Indicative first-year fee

The fees listed are indicative only and based on enrolling in a full-time study load for one academic year (generally, this is eight units over two terms). Your fees may vary depending on the units you select and the number you study per term. 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. 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. 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. Explore 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. 

How to apply

StateAdmission Code
TasmaniaOnline: 150352
QueenslandOnline: 853530; Rockhampton: 850302; Mackay: 840302; Gladstone: 830302; Bundaberg: 810302; Cairns: 820309
South AustraliaOnline: 150352
Northern TerritoryOnline: 150352
Western AustraliaOnline: 150352
New South WalesOnline: 160352
VictoriaOnline: 150352

If you have decided what you would like to study and are ready to apply, we’re here to help you along the way.

Want to know more about application dates and other admission information?
View our important dates information and read about other admission considerations such as information for domestic students with overseas qualifications, indigenous support, and elite athlete, coach and performer support.


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
Victoria

Apply via VTAC

Note: applications via VTAC are closed from Friday, 2 December 2022 and reopen Wednesday, 4 January 2023. While VTAC is closed, please submit your application via ApplyCQUni.

*Please note that you may be required to pay a fee when applying via a TAC.


Option 2: If you have previously studied with CQUni, 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.