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‘QUT has set me up with the engineering skills that companies are demanding right now. I’ve been able to work as a mechanical engineer in the mining and medical industries while studying at the same time. From designing piping systems for minerals processing facilities, to using computational programs to check the safety of devices used in hospitals, I have been able to apply my technical knowledge to real-world problems before graduating.’
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical)
Projects with purpose
'The highlight of my degree so far has been the opportunity to design the combustion system for the Queensland Special Olympics torch. This tangible thesis project gave me experience engaging with industry experts and working with industrial design students to develop a functional torch that was both light-weight and easy to carry. Seeing firsthand the excitement and enthusiasm of the Special Olympics athletes during concept presentations has been one of my favourite memories at QUT so far.’
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical) & Bachelor of Design (Industrial)
Think Mechanical Engineering. Think QUT.
With a QUT mechanical engineering specialisation, you can make a difference in the world by using the latest technologies to help solve today's grand challenges.
Industry experience while studying
‘QUT has set me up with the engineering skills that companies are demanding right now. I’ve been able to work as a mechanical engineer in the mining and medical industries while studying at the same time. From designing piping systems for minerals processing facilities, to using computational programs to check the safety of devices used in hospitals, I have been able to apply my technical knowledge to real-world problems before graduating.’
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical)
Projects with purpose
'The highlight of my degree so far has been the opportunity to design the combustion system for the Queensland Special Olympics torch. This tangible thesis project gave me experience engaging with industry experts and working with industrial design students to develop a functional torch that was both light-weight and easy to carry. Seeing firsthand the excitement and enthusiasm of the Special Olympics athletes during concept presentations has been one of my favourite memories at QUT so far.’
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical) & Bachelor of Design (Industrial)
Think Mechanical Engineering. Think QUT.
With a QUT mechanical engineering specialisation, you can make a difference in the world by using the latest technologies to help solve today's grand challenges.
Highlights
- Design and maintain systems and machinery across a diverse range of industries, including manufacturing, mining, refrigeration and air-conditioning, transport and mechanical handling.
- Benefit from our hands-on learning approach and develop the practical skills your future employers want in our advanced engineering labs, guided by our expert technical team.
- Work on exciting projects with leading companies and apply your technical expertise to help solve real-world challenges.
- Graduate with a highly regarded Honours qualification that’s recognised in Australia and overseas.
- Combine your studies with a second major or double degree and expand your employment opportunities.
Highlights
- Design and maintain systems and machinery across a diverse range of industries, including manufacturing, mining, refrigeration and air-conditioning, transport and mechanical handling.
- Benefit from our hands-on learning approach and develop the practical skills your future employers want in our advanced engineering labs, guided by our expert technical team.
- Work on exciting projects with leading companies and apply your technical expertise to help solve real-world challenges.
- Graduate with a highly regarded Honours qualification that’s recognised in Australia and overseas.
- Combine your studies with a second major or double degree and expand your employment opportunities.
Why choose this course?
As a mechanical engineer, you’ll apply the latest technologies to design the machinery and mechanical systems of our future.
From electric cars and intelligent devices, to the large-scale machinery used in mining and manufacturing, you’ll apply your technical expertise to design smarter, more sustainable solutions.
Our mechanical engineering degree is strongly aligned with industry needs, which means you’ll graduate with the real-world knowledge and experience to step confidently into your future career.
With a hands-on learning approach, you’ll develop your skills in our advanced engineering labs, where you’ll work on real machinery (including our very own McLaren supercar engine!), guided by our expert technical team.
You’ll then apply when you learn through work placements with leading companies like Komatsu, and get involved in exciting projects where you’ll address real-world challenges.
You’ll graduate with a highly regarded Honours qualification that’s recognised in Australia and overseas.
Choose a second major or a double degree and pursue your interests while maximising your career opportunities.
Explore this course
Mechanical engineering turns energy into power and motion. Mechanical engineers design, create, improve and maintain systems and machinery that are used for private and commercial purposes. They keep pace with technology and act as an interface between technology and society, playing an essential role contributing to the sustainable and future development of industry.
Explore your options
Your engineering degree features common units in the first year that combine broad foundation principles with a wide range of major choices, giving you flexibility and options before you choose your career specialisation.
Flexible delivery
Start online. Come when you can.
You can commence this course online in 2021 if you are unable to enter Australia due to travel restrictions, however you may not be able to enrol with a full-time study load as some units may not be available.
In addition, you may choose to commence your studies by undertaking eligible Minor units. (Engineering units with hands-on practicals are only offered on campus.)
You will need to complete the course on campus, once travel to Brisbane is possible.
Work Integrated Learning
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) is embedded in the curriculum and it is a core component for all engineering students. WIL allows you to graduate with a portfolio of professional skills that provides evidence of your professional competencies.
You are required to undertake 60 days of approved work experience in the engineering environment as part of your work integrated learning.
Careers and outcomes
As a mechanical engineer, you’ll design, develop and maintain the mechanical systems and machines we use in our own homes and across diverse industries such as manufacturing, mining, refrigeration and air-conditioning, transport and mechanical handling.
Professional recognition
This course has professional accreditation from Engineers Australia (EA). EA is a signatory to the Washington Accord, which permits graduates to work in various countries across the world. This course is recognised internationally in the engineering profession, giving our graduates more career opportunities overseas.
Possible careers
- Mechanical Engineer
- Mining Engineer
- Project Manager
To graduate with a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), students are required to complete 384 credit points of course units, as outlined below:
- First year (96 credit points): four core units 48cp + one Maths option unit 12cp + foundation strand options 36cp (include two discipline foundation units 24cp + one option unit 12cp)
- Major: one (1) block of eight (8) major units 96cp plus eight (8) honours-level units 96cp (192 credit points)
- Complementary studies: one x second major or two x minor (96 credit points).
Honours units to consist of:
- Research methods 12cp
- Project 24cp
- 5 x advanced major units 60cp.
To graduate with a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), students are required to complete 384 credit points of course units, as outlined below:
- First year (96 credit points): four core units 48cp + one Maths option unit 12cp + foundation strand options 36cp (include two discipline foundation units 24cp + one option unit 12cp)
- Major: One (1) block of eight (8) major units 96cp plus eight (8) Honours level units 96cp (192 credit points)
- Complementary Studies: 1 x 2nd major or 2 x minor (96 credit points)
Honours units to consist of:
- Research methods 12cp
- Project 24cp
- 5 x Advanced major units 60cp
- ATAR/selection rank threshold
- 78.00
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2022.
Don't have a ATAR/selection rank?
- Course code
- EN01
- QTAC code
- 412502
- CRICOS code
- 084921G
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- Gardens Point
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- Gardens Point
- 4 years full-time
- 8 years part-time
- 4 years full-time
- February and July
- February and July
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course, we assume you have sound knowledge of the subject/s listed below. If you don't have the subject knowledge, you can still apply for the course but we strongly encourage you to undertake bridging studies to gain the knowledge:
- English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
- Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
Year 12 early offer scheme
If you're a current Queensland Year 12 student, you may be eligible to receive an offer for this course on the last day of Queensland Year 12, before receiving your ATAR or selection rank.
Helping you to get into your course
If you dont think your ATAR or selection rank is high enough to get into this course, you can guarantee your entry with guaranteed advanced standing by upgrading through one the following programs which you can select as one of your QTAC preferences:
QUT College Diploma in Engineering
QUT College Diploma in Engineering graduates will automatically receive an offer to start the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) within three weeks after completion of the diploma. You will also automatically receive 1 year (96 credit points) credit transfer and be able to complete the degree in 3 years as a full-time student.
Find out more about the QUT College Diploma in Engineering
Dual TAFE-Qld Brisbane/QUT award
If you enrol in a QTAC offer in the following dual TAFE-Qld Brisbane/QUT award you will automatically receive a QUT conditional offer in June (semester 1 QTAC offer) or October (semester 2 QTAC offer) after your enrolment at TAFE-Qld Brisbane is confirmed.
Upon completion of the TAFE-Qld courses you will be able to enrol at QUT. You will also automatically receive 1 year (96 credit points) credit transfer and be able to complete the degree in 3 years as a full-time student if you complete the advanced diploma
More details will be provided in your QUT conditional offer letter.
Offer guarantee
If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 82.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Advanced standing
If you have prior studies or work experience, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit). You can apply for advanced standing once you've been accepted to QUT. If you're in your first semester of study, you must apply for advanced standing within 10 days of receiving your offer.
Deferment
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
More about deferring your offer
Adjustments to your ATAR/selection rank
Any adjustments you receive to your ATAR or selection rank will be applied to this course.
Find out if you’re eligible for an adjustment to your ATAR or selection rank
Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2021
The figures listed in the tables below reflect the offers that were made to recent ATAR students. The entry thresholds box at the top of this page shows the lowest adjusted ATAR/selection rank required to receive an offer for all applicants for the most recent January QTAC offer round.
| Excluding adjustments | Including adjustments | |
|---|---|---|
| Highest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
99.95
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Selection rank
99.95
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| Median ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
85.25
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Selection rank
87.90
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| Lowest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
65.55
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Selection rank
75.00
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You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.
Other admission options
If you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, you may be eligible for admission through our Centralised Assessment Selection Process (CASP).
I completed my studies outside of Australia
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide to the grades you need to apply for this course.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
Subject prerequisites
- Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
You must have achieved this study at a level comparable to Australian Year 12 or in recognised post-secondary studies.
I completed secondary school in Australia
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course we assume you have sound knowledge in these areas:
- Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
- ATAR/selection rank
- 78.00
Offer guarantee
If you completed secondary school in Australia and achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 82.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, South Africa, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PTE Academic/PTE Academic Online | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
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Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
| IELTS Academic / IELTS Online | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| TOEFL iBT / Home / Paper | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2023 fees
2023: To Be Announced
2023 fees
2023: To Be Announced
2022 fees
2022: CSP $7,000 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2022 fees
2022: $39,300 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
Find out more about undergraduate course fees
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
QUT Excellence Scholarship (Academic)
QUT's premier offering for students with outstanding academic achievement.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
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