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Undergraduate Programs

PROGRAMS OFFERED

Full details of a programme can be found by clicking on its title.

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION

Our Bachelor of Engineering degrees are fully accredited by The Institution of Engineers, Australia (I.E.Aust). Graduates from Curtin therefore satisfy all the academic requirements for corporate membership of the I.E.Aust. Our programs are also recognised by international professional institutions.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Employment opportunities have remained consistently good for many years with graduates entering careers in industrial and commercial organisations, statutory bodies and government departments. The Department graduates around 50 Bachelors students each year, many of whom gain employment prior to graduation. Nationally, graduates from Curtin University attain one of the highest success rates for securing positions in professional engineering.

PROGRAM DURATION

The Bachelor of Engineering degrees in the Faculty of Engineering are of four years duration if undertaken full-time. However, they may be undertaken on a part-time basis at whatever rate a student chooses in order to match their individual needs.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

Local Students:

Applicants should meet the University requirements for matriculation and include Applicable Mathematics, Calculus and Physics in their studies for entry to the University; (Chemistry is not a requirement.)
Selection is based primarily on TER and attainment in these subjects.
Candidates who have performed well but are without some of these subjects may be admitted but will be required to complete appropriate bridging and special course units at Curtin.
Students with other, or equivalent, qualifications should direct enquiries to the Head of Department.
A TAFE Associate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering would allow some advanced standing to be given for applicants. Eligible applicants should apply through the Tertiary Institution Service Centre for entrance.

Overseas Students:

Please contact the local agent for Curtin University in your home country for details of entrance requirements, or visit the website http://www.curtin.edu.au/