Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Western Sydney University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00917K
Human society is facing ever increasing challenges from changing climate, expanding populations and industrial development. Traditional approaches to solve environmental problems needs rethinking and should consider circular economy, life cycle thinking, climate smartness, digitisation. In this Major, students assess various challenges in provision of water, food, infrastructure and energy then propose design solutions using holistic, futuristic and sustainable technologies and strategies. Through hands-on, real-life projects, students explore solutions that integrate technical, technological (IoT), social, cultural, geographical, regulatory and ethical factors. This major includes a mandatory 450-hour industrial placement as a completion requirement for Engineers Australia accreditation as professional engineer.
Structure
320 credit points.
Subjects
- Engineering-civil
- Engineering-construction
- Engineering-electrical
- Engineering-mechanical
- Engineering-robotics and mechatronics
Standard entry requirements
- Year 12 or equivalent
- Recommended studies: Physics and HSC Mathematics Extension 1 or HSC Mathematics Extension 2.
- Assumed knowledge required: Two subjects of Science, two subjects of English and Mathematics (not General Mathematics) at Band 5 or higher.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Western Sydney Parramatta South | International: $132,000 | No |
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| Western Sydney Penrith (Kingswood) | International: $132,160 | No |
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| Western Sydney Sydney City | International: $132,000 | No |
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