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Our unique engineering degree lets you choose from three engineering majors and gain real-world skills through project-based learning and paid cadetships.
Embark on a thrilling engineering journey with your choice of major from civil, electrical or mechanical engineering. Whether you want to design the infrastructure of tomorrow in civil engineering, innovate with cutting-edge technology in electrical engineering, or explore the fascinating world of machines in mechanical engineering, the choice is yours!
Our innovative engineering course combines project-based learning with practical industry experience. Start by engaging in immersive studies on campus to gain a solid foundation in engineering principles and concepts. Get real-world project-based learning, collaborative projects, and be supported by experienced academics and practising engineers. Then, get paid to learn through two years of industry cadetships. Have a tangible impact as you apply knowledge and skills to real engineering projects. Build a robust professional network, gain valuable insights into the engineering field and improve your employability.
Get set to live engineering through hands-on project-based learning. Work on authentic engineering projects and help solve real problems. Collaborate with students and industry partners. Deepen your understanding of engineering concepts and gain insight into the dynamic engineering field. From research and design to prototyping, testing and implementation, you’ll experience the full project lifecycle. Enhance your employability skills, like problem-solving, teamwork, communication and project management – so you’ll graduate job-ready!
Kick-start your engineering journey with an incredible $20,0000 engineering scholarship. We have 25 on offer, thanks to our Transgrid Engineering Scholarship. Applications are open now!
With two years of paid cadetships, you’ll get more work placement experience than any other four-year engineering degree in Australia. So you’ll be job-ready when you graduate!
This course is professionally accredited by -
Please refer to the Charles Sturt Professional Accreditation resource for specific information and a link to the accreditation body.
When you graduate, you’ll be ready to make your mark in engineering careers such as:
For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.
You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.
| ENG110 | Engineering Design Challenge 1 | 12 credit pts | ||
| ENG111 | Engineering Design Challenge 2 | 12 credit pts | ||
| ENG112 | Engineering Materials | 4 credit pts | ||
| ENG114 | Engineering Mechanics - Dynamics | 4 credit pts | ||
| ENG116 | Introduction to CAD and Computing | 4 credit pts | ||
| ENG117 | Physics for Engineers | 4 credit pts | ||
| ENG120 | Engineering Mechanics - Statics | 4 credit pts | ||
| ENG130 | Electrical Systems | 4 credit pts | ||
| ENG140 | Introduction to Energy | 4 credit pts | ||
| ENG190 | Mathematics for Engineers 1 | 4 credit pts | ||
| ENG191 | Mathematics for Engineers 2 | 4 credit pts | ||
| ENG192 | Principles of Engineering Programming | 4 credit pts | ||
| ENG211 | Engineering Design Challenge 3 | 12 credit pts | ||
| ENG212 | Workplace Performance Planning and Review | 4 credit pts | ||
| ENG293 | Mathematics for Engineers 3 | 4 credit pts | ||
| ENG310 | Engineering Residency 1 | 16 credit pts | ||
| ENG311 | Engineering Residency 2 | 16 credit pts | ||
| ENG312 | Engineering Project Management | 4 credit pts | ||
| ENG410 | Engineering Capstone Thesis – Part A | 12 credit pts | ||
| ENG411 | Engineering Capstone Thesis – Part B | 12 credit pts | ||
| ENG412 | Engineering Residency 3 | 12 credit pts | ||
| ENG413 | Engineering Residency 4 | 12 credit pts | ||
| IKC101 | First Nations Foundations: Knowing, Relating and Understanding Country | 8 credit pts |
| Select one (1) major from the following: | ||||
| CE0002 | Civil Engineering | 64 credit pts | ||
| EE0002 | Electrical Engineering | 64 credit pts | ||
| ME0002 | Mechanical Engineering | 64 credit pts |
| Select two (2) subjects from the following: | ||||
| ENG414 | Renewable Energy Engineering | 8 credit pts | ||
| ENG440 | Applied Computer-Aided Engineering | 8 credit pts | ||
| ENM422 | Environmental Assessment and Auditing | 8 credit pts | ||
| SPA555 | Spatial Modelling | 8 credit pts |
| Select two (2) subjects from the following | ||||
| ENG414 | Renewable Energy Engineering | 8 credit pts | ||
| ENG430 | Applied Photovoltaics | 8 credit pts | ||
| ITC513 | Wireless Communications | 8 credit pts | ||
| ITC560 | Internet of Things | 8 credit pts | ||
| ITC576 | Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | 8 credit pts | ||
| STA501 | Scientific Data Analysis | 8 credit pts |
Do you want to drive innovation by designing infrastructure that builds and forms communities? Our civil engineering major will set you up to make crucial and tangible improvements. You’ll be equipped to design and construct safe water supply systems or manage tunnels, bridges and transport systems. Explore progressive career opportunities, including civil, environmental, geotechnical, structural, or water engineering.
Looking for an engineering area that ignites the spark of your passion? Choose our electrical engineering major. Electrical engineering is all about designing appliances and equipment that use electricity. It also covers telecommunication, computer engineering, electronics, and photonics. Consider career opportunities, including renewable energy engineering, control engineering, power engineering, or robotics.
Study our mechanical engineering major to join one of the most diverse and versatile fields. Mechanical engineers work for industry –designing systems and machinery that generate power, make products, move things and assist in building. You’ll have career opportunities in chemical processing, power generation, the automotive industry, manufacturing and building services. You could also work in the aeronautical industry, defence technology, food processing or public utilities. So, if you’re mechanically minded and driven to innovate, this major is perfect for you.
Brush up on your skills with our short, online subjects that prepare you for university. Topics range from essay writing and grammar, to maths, statistics, and chemistry - best of all they're free for most Australian residents. Visit Study Link to see our full range of subjects.
As a Charles Sturt University student, throughout your course you have a responsibility to continue to develop skills in English language, literacy and numeracy as appropriate to your discipline. This ongoing development will enable you to effectively participate in your course and graduate prepared to enter the workforce.
This is an estimate
This course is eligible for the Transgrid Engineering Scholarship which supports Charles Sturt engineering students with $20,000 each over four years, there are 25 scholarships on offer each year. All students applying to study this course are encouraged to apply for these scholarships and the funds can be spent however it's needed - whether that's the costs associated with your study, living expenses or learning resources.
You may also be eligible for our accommodation scholarships, you can find out more about these here Charles Sturt Accommodation Equity Scholarship - Study (csu.edu.au)
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Completion of Undergraduate Certificate in University Preparation including the elective MTH174 Mathematics and Statistics at Charles Sturt University, and completion of Maths Skills 3 - Advanced B from Charles Sturt Study Link.
International students or applicants with international qualifications must provide IELTS results (academic module) with a minimum overall score of 6 and a minimum score of 6 in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking), or equivalent test.
If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.
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