Engineers have never been more important to society and its future. The 21st Century is an era of great global challenges including climate change, booming populations, increased levels of consumption and demand for resources, to name but a few. These challenges create tremendous opportunities for new generations of engineers, who will be called upon to take leading roles in developing and driving their solutions.
The University of Queensland provides students with a
strong foundation for their engineering careers. UQ offers engineering students the largest choice of study areas, a wide range of quality resources and access to more leading engineering lecturers and researchers than any other university in Queensland. Our reputation for excellence and
world-renowned curriculum ensure graduates are highly sought after by employers within Australia and overseas.
The UQ Bachelor of Engineering is a four-year degree program that provides students with:
- Queensland’s largest choice of engineering study areas
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Excellent employment opportunities strengthened by UQ’s world-class reputation
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Loads of practical experience through site visits, vacation work and industry placements (60 days of industry experience minimum)
- Expert lecturers - students learn from leading engineers, industry specialists and staff whose research is changing the world and the way industry does business
- A general first year (optional) for students who haven’t decided in which study area they want to specialise
- Advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills to meet industry needs.
By choosing to study engineering at The University of Queensland, students get the benefit of the University's outstanding international reputation. UQ is ranked 33rd in the world* and the highest in Queensland. The School of Engineering is particularly well regarded for its strong links with industry, which means that engineering students get access to expert industry knowledge, practical experience and opportunities to develop relationships with employers prior to graduation.
Students can undertake the UQ Bachelor of Engineering in 16 areas of study:
Please contact us if you have any queries or to arrange a visit to the School of Engineering.
* Ranked 33rd in the world by UK's Times Higher Education Supplement 2007
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