Archived Information

The information at this site is intended for students who commenced their programs prior to 2009.

For current information please visit the courses and programs website.

Bachelor of Engineering (BE)

Information is valid for students commencing in 2005

Summary
Duration	4 year(s) full-time (or part-time equivalent) Domestic students may undertake the program on a part-time basis; 10 years maximum.
Commencing Semesters	Semester 1 Semester 2 available to international students
Program Level	Undergraduate
Faculty	Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology
	64
	2001
/ 2005	9/83
Delivery Mode	Internal
Campus	St Lucia
Courses	See the Course list for courses that can be studied as part of this program.

Information for prospective students:

	Domestic Students
Admission Requirements:
Minimum Education Requirements:	Year 12
Prerequisites:	English, Mathematics B, plus one of Physics or Chemistry. Both physics and chemistry are recommended.
QTAC Code:	QTAC code(s): 717001
How to Apply:	Click here for application procedures for domestic students
Additional Information for International Students:
Fees:
	These are indicative annual fees. A student's actual annual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
Closing date:
Enquiries:
Name	Manager, Academic Administration, Faculty of Engineering, Physical Sciences and Architecture
Email:	admin@epsa.uq.edu.au
Phone or Online:	07 - 3365 4777

Plans/Specialisations

Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the plan(s) that are of interest to you for more information.

» Chemical Engineering
» Chemical and Biological Engineering
» Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering
» Civil Engineering
» Computer Systems Engineering
» Electrical Engineering
» Electrical and Aerospace Engineering
» Electrical and Biomedical Engineering
» Environmental Engineering
» Materials Engineering
» Mechanical Engineering
» Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
» Mechanical and Space Engineering
» Mechatronic Engineering
» Mining Engineering
» Software Engineering
» Software Systems and Aerospace Engineering

Dual degree programs for the Bachelor of Engineering

- Bachelor of Engineering/Arts
- Bachelor of Engineering/Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Engineering/Business Management
- Bachelor of Engineering/Commerce
- Bachelor of Engineering/Economics
- Bachelor of Engineering/Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering/Science

Honours

Available as part of the standard program.

Study options

Graduates may complete further study towards Graduate Certificates, Postgraduate Diplomas, Masters, or Doctoral qualifications.

Careers

See specific plans.

Based on specialisation
Project Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Structural Engineer, Systems Designer (Research), Local Government Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Materials and Testing Engineer, Bioprocess Engineer, Process Control Engineer, Hydraulic/Water Resources Engineer, Telecommunications Engineer, Transport Designer, Metallurgical Engineer, Audio/Video Engineer, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical), Chemical Plant Operator, Civil Engineer, Environmental Planner, Geotechnical/Soil Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Metallurgist, Minerals Process Engineer, Mining Engineer, Aerospace Engineer, Bio-engineer, Civil and Structural Engineering Associate, Computer Engineer, Computer Systems Engineer, Environmental Officer, Systems Architect, Systems Software Programmer, Mechanical Engineer, Municipal Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Biomedical Engineer, Safety Engineer, Construction Engineer, Mechatronic Engineer, Railway Engineer, Software Designer, Software Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Construction Project Manager, Irrigation/Drainage Engineer, Systems Analyst, Systems Designer (Information Technology), Materials Engineer, Mine Surveyor, Production Tooling Designer, Chemical Process Engineer, Combustion Engineer, Computer Programmer, Environmental Engineer, Highway Engineer, Engineer, Water Treatment Engineer, Biomechanist,

For more information on job opportunities, please refer to the plans/specialisations above.

Professional memberships

Graduate and student memberships of:
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Engineers Australia
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Association of Professional Engineers, Scientists and Managers Australia (APESMA)
Other memberships apply for specific engineering majors, including:
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The Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) ? Chemical, Environmental, Minerals Process
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Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) ? Minerals Process, Mining
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Australian Computer Society ? Computer Systems and Software

Additional costs

Some courses may incur additional fees (eg field trips). The Senior First Aid certificate costs approximately $100-150.

Information for current students

To complete a program :

To complete follow the rules to Bachelor of Engineering, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the Program list and according to the Rules for the program. Links to these are listed below. Students should also be aware of other University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page

Students must complete 64 units in accordance with the BE List; Students must be enrolled in a field of engineering before commencing Year 2. New Year 1 students should refer to the Program Guide sent with their offer material for information on appropriate course selection. Continuing students, dual degree students, or students admitted with more than 8 units of transfer credit should consult their academic adviser prior to enrolling. Dual degree students should lodge a complete course plan with the EPSA Faculty Office.

See the Course list for courses that can be studied as part of this program.

Program Rules for the Bachelor of Engineering:
- Rules for the Bachelor of Engineering
- University Rules

Fees

To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the program list above.
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.

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