Program Overview

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Honours and Physics Double Degree Major (BEng Hons/BSc)

Overview

This double degree program provides graduates with a background in the physics of electrical devices and systems and a versatility which opens up a wider range of employment opportunities. With the rapid progress of the information society, the role of communications is becoming even more crucial to increased industry efficiency and competitiveness. In this major students learn about the theoretical and practical aspects of modern electronic and communication systems.

Professional Recognition and Accreditation

Graduates fulfil the stage one competencies required by Engineers Australia at the level of Professional Engineer Washington Accord.

Admission Criteria

ATAR Pathway

• Minimum ATAR: 80
• Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites):
  • Mathematics Methods ATAR
  • Physics ATAR
• Desirable WACE subjects:
  • Mathematics Specialist ATAR

Alternative Pathways

• STAT entry: The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria. STAT can be used to meet entry criteria for some courses, or as a way to satisfy Curtin’s English proficiency requirements.
• TAFE entry: To meet the entry criteria with VET studies you need to have:
  1. Advanced Diploma of Engineering (2 years)
  2. Met the subject prerequisites
• Higher education course switcher criteria: To switch into this course from another higher education provider, you need to have:
  1. A minimum ATAR/ Selection Rank of 80
  2. Met Mathematics Methods ATAR prerequisite (or equivalent)
  3. Met Physics ATAR prerequisite (or equivalent)
  4. Achieved an academic status of Good Standing

English Requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

• IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System):
  • Writing: 6
  • Speaking: 6
  • Reading: 6
  • Listening: 6
  • Overall band score: 6

Fees and Scholarships

Please view the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), Bachelor of Science degree for indicative fees.

How to Apply

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Course Structure

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Credit for Recognised Learning (CRL)

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