Program Overview

Diploma in Engineering

Overview

The Diploma in Engineering is a pathway program designed to prepare international students for the second year of a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) at The University of Western Australia (UWA). The program is offered by UWA College in partnership with INTO Perth.

Key Information

• Progress to UWA, ranked in the world top 15 for Mineral and Mining Engineering and in the world top 100 for Civil and Structural Engineering (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025).
• Wrap-around support system provides students with ongoing and targeted support, including additional subject guidance and English language advice during their final trimester.
• Units in 'Academic Conduct Essentials' and 'Indigenous Studies Essentials' prepare students for study at UWA.
• Students who pass the program will be awarded the Diploma in Engineering with 48 transferable credits to UWA.
• Units are based on existing UWA level 1 units, providing the best preparation for entry to the second year of study at UWA.
• UWA's EZONE facility offers a world-class innovation and tech hub for engineering students, with flexible spaces for collaborative learning and industry interaction.

Course Details

Diploma in Engineering

• Duration: 14 Months
• Provider: The University of Western Australia (UWA). UWA College in Partnership with INTO Perth.
• CRICOS Provider Code: 00126G
• TEQSA Provider Identification: PRV12169, Australian University

Entry Requirements

• Age Requirement: 17
• Academic Requirements: Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent.
• English Language Requirements: IELTS overall 5.5 (no band less than 5.0) or equivalent.

Important Dates

• Start Date: 6 October 2025
• End Date: 31 December 2026
• Length: 14 Months

Fees and Pricing

• Estimated cost of attendance:
  • Tuition fee: A$ 52,200.00
  • Administration fee: A$ 350.00
  • Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF): A$ 346.50
  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Fee: A$ 460.65 - 691.00
  • Learning resources: A$ 250.00 - 450.00
  • Lab fee: A$ 100.00 - 300.00
  • Airport pick-up (Optional): A$ 70.00 - 135.00
  • Approximate cost: A$ 53,777.15 - 54,472.50

Progression

• Environmental Engineering-Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
  • Final level %: Successful completion of the Diploma in Engineering with a grade average of 50% or higher.
  • English level %: Successful completion of Diploma in Engineering.
  • CRICOS Code: B
• Mechanical Engineering-Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
  • Final level %: Successful completion of the Diploma in Engineering with a grade average of 50% or higher.
  • English level %: Successful completion of Diploma in Engineering.
  • CRICOS Code: B
• Mining Engineering-Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
  • Final level %: Successful completion of the Diploma in Engineering with a grade average of 50% or higher.
  • English level %: Successful completion of Diploma in Engineering.
  • CRICOS Code: B
• Software Engineering-Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
  • Final level %: Successful completion of the Diploma in Engineering with a grade average of 50% or higher.
  • English level %: Successful completion of Diploma in Engineering.
  • CRICOS Code: B
• Automation and Robotics Engineering-Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
  • Final level %: Successful completion of the Diploma in Engineering with a grade average of 50% or higher.
  • English level %: Successful completion of Diploma in Engineering.
  • CRICOS Code: B
• Biomedical Engineering-Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
  • Final level %: Successful completion of the Diploma in Engineering with a grade average of 50% or higher.
  • English level %: Successful completion of Diploma in Engineering.
  • CRICOS Code: B
• Chemical Engineering-Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
  • Final level %: Successful completion of the Diploma in Engineering with a grade average of 50% or higher.
  • English level %: Successful completion of Diploma in Engineering.
  • CRICOS Code: B
• Civil Engineering-Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
  • Final level %: Successful completion of the Diploma in Engineering with a grade average of 50% or higher.
  • English level %: Successful completion of Diploma in Engineering.
  • CRICOS Code: B
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering-Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
  • Final level %: Successful completion of the Diploma in Engineering with a grade average of 50% or higher.
  • English level %: Successful completion of Diploma in Engineering.
  • CRICOS Code: B

CRICOS Codes

• CRICOS Provider Code: 00126G
• CRICOS Course Code: C