Program Overview

Diploma of Science (Engineering Studies)

Course Overview

The Diploma of Science (Engineering Studies) allows students to progress to a wide range of disciplines in ECU's School of Engineering. This course has been Accredited by TEQSA as an AQF Level 5 – Diploma course.

Diploma of Science (Engineering Studies) (Year 1)

This course is designed to enhance students' learning experience and provide them with the underpinning knowledge necessary to prepare them for studies in Engineering related courses at university level.

Diploma of Science (Engineering Studies) (Year 2)

This course is specially designed for students wishing to enrol in the wide range of courses offered by ECU's School of Engineering. ECU Engineering courses are structured heavily around practical learning; students will have the opportunity to work with real hardware, not just simulation packages.

Duration

• Year 1: 8 units (8-12 months)
• Year 2: 8 units (8-12 months)

Intake Dates

• Year 1: February, June, October
• Year 2: February, June, October

Campus Location

• ECU Joondalup Campus West

International Fees

• 2025 Year 1: A$26,500
• 2025 Year 2: A$36,000

Domestic Fees

• 2025 Year 1: A$17,200
• 2025 Year 2: A$17,600

Entry Requirements

• Contact the institution for specific entry requirements.

Leads to ECU

The Diploma of Science (Engineering Studies) can lead into ECU's second year of the following degrees:

• Bachelor of Aviation – 2.5 years
• Bachelor of Engineering Honours areas in: Chemical, Civil, Civil and Environmental, Computer Systems, Electrical Power, Electrical and Renewable Energy, Electronics and Communications, Instrumentation Control and Automation, Mechanical, Mechatronics – 3 years
• Bachelor of Technology (Aeronautical) – 2 years
• Bachelor of Technology (Engineering) majoring in: Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Electronic and Communications, Electronic and Computer Systems, Mechanical – 2 years
• Bachelor of Technology (Motorsports) – 2 years

Diploma of Science (Engineering Studies) (Year 1)

CRICOS Code D

The program consists of 8 units of study and can be completed over 2 or 3 trimesters.

Core Units

• COM220 – Workplace Communication – Employability
• CPT107 – Introductory Computing
• MTH104 – Introductory Mathematics
• COM210 – Communication Skills
• PHY100 – Introductory Physics
• MAT137 – Introductory Applied Maths

Year 1 Electives (Choose 2)

• CHE100 – Introductory Chemistry
• SCN110 Foundation Science
• PMG100 – Project Management
• ICS100 – Intercultural Studies

Diploma of Science (Engineering Studies) (Year 2)

CRICOS Code D

The course consists of 8 units of study and can be completed over 2 or 3 trimesters.

Units

• ENM1102D – Engineering Drawing and Computer Aided Design (CAD)
• ENS1115D – Materials and Manufacturing
• MAT1250D – Mathematics 1
• ENS1154D – Introduction to Engineering
• MAT1251D – Mathematics 2
• ENS1253D1 – Electrical Engineering Fundamentals
• ENS1180D – Introduction to Energy and Resource Engineering
• ENS1101D – Engineering Mechanics