Program Overview

Overview of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering is a comprehensive program that encompasses the design, manufacture, and control of machines and engines. This broad specialisation covers a wide range of topics, including air, heat, and energy flows, as well as the control and automation of machines.

Program Description

In this program, students will learn how to design, manufacture, and control machines and engines, ranging from power generators to manufacturing systems. They will have access to innovative technologies and specialist workshop areas, including a race car workshop, where they can practise their new skills. The program will equip students with strong analytical skills, enabling them to identify and develop solutions for various mechanical challenges.

Majors and Minors

The program offers several majors and minors that allow students to tailor their specialisation in mechanical engineering to meet their interests and career goals. The available majors include:

• Aerospace engineering
• Biomedical engineering
• Materials engineering
• Mining engineering

The available minors include:

• Data science
• Computing

Career Possibilities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering can pursue a wide range of career opportunities, including:

• Mechanical engineer
• Mechanical design engineer
• Industrial engineer
• Additive manufacturing engineer
• Aerospace engineer
• Project control engineer
• Environmental engineer
• Biomedical engineer

The average annual salary range for mechanical engineers is $95K–$115K, according to seek.com.au.

How You'll Learn

The program's learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses. These experiences include:

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Work placements
• Laboratory work
• Fieldwork
• Workshops

What You'll Study

The program's curriculum includes a range of courses, such as:

• Machine Element Design
• Structures and Materials
• Dynamics I
• Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics

For more information on the program's structure and courses, please refer to the university's website.

Highlights

The University of Queensland is ranked 1 in Queensland for mechanical, aeronautical, and manufacturing engineering, according to the QS World University Rankings 2025.

Student Testimonials

Several students and graduates have shared their experiences and thoughts on the program:

• "I like understanding how things work and the practical skills and pragmatism that engineering gives you. I think mechanical engineering is the broadest of all the engineering disciplines – in one way or another, it underpins most aspects of life." - Daniel Mackle, Graduate, Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical)
• "I loved the idea of combining innovation and creativity with science. Engineering has long been ranked as the most common undergraduate degree among Fortune 500 CEOs – so I knew that it would give me an amazing skill set for life." - Isabelle Fleming, Current student, Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical)
• "I chose to study engineering because I have always enjoyed the problem-solving side of maths and physics. I also love cars and enjoy working with dynamic systems. At UQ, I was able to join the UQ Racing team, where we designed, built, and raced a formula-style car against other universities." - Timothy Shannon, Graduate, Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical)
• "Mechanical engineers are highly sought after in the energy generation industry, so I decided to major in mechanical engineering. In my career, I hope to help Australia move towards more sustainable energy solutions." - Majella Cassidy, Current student, Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical)