Program Overview

Overview

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Science (SMAH) is a double degree that allows students to gain a unique set of skills and expertise in both engineering and science. This degree provides students with the opportunity to develop proficiency in management, communications, teamwork, and problem-solving, as well as scientific research in a scientific specialisation that aligns with their interests.

Program Structure

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is a four-year degree with the option to major in a chosen specialisation. The Bachelor of Science offers flexibility, with the opportunity to begin specialisation immediately or in the second year after completing foundational subjects in the first year.

Majors

Students can specialise in a major by choosing from the following:

• Biomedical Engineering
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• Cell and Molecular Biology
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• Chemistry
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• Civil Engineering
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• Computer and Autonomous Systems Engineering
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• Ecology and Conservation Biology
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• Electrical and Electronics Engineering
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• Environmental Engineering
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• Materials Engineering
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• Mechanical Engineering
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• Mechatronic Engineering
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• Mining Engineering
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• Telecommunications Engineering and Internet of Things
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Careers

Combining a degree in Science with a degree in Engineering will allow students to gain specialised knowledge and enhance their skills across both specialisations.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is professionally accredited by Engineers Australia.

Admissions Information

A range of admission options are available for future students. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

Academic Entry Requirements

Applicants need to have achieved the required score in a qualification equivalent to the completion of 13 years of schooling in Australia.

English Language Requirements

The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:

• IELTS Academic: Overall Score 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0, Listening 6.0, Speaking 6.0
• TOEFL (Internet-based): Overall Score 70, Reading 18, Writing 18, Listening 17, Speaking 17
• UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Pass (weighted average mark of 50 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)

Compulsory Work-Based Placement

This course contains a total of 420 hours of compulsory work-based placements, completed over 12 weeks (at 35 hours per week) throughout the degree.

Workload

As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study.

Credit for Prior Learning

If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

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Fees

International Course fees table:

• Campus: Wollongong
• Delivery method: On Campus
• Session fee: $22,368 (2025)
• Course fee: Indicative, based on normal course length and progression

Key Dates

• Autumn Session, 2025 at UOW:
  • Application Deadline: See important dates for more information
  • Orientation: Check your campus details
  • Session: 03 March - 27 June 2025
• Spring Session, 2025 at UOW:
  • Application Deadline: See important dates for more information
  • Orientation: Check your campus details
  • Session: 28 July - 20 November 2025
• Autumn Session, 2026 at UOW:
  • Application Deadline: Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete
  • Orientation: Check your campus details
  • Session start: 2 March, 2026
  • Census date: 31 March, 2026
  • Mid-session recess: 20 - 24 April, 2026
  • Session end: 25 June, 2026
• Spring Session, 2026 at UOW:
  • Application Deadline: Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete
  • Orientation: Check your campus details
  • Session start: 27 July, 2026
  • Census date: 31 August, 2026
  • Mid-session recess: 28 September - 2 October, 2026
  • Session end: 19 November, 2026