Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design)/Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

The Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design)/Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is a comprehensive program that combines industrial design and engineering to create innovative, sustainable, and user-friendly products and systems. This program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in both design and engineering principles, enabling them to develop innovative solutions that meet the needs of industry and society.

Program Overview

The program is a five-year full-time course that is delivered at the Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove campuses. The course code is ID14, and the QTAC code is not specified. The CRICOS code is J.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for entry into this program, students must have an ATAR/selection rank of 84.00 or higher. The program has a duration of five years full-time, and students can commence their studies in February or July.

Course Structure

The program consists of 480 credit points, comprising 180 credit points from the Bachelor of Design and 288 credit points from the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), and 12 credit points of QUT You. Students will study design, engineering, and QUT You units in their first four years and concentrate on engineering studies in the remainder of the course.

Bachelor of Design Component

The Bachelor of Design component includes:

• Core Introductory units (72 credit points)
• Industrial Design major (108 credit points)

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Component

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) component includes:

• 96 credit points of Engineering Core units, including a 12cp Research Methods unit and 24cp Research Project units
• 192 credit points of Engineering Study Area A units, which can be chosen from a range of fields, including Civil, Computer and Software Systems, Electrical, and Mechanical

QUT You

QUT You is a 12-credit-point unit that is designed to provide students with a range of skills and knowledge that will enhance their employability and career prospects.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of this program may work in fields such as mechanical engineering, transport, service development, or manufacturing. They may also pursue careers as industrial designers, usability experts, service designers, or design managers.

Professional Recognition

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree has professional accreditation from Engineers Australia (EA), which is a signatory to the Washington Accord. This means that graduates of the program are eligible to work in a range of countries around the world.

Fees

The fees for this program vary depending on the units chosen. The 2026 fees are $9,800 per year full-time (96 credit points) for Commonwealth-supported places, and $43,700 per year full-time (96 credit points) for full-fee-paying students.

Scholarships

There are a range of scholarships available to students enrolled in this program, including the QUT Excellence Scholarship (Academic), the Women in Engineering Scholarship, and the Equity Scholarships Scheme.

Other Courses

Students may also be interested in other courses offered by QUT, including the Bachelor of Creative Industries, the Bachelor of Design, and the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours).