Program Overview

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical)

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical) degree at QUT is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in mechanical engineering, preparing them for a career in a diverse range of industries. With a strong focus on industry needs, students will graduate ready to contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of mechanical systems and machines.

Course Overview

• The course is delivered at the Gardens Point campus.
• The duration of the course is 4 years full-time or 8 years part-time.
• The course starts in February and July.
• The QTAC code for this course is not specified.
• The CRICOS code for international students is G.

Entry Requirements

• The ATAR/selection rank threshold for this course is 84.00.
• Assumed knowledge for this course includes English, Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C).
• Students who do not meet the assumed knowledge requirements may still apply for the course but are encouraged to undertake bridging studies.

Course Structure

• The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree consists of 32 units (384 credit points).
• The course includes core units, a major, complementary studies, and four QUT You units.
• Students must complete 60 days (equivalent to 450 hours) of approved work experience in the engineering environment as part of their work-integrated learning.

Career Outcomes

• Graduates of this course will be eligible for professional accreditation from Engineers Australia.
• Possible careers for graduates include aerospace avionics engineer, automotive engineer, consulting engineer, energy engineer, manufacturing engineer, marine engineer, mechanical engineer, mining engineer, quality engineer, and robotics engineer.

Fees

• The 2026 fee for domestic students is $8,400 per year full-time (96 credit points).
• The 2026 fee for international students is $48,600 per year full-time (96 credit points).

Scholarships

• QUT offers various scholarships to help students with study and living costs, including the QUT Excellence Scholarship (Academic), Women in Engineering Scholarship, and Equity scholarships scheme.

Research Areas

• QUT has a strong research focus, with research areas including architecture and built environment, business and law, creative industries, education and social justice, engineering, health, science, and more.
• The university is involved in various research partnerships and initiatives, including the Plant Genomics research partnership and the Australian Centre for Health Law Research.

Why Choose QUT

• QUT is a leading Australian university with a strong reputation for providing high-quality education and research opportunities.
• The university's focus on real-world learning and industry partnerships provides students with practical skills and experience, making them job-ready upon graduation.
• QUT's research strengths include sustainability, Indigenous research, and research initiatives that address real-world challenges.