Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Aerospace Systems Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering (Honours) is a combined degree that offers students the opportunity to work at the intersection of aerospace and robotics. Aerospace systems engineers ensure the safe and efficient operation of aerospace systems, designing and maintaining devices for the aeronautical and defence industries. Mechatronics engineering involves the synergy of electrical, computer, and mechanical technologies to solve problems in various fields, including defence, advanced manufacturing, mining, and health.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program can pursue diverse and exciting career opportunities, including:

• Aerospace engineer
• Aerospace systems engineer
• Satellite engineer
• Systems engineer
• Industrial automation engineer
• Robotics designer
• Smart infrastructure designer
• Avionics engineer
• Data communications engineer

Program Details

• UAC Code: Newcastle
• Program Code: 40347
• Selection Rank: 77.00
• Duration: 5 years (full-time), up to 12 years (part-time)
• Next Start Date: 17 August 2026
• CRICOS Code: Available in the program handbook
• Indicative Fee: Information available in the program handbook

Course Overview

The program covers critical engineering and mechatronic skills in areas such as:

• Mathematics
• Fluid dynamics
• Mechanics
• Computer-aided engineering
• Control systems
• Mechatronic systems
• Robotics

Core Courses

Students must complete the following core courses:

• AERO2000: Aircraft Performance and Operations
• AERO3000: Flight Dynamics
• AERO3400: Aerospace Propulsion Systems
• AERO3600: Embedded Control Systems
• AERO4100: Aircraft Systems and Avionics
• AERO4300: Airframe Systems
• AERO4500: Aerospace System Design
• AERO4600: Automatic Flight Control Systems
• CIVL1100: Fundamentals of Engineering Mechanics
• ELEC1310: Introduction to Electrical Engineering
• ELEC1710: Digital and Computer Electronics 1
• ELEC2320: Electrical and Electronic Circuits
• ELEC2430: Circuits and Signals
• ENGG1003: Introduction to Engineering Programming with Python
• ENGG1500: Introduction to Professional Engineering
• ENGG2100: Engineering Risk and Uncertainty
• ENGG2300: Engineering Fluid Mechanics
• ENGG2440: Modelling and Control
• ENGG2500: Sustainable Engineering Practice
• ENGG3000: Engineering Work Integrated Learning
• ENGG3300: Machine Learning for Engineers
• ENGG3500: Managing Engineering Projects
• ENGG4440: Nonlinear Control and Estimation
• ENGG4801A: Engineering Final Year Project A
• ENGG4801B: Engineering Final Year Project B
• MATH1110: Mathematics for Engineering, Science and Technology 1
• MATH1120: Mathematics for Engineering, Science and Technology 2
• MATH2310: Calculus of Science and Engineering
• MCHA3400: Embedded Systems Engineering
• MCHA3500: Mechatronics Design 1
• MCHA4100: Mechatronics Systems
• MCHA4400: Vision-based Navigation
• MECH1110: Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Design
• MECH1750: Engineering Materials 1
• MECH2110: Mechanical Engineering Design 1
• MECH2360: Dynamics of Machines
• MECH2430: Mechanics of Solids 1

Electives

Students must complete 20 units of electives to fulfill the program requirements. Electives can be used to extend and complement core studies with more courses in the same field or from areas of interest.

Accreditation

This program is accredited by Engineers Australia. Graduates are eligible to join as graduate members upon completion and as student members during their studies.

English Proficiency Requirements

• IELTS overall minimum: 6.0
• IELTS section minimum: 6.0

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