Bachelor of Engineering with the degree of Bachelor of Commerce
View courses for International students.
Overview
Engineering at Macquarie is a unique electronic engineering program. The main focus is on practical learning based on the use of modern electronics, telecommunications techniques and software technologies to design, construct, manufacture and manage systems and products.
Study Engineering with Commerce and focus on specific commercial aspects of engineering such as: marketing, human resources, international business, economics, commercial law and finance as you gain the skills to work as an engineer.
You'll choose from six engineering majors:
- Computer
- Electronic
- Mechatronic
- Software
- Telecommunications
- Wireless
Combine your engineering studies with a specific area of commerce to prepare yourself for the commercial aspects of engineering.
Key features
- Complete two bachelors degrees with one extra year of study.
- Excellent teaching facilities and laboratories that include sophisticated instrumentation.
Minimum course duration
5 years full-time
Location
North Ryde
UAC Code
300757
Suitable for
If you are interested in electronic engineering, design, problem solving and business opportunities in engineering.
HECS Course fee
Student amenities fee
Information on the Student services and amenities fee
Entry requirements
- HSC Mathematics (Band 4)
- HSC Physics or Chemistry, Engineering Studies, Senior Science, Information Processes and Technology and/or Software Design and Development (recommended).
- Introductory units and bridging courses are available for students without the recommended prior knowledge.
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
What you will study
| General requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points for the degree | 120 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 200 level or above | 75 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 300 level or above | 48 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 400 level or above | 18 |
| Minimum number of credit points from Engineering designated units | 87 |
| Minimum number of credit points from Commerce designated units | 42 |
| Completion of a Qualifying Major for the Bachelor of Engineering | |
| Completion of a Qualifying Major for the Bachelor of Commerce | |
| Completion of a designated People unit from outside the Faculty of Science | |
| Completion of a designated Participation unit | |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Specific requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this double degree
Students undertaking this course can choose from the following Bachelor of Commerce majors:
- Accounting
- Applied Econometrics
- Business Information Systems
- Commercial Law
- Decision Science
- Demographics
- Economics
- Finance
- Human Resources
- International Business
- Marketing
- Public Sector Management
Students undertaking this course can choose from the following Bachelor of Engineering majors:
- Computer Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Mechatronic Engineering
- Software Engineering
- Telecommunications Engineering
- Wireless Engineering
Notes
- Units marked with a P are Participation units.
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities are largely dependent on the majors chosen but can include, design and manufacturing, sales and service of technical equipment, project and technology management.
Employers
Employers include banks and financial institutions, technology and manufacturing companies, telecommunications companies, public sector, and IT companies.


an education in the top two per cent of universities in the world, giving you an international recognised and respected degree