Bachelor of Engineering with the degree of Bachelor of Science
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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 Science and gain greater scientific insight in a particular area for your future career.
In this program you'll choose from six engineering majors:
- Computer
- Electronic
- Mechatronic
- Software
- Telecommunications
- Wireless
You'll complement your engineering studies with your choice of science major. There are over 20 majors available to choose from in the Bachelor of Science.
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
300758
Suitable for
If you are interested in electronic engineering, design, problem solving and want to broaden the scope of your technical studies in a specific area of science.
HECS Course fee
AUD $6,260.00 p.a.
Student amenities fee
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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 this 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 Science designated units | 39 |
| Completion of a Qualifying Major for the Bachelor of Engineering | |
| Completion of a Qualifying Major for the Bachelor of Science | |
| Completion of a designated People unit | |
| Completion of a designated Planet unit | |
| 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
| 100 level | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | COMP115 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 | ||
| Required | COMP125 | Fundamentals of Computer Science | 3 | ||
| Required | ELEC141 | Digital Fundamentals | 3 | ||
| Required | ELEC170 | Introduction to Electronic Systems | 3 | ||
| Required | either | MATH135 | Mathematics IA | ||
| or | MATH132 | Mathematics IA (Advanced) | 3 | ||
| Required | either | MATH136 | Mathematics IB | ||
| or | MATH133 | Mathematics IB (Advanced) | 3 | ||
| Required | PHYS140 | Physics IA | 3 | ||
| Required | PHYS143 | Physics IB | 3 | ||
| 200 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | ELEC270 | Linear Circuits and Devices | 3 | ||
| Required | ENGG200 | Introduction to Professional Engineering | 3 | ||
| Required | MATH235 | Mathematics IIA | 3 | ||
| 300 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | ENGG300 | Engineering Project Practices | 3 | ||
| Required | ISYS360 | Technology Management | 3 | ||
| 400 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | ENGG460 | Engineering Principles and Practice | 3 | ||
| Required | ENGG400 | P | Industry Experience | 0 | |
| Required | either | ENGG410 | Engineering Major Project | ||
| or | ENGG411 | Engineering Research Thesis | 12 | ||
| Required | ENGG450 | Systems Design and Engineering | 3 | ||
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
Students undertaking this course can choose from the following Bachelor of Science majors:
- Applied Econometrics
- Astronomy and Astrophysics
- Biology
- Biomolecular Sciences
- Brain, Behaviour and Evolution
- Business Information Systems
- Chemistry
- Climate Science
- Decision Science
- Development Studies and Culture Change
- Electronics
- Environmental Earth Science
- Environmental Geology
- Environmental Management
- Geography
- Geology
- Geophysics
- Human Geography
- Mathematics
- Palaeobiology
- Photonics
- Physics
- Psychological Science
- Software Technology
- Spatial Information Science
- Statistics
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 engineering research and development, design and manufacturing, project and technology management.
Employers
Employers include telecommunications companies, technology and manufacturing companies, public sector, IT companies, government and university research laboratories.
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