Diploma in Engineering/Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Start strong with the Diploma of Engineering, and then advance straight into the second year of your Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in one of our nine future-focused majors.
'Going into my final year, the Faculty of Engineering advertised an internship with an electronics design house which was exactly the industry experience I was looking for. On my first day of work, I was able to attend a presentation held by Microchip Technology at QUT where I could learn from and engage with industry professionals dealing with microcontrollers. In collaboration with QUT, my company has organised an industry capstone project for me to complete in my final year.'
Kai Petie Diploma of Engineering/Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical)
Your pathway to engineering
'Being able to start with the diploma helped tremendously with boosting my confidence. Being part of this community has not only connected me with like-minded peers but has also opened doors to invaluable opportunities in the aerospace industry. The support, experiences, and professional growth I've gained have had a huge impact on my journey - I truly don’t know where I'd be without them.'
Tekkiya Larkins Diploma of Engineering/Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Aerospace)
Foundational skills
'It had been a few years since leaving school, and I wanted a course that offered an easier transition back to studying. Everything in the Diploma of Engineering is transferable to the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), which saves time later. I really enjoyed the small classes, and the tutors were very easy to reach, while group assignments allowed closer working with my peers. This personal learning experience gave me a great foundation for the Bachelor of Engineering course.'
Declan Beattie Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronics)
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'Going into my final year, the Faculty of Engineering advertised an internship with an electronics design house which was exactly the industry experience I was looking for. On my first day of work, I was able to attend a presentation held by Microchip Technology at QUT where I could learn from and engage with industry professionals dealing with microcontrollers. In collaboration with QUT, my company has organised an industry capstone project for me to complete in my final year.'
Kai Petie Diploma of Engineering/Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical)
Your pathway to engineering
'Being able to start with the diploma helped tremendously with boosting my confidence. Being part of this community has not only connected me with like-minded peers but has also opened doors to invaluable opportunities in the aerospace industry. The support, experiences, and professional growth I've gained have had a huge impact on my journey - I truly don’t know where I'd be without them.'
Tekkiya Larkins Diploma of Engineering/Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Aerospace)
Foundational skills
'It had been a few years since leaving school, and I wanted a course that offered an easier transition back to studying. Everything in the Diploma of Engineering is transferable to the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), which saves time later. I really enjoyed the small classes, and the tutors were very easy to reach, while group assignments allowed closer working with my peers. This personal learning experience gave me a great foundation for the Bachelor of Engineering course.'
Declan Beattie Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronics)
Industry–ready courses
'Going into my final year, the Faculty of Engineering advertised an internship with an electronics design house which was exactly the industry experience I was looking for. On my first day of work, I was able to attend a presentation held by Microchip Technology at QUT where I could learn from and engage with industry professionals dealing with microcontrollers. In collaboration with QUT, my company has organised an industry capstone project for me to complete in my final year.'
Kai Petie Diploma of Engineering/Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical)
Your pathway to engineering
'Being able to start with the diploma helped tremendously with boosting my confidence. Being part of this community has not only connected me with like-minded peers but has also opened doors to invaluable opportunities in the aerospace industry. The support, experiences, and professional growth I've gained have had a huge impact on my journey - I truly don’t know where I'd be without them.'
Tekkiya Larkins Diploma of Engineering/Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Aerospace)
Foundational skills
'It had been a few years since leaving school, and I wanted a course that offered an easier transition back to studying. Everything in the Diploma of Engineering is transferable to the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), which saves time later. I really enjoyed the small classes, and the tutors were very easy to reach, while group assignments allowed closer working with my peers. This personal learning experience gave me a great foundation for the Bachelor of Engineering course.'
Declan Beattie Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronics)
Build essential mathematics and physics skillswith our expert teaching staff who will provide all the support and tools you need to succeed.
QUT offers you the unique opportunity to learn from industry leaders, including Australia’s foremost researchers in robotics (The Australian Research Magazine, 2025).
Secure exciting work placements with top companies like BMW, Origin Energy, Rio Tinto, and Boeing, and showcase your projects to industry leaders.
With a globally recognised Honours qualification accredited by Engineers Australia, QUT engineering graduates are in high demand in Australia and overseas.
Build essential mathematics and physics skillswith our expert teaching staff who will provide all the support and tools you need to succeed.
QUT offers you the unique opportunity to learn from industry leaders, including Australia’s foremost researchers in robotics (The Australian Research Magazine, 2025).
Secure exciting work placements with top companies like BMW, Origin Energy, Rio Tinto, and Boeing, and showcase your projects to industry leaders.
With a globally recognised Honours qualification accredited by Engineers Australia, QUT engineering graduates are in high demand in Australia and overseas.
Why choose this course?
The Diploma in Engineering/Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is designed to give you a solid foundation in engineering concepts, knowledge, and technical skills. It also emphasises building the academic skills you’ll need for university success, setting you up for a great start in your studies.With our Diploma in Engineering pathway, you can make a smooth transition to university, earning full credit for your diploma studies without any time lost.
In the Diploma you'llbenefit from extra contact hours with experienced QUT educators in a supportive, close-knit environment, making your learning experience both personalized and engaging.
At QUT College, you’ll be part of a friendly and supportive learning community, dedicated to helping you thrive.
You must complete 96 credit points to meet the course requirements. Once you have successfully completed the diploma, you will be automatically offered a place in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). Your diploma units will be credited into your degree.
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course, we assume you have sound knowledge of the subject/s listed below. If you don't have the subject knowledge, you can still apply for the course but we strongly encourage you to undertake bridging studies to gain the knowledge:
English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
General Mathematics, or Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 70.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
VET guarantee
If you have completed an AQF certificate IV, diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Deferment
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
If you completed secondary school in Australia and achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 70.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
VET guarantee
If you have completed an AQF certificate IV, diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
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