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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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)

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)

Highlights

  • Progress straight into the second year of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) after completing the Diploma in Engineering. 
  • Build essential mathematics and physics skills with 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. 

Highlights

  • Progress straight into the second year of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) after completing the Diploma in Engineering at QUT College.
  • Build essential mathematics and physics skills with 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'll benefit 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. 

 

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What to expect

Once you finish the Diploma of Engineering will be able to progress into EN01 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with 96 credit points.  

Careers and outcomes

Careers and outcomes

Once you have successfully completed the combined diploma degree course, many exciting career opportunities are at your fingertips.  

Possible careers

  • Aerospace avionics engineer
  • Biomechanical engineer
  • Biomedical engineer
  • Chemical engineer
  • Civil engineer
  • Computer systems engineer
  • Electrical and computer engineer
  • Electrical engineer
  • Industrial engineer
  • Mechanical engineer
  • Medical engineer
  • Mining engineer
  • Power engineer
  • Process engineer

Details and units

Diploma in Engineering

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.

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

The Bachelor of Engineering structure consists of 384 credit points with:

  • core units (96 credit points),
  • a primary major (192 credit points); and
  • complementary studies (96 credit points).

Upon completion of the Diploma in Engineering, you will complete the remaining 288 credit points of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). As part of this course, you must choose a major.

Requirements

ATAR/selection rank threshold
60.00

These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2025.

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Course code
EN02
QTAC code
409562
CRICOS code
086329G
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
  • Kelvin Grove
Duration
4 years full-time
7.5 years part-time
Entry
February, July and November
Entry
Deferment

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)

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Offer guarantee

If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 60.00 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 III, 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.

More about deferring your offer

I completed secondary school in Australia

Assumed knowledge
  • General Mathematics, or Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)

More about assumed knowledge

ATAR/selection rank
60.00
Offer guarantee

If you completed secondary school in Australia and achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 60.00 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 III, certificate IV, diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.

Minimum English language requirements

We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.

When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.

Fees

Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.

2026 fees

2026: Fee available from October

2026 fees

2026: Fee available from July

2025 fees

2025: CSP $9,400 per year full-time (96 credit points)

2025 fees

2025: $34,560 per course (96 credit points)

Student services and amenities fees

You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.

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