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'The highlight of my QUT experience has been a six-month internship at BMW, one of QUT's partnered companies. Working in assembly production at the Mini Cooper plant in Oxford, England gave me invaluable hands-on experience with the manufacturing side of engineering. Applying my knowledge in a real-world setting and seeing my projects come to life was incredibly rewarding.'
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronics)
BMW internship experience
'I was really surprised by the opportunity to make a tangible impact during my internship with BMW in Germany and VDL Nedcar in the Netherlands. I worked on optimising the production lines in the paint shop, diving deep into the various processes. Each day brought new challenges, which made the work exciting and allowed me to build relationships across different areas of the business. My efforts, along with those of a colleague, led to 14 improvements in areas like quality, efficiency, and safety.'
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronics)
Be a future engineer
'I learnt a lot working alongside manufacturers on the workshop floor, helping them use robotic and advanced technology to support their work. More opportunities will arise in the robotics and mechatronics engineering disciplines, including ones that we can’t even predict, which I think is incredibly exciting.'
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronics)
Club connections
'The highlight of my study experience has been getting to be involved with the QUT Robotics Club. It's been an incredible support system and has enabled me to learn from amazing people and practically apply the skills that I'm taught in my units.'
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronics) (Medical)
Design and build robots
'I really enjoyed the mechatronics projects where we designed and built robotic systems such as a line follower robot, a soccer player robot, and an educational robot to make robotics more accessible to high school students. It was very rewarding to demonstrate the capabilities of our robots based on our team efforts throughout a semester.'
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronics)
Real-world learning
'The practical aspects of the mechatronics major allowed me to push my problem solving and critical thinking skills, which have become invaluable to me in my work at the QUT Centre for Robotics, where I get to play with the latest robotic systems, sensors and computing hardware. These skills allow me to quickly determine the root cause of why a robot or system is not working correctly and find a solution.'
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronics)
Be a future engineer
'I learnt a lot working alongside manufacturers on the workshop floor, helping them use robotic and advanced technology to support their work. More opportunities will arise in the robotics and mechatronics engineering disciplines, including ones that we can’t even predict, which I think is incredibly exciting.'
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronics)
Design and build robots
'I really enjoyed the mechatronics projects where we designed and built robotic systems such as a line follower robot, a soccer player robot, and an educational robot to make robotics more accessible to high school students. It was very rewarding to demonstrate the capabilities of our robots based on our team efforts throughout a semester.'
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronics)
Real-world projects
'The highlight of my QUT experience has been a six-month internship at BMW, one of QUT's partnered companies. Working in assembly production at the Mini Cooper plant in Oxford, England gave me invaluable hands-on experience with the manufacturing side of engineering. Applying my knowledge in a real-world setting and seeing my projects come to life was incredibly rewarding.'
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronics)
Club connections
'The highlight of my study experience has been getting to be involved with the QUT Robotics Club. It's been an incredible support system and has enabled me to learn from amazing people and practically apply the skills that I'm taught in my units.'
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronics) (Medical)
Real-world learning
'The practical aspects of the mechatronics major allowed me to push my problem solving and critical thinking skills, which have become invaluable to me in my work at the QUT Centre for Robotics, where I get to play with the latest robotic systems, sensors and computing hardware. These skills allow me to quickly determine the root cause of why a robot or system is not working correctly and find a solution.'
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronics)
BMW internship experience
'I was really surprised by the opportunity to make a tangible impact during my internship with BMW in Germany and VDL Nedcar in the Netherlands. I worked on optimising the production lines in the paint shop, diving deep into the various processes. Each day brought new challenges, which made the work exciting and allowed me to build relationships across different areas of the business. My efforts, along with those of a colleague, led to 14 improvements in areas like quality, efficiency, and safety.'
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronics)
Highlights
- Develop in-demand skills in high-tech fields like automated systems and artificial intelligence at Australia’s top research institution in robotics engineering*.
- Combine mechanical and electrical engineering with computing to design smarter systems and machines that improve everyday life.
- Get hands-on experience using the latest robotics technologies with Australia’s leading robotics researchers, including Professor Michael Milford.
- Benefit from QUT’s close links with local and international industry and get involved in exciting projects such as QUT Motorsport.
- Develop your skills in our advanced engineering labs, where you’ll have the freedom to pursue your own projects, guided by our expert technical team.
- Graduate with a highly regarded Honours qualification that will allow you to work across diverse industries both in Australia and overseas.
- Choose a second major or a double degree and expand your employment opportunities.
Highlights
- Develop in-demand skills in high-tech fields like automated systems and artificial intelligence at Australia’s top research institution in robotics engineering*.
- Combine mechanical and electrical engineering with computing to design smarter systems and machines that improve everyday life.
- Get hands-on experience using the latest robotics technologies with Australia’s leading robotics researchers, including Professor Michael Milford.
- Benefit from QUT’s close links with local and international industry and get involved in exciting projects such as QUT Motorsport.
- Develop your skills in our advanced engineering labs, where you’ll have the freedom to pursue your own projects, guided by our expert technical team.
- Graduate with a highly regarded Honours qualification that is recognised across diverse industries both in Australia and overseas.
- Choose a second major or a double degree and expand your employment opportunities.
Why choose this course?
Develop the smart systems and machines of our future with a mechatronics engineering degree from QUT.
We’re Australia’s top research institution in robotics*, and the number one choice for people who want to design the technologies of our future.
As a hybrid discipline combining mechanical and electrical engineering with computing, this major will give you a diverse skill set that will see you play a vital role across a range of industries.
From robots that make everyday life easier, to automated systems that free up workers’ time, you’ll apply your creativity and technical expertise to design smarter systems and machines that will change the way we live, work and play.
You’ll develop your skills in our advanced engineering labs, where you’ll have the freedom to pursue your own projects, guided by our expert technical team.
Through our strong industry connections, you’ll have exclusive access to work with some of Queensland’s biggest companies, and get involved in exciting projects led by Australia’s leading robotics researchers.
You can also get involved in the many student clubs and societies on offer, including QUT Motorsport – our student-run motorsport team that designs, builds and markets a single seat electric race car for the Formula SAE-A competition.
You’ll graduate with a highly regarded Honours qualification that will allow you to work as an in-demand engineer across a range of industries and is recognised both in Australia and overseas.
Choose a second major or a double degree and pursue your interests while maximising your career opportunities.
Why choose this course?
Develop the smart systems and machines of our future with a mechatronics engineering degree from QUT.
We’re Australia’s top research institution in robotics*, and the number one choice for people who want to design the technologies of our future.
As a hybrid discipline combining mechanical and electrical engineering with computing, this major will give you a diverse skill set that will see you play a vital role across a range of industries.
From robots that make everyday life easier, to automated systems that free up workers’ time, you’ll apply your creativity and technical expertise to design smarter systems and machines that will change the way we live, work and play.
You’ll develop your skills in our advanced engineering labs, where you’ll have the freedom to pursue your own projects, guided by our expert technical team.
Through our strong industry connections, you’ll have exclusive access to work with some of Queensland’s biggest companies, and get involved in exciting projects led by Australia’s leading robotics researchers.
You can also get involved in the many student clubs and societies on offer, including QUT Motorsport – our student-run motorsport team that designs, builds and markets a single seat electric race car for the Formula SAE-A competition.
You’ll graduate with a highly regarded Honours qualification that will see you work as an in-demand engineer across a range of industries both in Australia and overseas.
Choose a second major or a double degree and pursue your interests while maximising your career opportunities.
Explore this course
Mechatronics engineering is the design and maintenance of machinery with electronic and computer control systems, such as aircraft and power generators, to work in the high-tech fields of automated systems and robotics. Engineers who can manage the disciplines of mechanical, electrical and computer engineering simultaneously are becoming essential across all industrial sectors: manufacturing and process industries, primary production and mining, and the service and health industries. If you are interested in technical and engineering work, mechanical equipment such as robotics, physics and mathematics, a career in mechatronics could be for you.
Explore your options
Your engineering degree features common units in the first year that combine broad foundation principles with a wide range of major choices, giving you flexibility and options before you choose your career specialisation.
Work Integrated Learning
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) is embedded in the curriculum and it is a core component for all engineering students. WIL allows you to graduate with a portfolio of professional skills that provides evidence of your professional competencies.
You are required to complete 60 days (equivalent to 450 hours) of approved work experience in the engineering environment as part of your work integrated learning.
* The Australian Research Magazine, 2023
Careers and outcomes
Engineers with expertise across mechanical, electrical and computer engineering are in-demand across all industries – from mining and manufacturing, to the service and health industries.
With a Mechatronics Engineering degree from QUT, you can work as a consultant, project manager, designer, or instrumentation or maintenance engineer across diverse industries, including for car and aerospace manufacturers, food processing companies, or in communication and software development.
Professional recognition
All graduates are eligible for an Engineers Australia (EA) membership. EA is a signatory to the Washington Accord, which permits graduates to work in various countries across the world. This course is recognised internationally in the engineering profession, giving QUT graduates more career opportunities overseas.
Possible careers
- Electrical engineer
- Electrical and computer engineer
- Medical engineer
Engineering (Honours)
Your QUT Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree consists of 32 units (384 credit points) arranged as follows:
(a) Core units (96 credit points) consisting of:
60 credit points of First Year units:
- Three core engineering units (36 credit points)
- An introductory unit in engineering mathematics (12 credit points), chosen from a list of two units depending on the student's mathematical preparedness
- Engineering Mathematics and Statistics (12 credit points)
And 36 credit points of Honours units:
- Research Methods (12 credit points)
- Project (24 credit points)
(b) A Major (216 credit points) consisting of:
- Eleven bachelor-level major units in the major (132 credit points)
- Five advanced Honours-level units in the major (60 credit points)
- Two Discipline Extension Units (24 credit points)
(c) Complementary Studies (48 credit points) consisting of:
- An Engineering Minor (a 4-unit sets of 48 credit points) from the options for your chosen Major
(d) Four QUT You units (24 credit points) of your choice.
Engineering (Honours)
Your QUT Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree consists of 32 units (384 credit points) arranged as follows:
(a) Core units (96 credit points) consisting of:
60 credit points of First Year units:
- Three core engineering units (36 credit points)
- An introductory unit in engineering mathematics (12 credit points), chosen from a list of two units depending on the student's mathematical preparedness
- Engineering Mathematics and Statistics (12 credit points)
And 36 credit points of Honours units:
- Research Methods (12 credit points)
- Project (24 credit points)
(b) A Major (216 credit points) consisting of:
- Eleven bachelor-level major units in the major (132 credit points)
- Five advanced Honours-level units in the major (60 credit points)
- Two Discipline Extension Units (24 credit points)
(c) Complementary Studies (48 credit points) consisting of:
- An Engineering Minor (a 4-unit sets of 48 credit points) from the options for your chosen Major
(d) Four QUT You units (24 credit points) of your choice.
- ATAR/selection rank threshold
- 80.00
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2024.
Don't have a ATAR/selection rank?
- Course code
- EN01
- QTAC code
- 412502
- CRICOS code
- 084921G
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- Gardens Point
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- Gardens Point
- 4 years full-time
- 8 years part-time
- 4 years full-time
- February and July
- February and July
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)
- Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
Year 12 early offer scheme
If you're a current Queensland Year 12 student, you may be eligible to receive an offer for this course on the last day of Queensland Year 12, before receiving your ATAR or selection rank.
Helping you to get into your course
If you dont think your ATAR or selection rank is high enough to get into this course, you can guarantee your entry with guaranteed advanced standing by upgrading through one the following programs which you can select as one of your QTAC preferences:
QUT College Diploma in Engineering
QUT College Diploma in Engineering graduates will automatically receive an offer to start the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) within three weeks after completion of the diploma. You will also automatically receive 1 year (96 credit points) credit transfer and be able to complete the degree in 3 years as a full-time student.
Find out more about the QUT College Diploma in Engineering
Dual TAFE-Qld Brisbane/QUT award
If you enrol in a QTAC offer in the following dual TAFE-Qld Brisbane/QUT award you will automatically receive a QUT conditional offer in June (semester 1 QTAC offer) or October (semester 2 QTAC offer) after your enrolment at TAFE-Qld Brisbane is confirmed.
Upon completion of the TAFE-Qld courses you will be able to enrol at QUT. You will also automatically receive 1 year (96 credit points) credit transfer and be able to complete the degree in 3 years as a full-time student if you complete the advanced diploma
More details will be provided in your QUT conditional offer letter.
Offer guarantee
If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 82.00 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 diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Advanced standing
If you have prior studies or work experience, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit). You can apply for advanced standing once you've been accepted to QUT. If you're in your first semester of study, you must apply for advanced standing within 10 days of receiving your offer.
Deferment
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
More about deferring your offer
Adjustments to your ATAR/selection rank
Any adjustments you receive to your ATAR or selection rank will be applied to this course.
Find out if you’re eligible for an adjustment to your ATAR or selection rank
Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2024
The figures listed in the tables below reflect the offers that were made to recent ATAR students. The entry thresholds box at the top of this page shows the lowest adjusted ATAR/selection rank required to receive an offer for all applicants for the most recent January QTAC offer round.
| Excluding adjustments | Including adjustments | |
|---|---|---|
| Highest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
99.55
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Selection rank
99.95
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| Median ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
83.65
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Selection rank
88.00
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| Lowest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
71.50
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Selection rank
80.00
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You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.
Other admission options
If you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, you may be eligible for admission through our Centralised Assessment Selection Process (CASP).
I completed my studies outside of Australia
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide to the grades you need to apply for this course.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
Assumed knowledge
- Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
You must have achieved this study at a level comparable to Australian Year 12 or in recognised post-secondary studies.
I completed secondary school in Australia
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course we assume you have sound knowledge in these areas:
- Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
- ATAR/selection rank
- 80.00
Offer guarantee
If you completed secondary school in Australia and achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 82.00 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 diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic / IELTS One Skills Retake | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
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Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
| PTE Academic | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| TOEFL iBT / Paper | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
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.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: CSP $8,200 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2025 fees
2025: $45,500 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: CSP $8,100 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $42,400 per year full-time (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.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
QUT Excellence Scholarship (Academic)
QUT's premier offering for students with outstanding academic achievement.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
Women in Engineering Scholarship
A scholarship for future female undergraduate students who want to study engineering.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Women
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QUT's premier offering for students with outstanding sporting achievement.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Sporting excellence
QUT Budding Entrepreneur Scholarship
A scholarship for innovative individuals who are engaged in their passion for entrepreneurial action.
- Scholarship eligibility
QUT Real World International Scholarship
A scholarship to cover tuition fees, with eligibility based on your prior academic achievements.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
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