Bachelor Of Engineering (Honours) - Electrical Engineering

The University of Queensland

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4 Years

Course duration

6/30/2025

Start Date

US$35429

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Are you passionate about renewable energy? Do you want to discover new ways to generate power? Are you interested in building digital devices that transmit data across the world? Within the electrical engineering specialisation, you will learn to design and manage equipment and investigate embedded systems that contribute to almost every sector of society. These systems include smartphones, electrical power and renewable energy, medical imaging for healthcare, electrical appliances for homes, scientific instruments for laboratories, lasers for high-speed communication and satellite systems for remote sensing. With much of your coursework being hands-on, you'll leave UQ with highly regarded specialist technical skills. This flexible and transportable degree will open opportunities with companies across the globe. Electrical engineers work in exciting roles in major internet, communications and power generation organisations. Many graduates establish their own companies early in their careers or work overseas. Depending on the major you choose, career paths can lead to roles in the telecommunications industry, computer industry, the mining and transport sector, or in power generation and transmission industries. Our electrical, computer, and biomedical engineers have been employed by organisations such as Siemens, Phillips, Cochlear, Medtronic, Johnson & Johnson and ResMed. Career possibilities Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to: Electrical engineer Senior engineer Protection and automation engineer Electrical design engineer Telecommunications engineer Systems test engineer Power generation plant operator

For international students

Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C); Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C); and one of Chemistry or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C). Studying Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C) and both Chemistry and Physics is recommended as students will have increased flexibility in their studies. English language requirements IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19. PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands. BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills. CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands. OET is not accepted.

4 Years - Full time

Fee

A$53,760.00 (US$ 35,429) per yearPlease check with institution

Start Date

6/30/2025

Address

St Lucia Campus, 280-284 Sir Fred Schonell Dr, St Lucia, BRISBANE, Queensland, 4072, BRISBANE, Australia

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The University of Queensland (UQ) is ranked in the top 50 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings 2019) which underlines its international standing as well as the high quality of its staff, researchers and alumni. Encompassing a significant range of internationally rated specialised research fields, the university offers researchers and students the opportunity for cross disciplinary collaboration.
UQ focuses on producing graduates who become leaders and positively impact society. With a UQ degree, students are highly sought-after international graduates and can be confident of paving the way to their future success.
Outside of the classroom, students can access UQ’s career resources, workshops and networking events to gain the competitive edge. UQ’s Student Employability Centre supports students to maximise their time at university and gain experiences that will enhance their employability. The award winning UQ Careers Team helps students plan their career and develop skills, offering workshops on how to find work, write a resume, excel in interviews, and more.
The Good Universities Guide 2019 rated UQ at the highest possible level for staff qualifications, student demand and teaching quality. UQ is also the recipient of the most national teaching awards, more than any other university in Australia.
UQ is one of the biggest institutions in Australia, with nearly 7,000 staff and over 52,000 students. UQ has approximately 18,000 international students from 135 different countries, making it a truly international university.
Support services at the institution include UQ Mates, which is a platform that brings like-minded students with similar interests together via a free social network. Student advisors are provided for international students, meaning that there is always someone to speak to.

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