Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

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Duration

4 years full-time, 8 years part-time

Location

Cairns

Next start term

Term 1, 2027

Internship

Yes

Study mode

On Campus, Online

Course code

CC31

CRICOS

083583G

First-year fee

A$44,910 (2026 Indicative)

This course is only available online in 2025 and 2026. Some units will require residential schools.

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Overview

Prepare for a diverse career with possibilities to work as a professional Engineer across various industries, locally, nationally and internationally, with CQUniversity's Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). You will have the choice to major in traditional engineering disciplines and dual major options that will prepare you for emerging specialist fields of engineering, including civil with humanitarian engineering, electrical with information processing, and electrical with data analytics.

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) develops your problem-solving, teamwork and communication skills and incorporates project-based learning so you can graduate work-ready.

The first year of your studies provides a general understanding of engineering, allowing you to experience each different engineering area before you choose a particular path to follow. Later in your studies, you have the flexibility to choose to study Civil, Civil with Humanitarian, Electrical, Electrical with Data Analytics, Electrical with Information Processing, Mechanical, Mechatronic or Resource Systems Engineering.

One of the benefits of studying engineering at CQUniversity is our strong relationships with industry practitioners who offer support through scholarships, guest lectures and work-integrated learning.

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Study Experience

Authentic Learning Experiences
Internships
Industry Relevant
Experienced Teaching Team

“
CQU's top-ranked graduate employability and lower tuition were my choice factors. The unique course structure and supportive teachers facilitate learning, improving my English and offering valuable work experience opportunities. I'm excited about my future as an engineer.
Yueqiang Jia (Victor)
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) | China
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This scholarship means a lot to me. Getting accepted for this scholarship was an acknowledgment for my hard work and dedication. I am using the amount I’m receiving from this scholarship to pay for my expenses, so I can focus more on my studies and achieve better results.
Mohammed Jamali
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) | Pakistan

Career Opportunities

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is your gateway to various engineering roles. Upon completion of the course, you will be qualified to work as a professional Engineer in the Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronic or Resource Engineering fields, depending on your chosen major.

Structure & Availability

The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below.

Intakes

Available Locations

Your Course

Depending on your chosen major, you must complete either 28 or 29 units (192 credits):

1
The core structure (7 units)
2
One major (21 or 22 units)

Unit Details

The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.

Core Units

You will complete nine units from the 11 units listed below. You will only complete one elective from the following units:

Engineering Employment Preparation (ENEP11007)
Engineering Leadership (ENEP12008)
Engineering Business Fundamentals (ENEP12007).

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Civil Major

The Civil Major consists of 19 units, including the first 18 listed below. You will then choose one elective from the following units:

Building Law & Regulations (BLAR11039)
Building Industry Contracts (BLAR12038)
Building Contract Administration (BLAR13035)
Building Life Cycle Maintenance (BLAR13040)
Construction Economics 1 (BLAR13047)
Humanitarian Engineering Project (ENEG13001)
Maintenance Engineering (ENEM13012).

The major provides a comprehensive foundation in the essential infrastructure systems that support and enhance modern society. By integrating engineering principles with mathematics and physics, you will develop expertise in the design, construction, and maintenance of the built environment, including transportation networks, structural systems, and water infrastructure. Emphasising sustainable and ethical practice, this discipline prepares you to address real-world challenges that advance public safety, resilience, and quality of life.

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Additional Information

Internships and Placements

Engineering Practice Experience - ENEP14004

Students are required to complete 480 hours (including a minimum of 240 hours of industry experience) of Engineering Professional Practice prior to graduation. Once the students have completed the professional practice requirements, they must enrol in this unit and provide evidence of how they have attained the professional engineering practice exposure required by Engineers Australia.

Professional Recognition

Professional Practice - Engineers Australia

Resource Systems Major

Professional engineer working in the resources/mining industry.

Professional Practice - Engineers Australia

Civil with Humanitarian Major

Professional engineer working in civil engineering, particularly in the areas of disaster recovery and infrastructure building.

Professional Practice - Engineers Australia

Electrical and Information Processing Major, Civil and Humanitarian Major, Resource Systems Major, Mechatronics Major, Mechanical Major, Electrical Major, Civil Major

The CC31 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) course is fully accredited* by Engineers Australia.

Graduates are recognised as professional engineers and are eligible for Graduate membership with EA.

*The following recently introduced majors have provisional accreditation until there are sufficient graduates for them to be reviewed by EA:

Electrical with Data Analytics
Electrical with Information Processing
Resource Systems
Civil with Humanitarian

Professional Practice - Engineers Australia

Electrical and Data Analytics Major

The CC31 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) course is fully accredited* by Engineers Australia.

Graduates are recognised as professional engineers and are eligible for Graduate membership with EA.

*The following recently introduced majors have provisional accreditation until there are sufficient graduates for them to be reviewed by EA:

Electrical with Data Analytics
Electrical with Information Processing
Resource Systems
Civil with Humanitarian

Residential Schools

All units in this course are offered in online mode. Some units will have compulsory residential schools for online students. These residential schools give students an opportunity to develop and demonstrate practical skills.

Credit Transfer

If you have already completed a study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.

Requirements

To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

During Your Study

While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.

Fees & Scholarships

Intakes

Course Fees

This is an approximate cost of enrolling in this course, shown in Australian dollars (A$), for one academic year and is based on a full-time study load (8 units over 2 terms).

Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units that you select to study and your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change.

International Course Fees

Scholarships

We offer a range of scholarships to support international students. Our merit scholarships are awarded to high-achieving students based on academic excellence and provide course fee reductions ranging from 15% to 25%.

We also have region-specific scholarships for students from selected regions, offering a 25% reduction in course fees.

You don’t need to submit a separate application for scholarships funded by the University. We automatically assess all eligible students for the best available scholarship when you apply for your course.

Browse our scholarships.

Additional costs

In addition to your course fees, you must have sufficient funds to cover other study and living expenses. These may include visa application fees, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), textbooks and learning materials, checks and certifications, living expenses and more.

How to Apply

Our easy to use online application system for international students will guide you through the process of applying for a course at CQUniversity Australia.

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