Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Business

The Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Business at the University of Newcastle is a five-year double degree designed to equip students with a robust foundation in engineering principles alongside key business skills. Delivered at a public institution in Newcastle, this programme is structured as a combination of units from both the engineering and business disciplines, leading to a qualification with honours status per the AQF, which recognises an additional focus on advanced study and research.

Across ten semesters, students complete a series of core and elective units, each carrying designated credit points that contribute to the degree's total requirements. The engineering component covers electrical circuits, electronic devices, communications, control systems, power engineering, and automation, supported by hands-on laboratory work. The business component involves fundamental topics such as management, marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship, enabling graduates to bridge technical expertise with commercial insight.

Integral to this double degree is the opportunity for work-integrated learning and professional placement, which are common practice in Australian engineering and business degrees. This connection with industry gives students practical experience and networks with potential employers. An honours research thesis or a capstone design project further develops advanced problem-solving and analytical skills.

Graduates gain quantitative and analytical skills, professional communication, project management, and team leadership abilities, making them adaptable to various roles. This versatile programme suits those seeking to become innovative engineers prepared for technical leadership or entrepreneurial business ventures in Australia’s diverse industries. Prospective students should consult the official page to understand current study requirements and available pathways.

• Electrical Engineer in energy, manufacturing, telecommunications, or infrastructure firms
• Electronics Design Engineer in technology solutions companies
• Project Manager, especially on cross-functional engineering-business projects
• Business Analyst or Consultant for firms in engineering-heavy sectors
• Technical Sales or Business Development roles
• Entrepreneur in tech-based start-ups
• Opportunities in Australian industries such as mining, renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, and finance

Graduates may also be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream and benefit from work rights of 48 hours per fortnight while studying.