Swinburne Bachelor of Engineering (Hons)/Business

Bachelor Honours Degree Electrical & Electronic Engineering Full Time

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

at Swinburne University of Technology · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

081126D

CRICOS provider code

00111D

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$152,700 total

Per year

A$30,540/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) (Honours)/ Bachelor of Business at Swinburne University of Technology is a comprehensive double degree designed to equip students with in-demand technical and commercial skills. Based in Melbourne, this five-year programme allows students to develop expertise in electrical and electronic systems, including communications, power, electronics, and control, and concurrently acquire solid foundations in business areas such as management, finance, marketing, and strategy.

Structured across ten semesters, students complete a series of core and elective units of study, with each unit carrying a specified credit point value toward the degree. This integrated structure ensures a blend of engineering rigour and business acumen, preparing graduates to solve technical challenges while navigating commercial realities and leadership roles. The honours component involves undertaking an advanced research thesis or capstone project in the final year, encouraging depth in a specialised area of electrical and electronic engineering.

Professional experience is highly valued in both industries, and Swinburne’s work-integrated learning allows students to participate in internships, industry-linked projects, or placements. Skills gained range from circuit design, microprocessor programming, and systems analysis, to critical thinking, project management, and entrepreneurship. The double degree suits those interested in pursuing technically complex careers with leadership potential, or those wishing to drive innovation in business environments. Entry requires English proficiency (details on the official course page), and international students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study, and may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) upon completion.

Confirm unit choices, credit requirements, and specific work or research opportunities on the official university website.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Electrical and Electronic Engineer in utilities, telecommunications, or defence industries
Business Development Manager for engineering or technology firms
Project Manager for major infrastructure or innovation projects
Management Consultant in energy, manufacturing, or technology sectors
Product or Operations Manager in electronics or high-tech enterprises
Entrepreneur or start-up founder in the Australian technology ecosystem

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) (Honours)/ Bachelor of Business at Swinburne University of Technology?

It typically takes 5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$152,700 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Electrical and Electronic Engineer in utilities, telecommunications, or defence industriesBusiness Development Manager for engineering or technology firmsProject Manager for major infrastructure or innovation projectsManagement Consultant in energy, manufacturing, or technology s...

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