Bachelor Honours Degree Electrical & Electronic Engineering Full Time

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

at University of Canberra · Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

CRICOS course code

099434M

CRICOS provider code

00212K

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

4 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$172,000 total

Per year

A$43,000/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering at the University of Canberra gives students a strong grasp of both established and developing technologies in the field. Over four years of full-time study, this honours degree is structured around units of study that combine theory with practical project work. Students can expect to earn credit points for each successfully completed unit, with years three and four featuring a major design project or honours thesis that draws together learning and skills from across the degree.

Classes cover electronics, digital systems, power engineering, telecommunications and signal processing. From first year, students get hands-on experience in campus labs and may have options for industry placements, working alongside professionals on real problems in the Canberra region and broader Australian industry. Many units involve collaborative project work, reflecting how engineering is practised outside the classroom.

Graduates develop technical abilities in circuit design, programming, power systems, and embedded systems. Alongside this, they hone professional skills in teamwork, communication, and project management. This course suits analytical thinkers with an interest in how electronic and power systems drive modern society, and who are keen on practical problem-solving. It is suitable for anyone looking to start a career as a professional engineer and may offer a pathway to accreditation with Engineers Australia—students should confirm the current status directly with the University of Canberra.

International students meeting the English requirements can take advantage of work rights (48 hours per fortnight during semester) and may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-graduation. Entry requirements and course details should always be confirmed on the official University of Canberra 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 Engineer in power utilities or infrastructure organisations
Electronics Design Engineer for manufacturing or defence sectors
Telecommunications Engineer with major Australian network providers
Control Systems Engineer in automation or process industries
Graduate Engineer roles in consulting firms, government or research institutions

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at University of Canberra?

It typically takes 4 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$172,000 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Electrical Engineer in power utilities or infrastructure organisationsElectronics Design Engineer for manufacturing or defence sectorsTelecommunications Engineer with major Australian network providersControl Systems Engineer in automation or process industriesGraduate Engineer r...

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