Bachelor's Degree Engineering Full Time

Bachelor of Engineering Technology

at University of Southern Queensland · Toowoomba, Queensland

CRICOS course code

079333D

CRICOS provider code

00244B

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

3 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$111,240 total

Per year

A$37,080/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Engineering Technology at the University of Southern Queensland in Toowoomba covers practical and theoretical aspects of engineering. Across three years of full-time study, you'll engage in units focusing on core engineering principles like mathematics, materials, mechanics and design, alongside specialisation options such as civil, electrical or mechanical streams. Australian bachelor degrees are structured with a balance between compulsory and elective units of study, accumulating credit points toward graduation.

Students develop skills in problem-solving, technical analysis, project management and communication, essential for engineering workplaces in Australia. The course usually consists of semester-based learning, spread out over several units each term. Typically, Australian engineering technology programs blend classroom learning with practical lab work, and may include work-integrated learning or industry placement, giving you exposure to real-world engineering projects and local employers.

As an undergraduate degree, this is suitable for those interested in hands-on engineering roles or technical pathways, rather than a traditional four-year professional engineering qualification. Upon completion, students often work under the supervision of professional engineers. The university supports students with connections to local industries and employers, boosting your experience in the regional Australian context. If you are an international student, you'll need to meet English proficiency requirements and can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during your studies. The Bachelor of Engineering Technology is listed on CRICOS and is eligible under the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream, though you should confirm details on the official site.

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

Engineering technologist in civil, mechanical or electrical disciplines
Technical officer or engineering associate in local government, utilities or manufacturing
Project coordinator or estimator in construction or infrastructure industries
Field technician or site supervisor in mining, transport or energy sectors
Roles in Australian engineering consultancies and project management firms

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Engineering Technology at University of Southern Queensland?

It typically takes 3 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$111,240 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Engineering technologist in civil, mechanical or electrical disciplinesTechnical officer or engineering associate in local government, utilities or manufacturingProject coordinator or estimator in construction or infrastructure industriesField technician or site supervisor in min...

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