Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Science (BE(Hons)/BSc)
Information valid for students commencing 2015
Duration
5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2015
Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2015)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
80
Program code
2347
Faculties
Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology
Science Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Course lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Science:
Component Degrees
Component Degrees that make up the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Science:
Dual Degree Planner
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B and either Chemistry or Physics. Both Chemistry and Physics are recommended.
Additional application information
Industry work experience: All engineering students are required to complete 60 days engineering professional practice prior to graduation; and
First Aid Certificate: Students are required to obtain a valid Senior First Aid Certificate
AQF level
Refer to your component degrees for AQF level.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) course list and the Bachelor of Science course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
How to applyEnquiries for Australian students
BE (Hons): Manager, Academic Administration, EAIT Faculty; BSc: Faculty of Science
Email: enquiries@eait.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 4777
Duration
5 Years full-time
Commencing 2015
Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2015)
Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2015)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
80
Program code
2347
Faculties
Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology
Science Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Course lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Science:
Component Degrees
Component Degrees that make up the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Science:
Dual Degree Planner
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B and either Chemistry or Physics. Both Chemistry and Physics are recommended. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 080730C
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
Refer to your component degrees for AQF level.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) course list and the Bachelor of Science course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Science?
Refer to Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) and/or Bachelor of Science entries for information.
Note: Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science prior to 2015 may refer to course and program information for previous years here.
Bachelor of Engineering course list (pre-2015)
Bachelor of Science course list (pre-2015)
What you can study
Course Lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Science :
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Bachelor of Science
- Archaeological Science Major
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Major
- Biomedical Science Major
- Chemistry Major
- Computer Science Major
- Ecology Major
- Food Science Major
- Genetics Major
- Geographical Sciences Major
- Geological Sciences Major
- Marine Science Major
- Mathematics Major
- Microbiology Major
- Physics Major
- Plant Science Major
- Statistics Major
- Zoology Major
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
- Chemical Engineering / Extended Major
- Chemical and Biological Engineering Dual Major
- Chemical and Environmental Engineering Dual Major
- Chemical and Materials Engineering Dual Major
- Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering Dual Major
- Civil Engineering / Extended Major
- Civil and Environmental Engineering Dual Major
- Civil and Geotechnical Engineering Dual Major
- Electrical Engineering / Extended Major
- Electrical and Biomedical Engineering Dual Major
- Electrical and Computer Engineering Dual Major
- Mechanical Engineering / Extended Major
- Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Dual Major
- Mechanical and Materials Engineering Dual Major
- Mechatronic Engineering Extended Major
- Mining Engineering / Extended Major
- Mining and Geotechnical Engineering Dual Major
- Software Engineering / Extended Major
Placement courses
Completion of 60 days of Engineering Professional Practice to satisfy the requirements of Engineers Australia
Honours
Honours will be awarded to all graduates of this program.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B and either Chemistry or Physics. Both Chemistry and Physics are recommended.
Additional application information
Industry work experience: All engineering students are required to complete 60 days engineering professional practice prior to graduation; and
First Aid Certificate: Students are required to obtain a valid Senior First Aid Certificate
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B and either Chemistry or Physics. Both Chemistry and Physics are recommended.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 080730C
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) course list and the Bachelor of Science course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) course list and the Bachelor of Science course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Safety boots (AS2210) (up to $140)
- Hard hat (AS1801) ($15)
- Safety induction program ($40 with group, or $80 individual)
- Students who undertake vacation work, fieldwork or work experience will be required to fund their own travel and living expenses.
What you can do with a Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Science
Careers
Refer to the Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) and the Bachelor of Science for information regarding employment opportunities.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Australian Computer Society
- Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
- Engineers Australia
- Institution of Chemical Engineers
Program rules for the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Science
To complete the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Science
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Science, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #80 comprising
- #62 from the BE (Hons)List; and
- #18 from Part B of the BSc list, including #12 for late year courses and the requirements for a major.
A mandatory requirement of the Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) program is:
- Completion of 60 days of Engineering Professional Practice to satisfy the requirements of Engineers Australia.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
