Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Biotechnology (Honours) (BE(Hons)/BBiotech(Hons))
Information valid for students commencing 2018
Duration
5.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2018
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2018)
Semester 2 (23 Jul, 2018)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
88
Program code
2348
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)/Biotechnology (Honours):
- Course list for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
- Course list for the Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours)
Component Degrees
Component Degrees that make up the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Biotechnology (Honours):
Dual Degree Planner
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B, plus one of Chemistry or Physics.
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 Biotechnology (Honours) 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
Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology
Email: enquiries@eait.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 4777
Duration
5.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2018
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2018)
Semester 2 (23 Jul, 2018)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
88
Program code
2348
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)/Biotechnology (Honours):
- Course list for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
- Course list for the Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours)
Component Degrees
Component Degrees that make up the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Biotechnology (Honours):
Dual Degree Planner
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B, plus one of Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 080733M
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; 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 Biotechnology (Honours) 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.
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)/Biotechnology (Honours)?
This dual degree combination provides the practical and theoretical requirements for a professional engineering qualification while introducing students to the commercialisation aspects of the biotechnology industry.
Please note: Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Biotechnology prior to 2015 should refer to course and program information for previous years.
Bachelor of Engineering course list (pre-2015)
Bachelor of Biotechnology course list (pre-2015)
What you can study
Course Lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Biotechnology (Honours) :
- Course list for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
- Course list for the Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours)
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 Biotechnology (Honours)
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Placement courses
Completion of 450 hours of Engineering Professional Practice to satisfy the requirements of Engineers Australia.
Honours
Honours is awarded for each program based on performance in the courses relating to that program.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B, plus one of Chemistry or Physics.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B, plus one of Chemistry or Physics.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 080733M
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; 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.
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 Biotechnology (Honours) 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 Biotechnology (Honours) 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)/Biotechnology (Honours)
Careers
Refer to the Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) and the Bachelor of Biotechnology entries.
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)/Biotechnology (Honours)
To complete the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Biotechnology (Honours)
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Biotechnology (Honours), a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.
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.
