Edith Cowan University
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Renewable Energy Engineering)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationElectrical and renewable energy engineering is a specialisation within electrical engineering concerning the generation of electrical power from a wide range of sources, and with a special focus on renewable energy sources.
This includes solar, wind, hydro, biomass and geothermal, and the integration of these energy sources into hybrid energy supply and distribution networks. The course provides graduates with strong competencies in the fundamental electrical engineering discipline areas with particular focus on the utilisation, generation, management and design of renewable energy resources.
The program focuses on the development of knowledge and skills relevant to professional engineering practice and along with a sound theoretical base, includes strong elements of practical problem solving, team work and project development. As a result, as well as having multiple technical and transferable skill competencies, graduates will gain strong analytical skills, and have the ability to lead complex projects.
The course provides a sound basis in mechanics, dynamics, mathematics, and the principles of engineering design in the first two years of study, along with a broad basis in engineering science including materials and manufacturing, computer aided design, programming principles, and analogue and digital electronics. In the final two years of study, a range of units are included covering more in-depth electrical power engineering topics alongside specialist studies on sustainable and renewable energy sources and systems and their integration into a mixed energy environment.
Delivery mode
Edith Cowan University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 270 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
Academic Admission requirements (Band 4)
The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.
All applicants are required to have Mathematics: Methods ATAR, with equivalents considered, and Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR or Chemistry ATAR or Mathematics: Specialist ATAR, with equivalents considered.
It is desirable that all applicants have Chemistry ATAR and either Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR, with equivalents considered, students without Chemistry ATAR or either Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR may need to take bridging unit(s) in the first year of their studies.
All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- AQF Diploma or equivalent;
- Undergraduate Certificate;
- Successfully completed 0.5 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- University Preparation Course;*
- Indigenous University Orientation Course; or*
- Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment.*
English Language requirements (Band 3)
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment;*
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Renewable Energy Engineering) will prepare you for the following roles.
Electronic Engineer
An Electronic Engineer designs, develops, and tests electronic systems and components. You might work in sectors such as telecommunications, manufa...
Electrical Engineer
Electrical Engineers are responsible for designing, building and maintaining electrical systems. This can involve working with mobile phone technol...
Grid Engineer
A Grid Engineer manages and optimises the electrical grid systems to ensure stable and efficient power distribution. You might work with utility co...
Power Systems Engineer
A Power Systems Engineer designs and maintains infrastructure used for power supply. You’ll plan power generation and distribution systems and ensu...
Renewable Energy Consultant
A Renewable Energy Consultant advises businesses and organisations on implementing sustainable energy solutions. You might work on projects involvi...
Renewable Energy Engineer
Renewable Energy Engineers work on designing and developing systems that will harness renewable energy for different purposes. Renewable energy sou...
About Edith Cowan University
ECU has more than 30,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students, including international students from 100 countries.
Our eight schools collectively deliver a diverse range of courses across arts and humanities, business and law, education, engineering, medical and health sciences, nursing and midwifery, science and the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts.
Courses are offered on our three campuses – ECU Joondalup and ECU Mount Lawley in metropolitan Perth and ECU South West in Bunbury, 200km south of the capital city. ECU also offers a comprehensive suite of online study options.
