University of Tasmania

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical Engineering)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Mechanical engineers are involved in mechanical design, manufacture, assembly, commissioning, maintenance, safety, management, and development of policies within vast global sectors including energy, transportation, manufacturing, and automation. The largest and most complicated machines on the planet, from ships and aircraft to highly technical mechatronics and automation, need the skills and knowledge of a mechanical engineer.

Delivery mode

University of Tasmania offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Churchill Ave, Hobart
  • 2 Invermay Rd, Launceston

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Entry requirements

Applicants who recently completed secondary education

Applicants are ranked by ATAR and offers made based on the number of places available. In 2023, the lowest ATAR to receive an offer into this course was 71. The lowest ATAR to receive an offer may change from year to year based on the number of applications we receive.

Applicants who have recently completed senior secondary studies but have not received an ATAR may still be eligible for admission. We will consider your subject results on a case-by-case basis when we assess your application.

Applicants with higher education study

To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have:

  • Completed the UTAS University Preparation Program (or an equivalent enabling program offered by another Australian university); OR
  • Partially completed an undergraduate course at Diploma level or higher (or equivalent). Applicants must have completed at least two units of study (equivalent to 25 UTAS credit points) including Level 100 units successfully completed in the Diploma of University Studies at UTAS. If an applicant has failed any units the application may be subject to further review before an offer is made.

Applicants with VET / TAFE study

To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have completed a Certificate IV (or equivalent) in any discipline.

Subject Prerequisites

These prerequisites apply to students from all educational backgrounds.

To be an eligible for an offer, you must have studies or experience equivalent to a satisfactory achievement in the following Tasmanian Senior Secondary subject:

  • Mathematics Methods (MTM415117) or equivalent
  • Physical Sciences (PSC315109) or equivalent (equivalency includes CHM415115 Chemistry OR PHY415115 Physics)

English Language Requirements

This degree requires an IELTS (Academic) of 6.0, with no individual band less than 5.5, or a PTE Academic score of 50, with no score lower than 42 or equivalent.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* Unavailable $170,844 Fees are based on full-time study.

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 4 Years
Estimated fee* Unavailable $170,844

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical Engineering) will prepare you for the following roles.

About University of Tasmania

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