University of the Sunshine Coast

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical Engineering)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Make things happen. Mechanical engineers design, build, and maintain complex machines and mechanical systems from the very small to the very large scale. Learn the finer points of engineering and machine design, fluid mechanics, and production engineering which will enable you to make systems and machinery for diverse industries from transport to medical devices.

In this program you will:

  • Learn to use mathematical and scientific principles to solve a range of technical problems
  • Get hands-on experience through 12 weeks of work experience
  • Experience a broad array of courses covering areas like design, sustainability, modeling, and management and leadership
  • Manage a major final-year research project on a topic of your choice
  • Learn from industry professionals through guest lectures that expose you to current engineering professional practice
  • Recreate interactive real-life scenarios in UniSC's state-of-the-art visualization studio and dedicated engineering laboratories

Delivery mode

University of the Sunshine Coast offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • 1 Moreton Parade, Petrie
  • 90 Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

English (Units 3 and 4, C)

Recommended prior study

Maths Methods and/or Specialist Maths; and Physics or Chemistry

Headstart Program - Year 11 or 12

The Headstart program lets you study uni subjects while you’re still in high school. If you successfully complete two Headstart courses, you’ll get a selection rank that you could use to get into uni.

Early Offer Guarantee scheme - Year 12

The Early Offer Guarantee scheme enables Year 12 students to be offered a place at USC on the basis of their Principal's recommendation.

Previous qualifications or experience

If you:

  • have completed Year 12 (no matter how long ago)
  • have a TAFE/VET qualification
  • have relevant work experience, or
  • have studied at university before (even if you didn’t complete your studies)

English Language entry requirements

  • IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each subtest
  • TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 76 with minimum score of 18 for writing
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 50 with no subscore less than 50
  • C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency: Overall score of 169 or above with no less than 162 in each skill
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $29,008 $120,000 Fees are based on full-time study.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

Study mode On Campus
Duration 4 Years
Estimated fee* $29,008 $120,000

Career opportunities

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

About University of the Sunshine Coast

We’re the University of the Sunshine Coast. UniSC for short.

A young, fresh university driven by an unwavering belief that community and culture is just as important as a world-class education, given by world-class educators.

We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

Being young has its benefits too. Our first campus, on the Sunshine Coast, opened its doors in 1996 (feels like yesterday). Today, our award-winning facilities span five campuses across South East Queensland.

It also means you’re never going to be bombarded by stale traditions or hear phrases like “That’s the way we’ve always done it”.

We prefer thinking that moves everyone forward. And our students, staff and researchers work hard every day to do just that.

Together with our people, community and partners, we’re building a safe, sustainable, supportive, and fun learning environment, where lifelong friends are made, and opportunities are earned.

Join us and build your future, the way you want it.