University of New South Wales

Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications) (Honours)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Telecommunications are responsible for a range of services used on a daily basis including landline and mobile phone services, internet and pay television. The widespread adaptation of high-speed digital transmission methods like fibre optic cabling and mobile telecommunications has resulted in significant changes in the industry.

Telecommunications Engineers design, develop and maintain all aspects of voice and data communications systems. They work on the theory and application of a broad range of systems such as telephone and data networks, radio and TV, satellites and deep space applications. To get you work ready, you'll apply these skills through 60 days of approved industry training.

Delivery mode

University of New South Wales offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Entry requirements

Assumed knowledge

Mathematics Extension 1, Physics

English language requirements

  • IELTS: 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest)
  • TOEFL iBT: 90 overall (min. 23 in writing, 22 in reading, listening and speaking)
  • PTE (Pearson Test of English – Academic): 64 overall (min. 54 in each subtest)
  • C1 Advanced Cambridge (formerly known as CAE – Cambridge Advanced English): 176 overall (min. 169 in each subtest)
  • C2 Proficiency Cambridge (formerly known CPE – Cambridge Proficiency English): 180 overall (min. 180 in each subtest)
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $35,000 $238,000 Fees are based on full-time study.

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 4 Years
Estimated fee* $35,000 $238,000

Career opportunities

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

About University of New South Wales

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