Bachelors of Engineering (Honours) / Science (BE(Hons)/BSc)
Information valid for students commencing 2020
Duration
5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2020
Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2020)
Semester 2 (03 Aug, 2020)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
80
Program code
2347
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) / Science:
Component Degrees
Component Degrees that make up the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours) / Science:
Dual Degree Planner
Entry requirements
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 Science 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 Years full-time
Commencing 2020
Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2020)
Semester 2 (03 Aug, 2020)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
80
Program code
2347
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) / Science:
Component Degrees
Component Degrees that make up the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours) / Science:
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: 080730C
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.Pearson Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. 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 Science 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) / Science?
This program combines engineering and complementary areas of science to provide a strong science base for engineering students. It is available with all engineering disciplines. Emerging areas in science of importance to engineering including biology, biomedical science and biotechnology may also be studied. Refer to Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and the Bachelor of Science for individual program details and requirements for majors.
Please note: Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science prior to 2015 should refer to course and program information for previous years.
Bachelor of Engineering course list (pre-2015)
Bachelor of Science course list (pre-2015)
What you can study
Course Lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours) / Science :
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 Science
- Archaeological Science Major
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Major
- Bioinformatics Major
- Biomedical Science Major
- Chemistry Major
- Computer Science Major
- Ecology Major
- Food Science and Technology Major
- Genetics Major
- Geographical Sciences Major
- Geological Sciences Major
- Marine Science Major
- Mathematics Major
- Microbiology Major
- Physics Major
- Plant Science Major
- Public Health Major
- Statistics Major
- Zoology Major
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
- Chemical Engineering / Extended Major
- Chemical and Biological Engineering Dual Major
- Chemical and Environmental Engineering Dual Major
- Chemical and Materials Engineering Dual Major
- Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering Dual Major
- Civil Engineering / Extended Major
- Civil and Environmental Engineering Dual Major
- Civil and Geotechnical Engineering Dual Major
- Electrical Engineering / Extended Major
- Electrical and Biomedical Engineering Dual Major
- Electrical and Computer Engineering Dual Major
- Mechanical Engineering / Extended Major
- Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Dual Major
- Mechanical and Materials Engineering Dual Major
- Mechatronic Engineering Extended Major
- Mining Engineering / Extended Major
- Mining and Geotechnical Engineering Dual Major
- Software Engineering / Extended Major
Placement courses
Completion of 450 hours of Engineering Professional Practice to satisfy the requirements of Engineers Australia.
Honours
Honours will be awarded to all graduates of this program.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
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.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B, plus one of Chemistry or Physics.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 080730C
English proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.Pearson Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. 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 Science 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 Science 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) / Science
Careers
Refer to the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and the Bachelor of Science for information regarding employment opportunities.
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) / Science
To complete the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours) / Science
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours) / Science, 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.