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Associate Degree of Applied Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)

Associate Degree.
Swinburne University of Technology

300

in world overall ranking*

32

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Associate Degree of Applied Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) builds practical engineering knowledge with a focus on mechanical systems, materials and manufacturing. You’ll develop skills through applied learning suited to industry contexts and gain a pathway into further engineering study. This associate degree is designed to prepare you for technical roles and continued study in mechanical engineering at associate-degree level. The programme focuses on applied engineering drawings, workshop skills, and technical maintenance competencies.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue entry-level technical roles supporting mechanical engineering projects across manufacturing, production and maintenance environments. Skills are relevant to assisting with design documentation, testing, quality processes and basic project coordination in engineering teams. The qualification can also provide a pathway to further study toward an engineering degree, strengthening career prospects in mechanical engineering at associate-degree level. Preparing graduates for engineering technician, draftsperson, and technical service roles, or degree articulation.


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$9,537 per year

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2 years

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Hawthorn

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