Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering)

About the course

This combined Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering) emphasises work-integrated learning, including 48 weeks of paid industry placement. You can study online or on campus and build real-world engineering experience alongside advanced technical and professional skills to prepare for professional engineering practice. It is an undergraduate engineering honours qualification with an integrated co-op professional practice diploma.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared to enter the engineering industry as professional engineers, supported by substantial paid industry placement experience. Career paths may span roles in design, project delivery, operations and maintenance across sectors such as infrastructure, resources, manufacturing and utilities, depending on the engineering discipline chosen. This is an undergraduate engineering honours degree with integrated professional practice training for engineering careers. Preparing graduates for graduate engineer, project support, and technical design roles across engineering sectors.

Living Costs in Bundaberg**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 775 - 1,026	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 591 - 782
Transportation (Daily) A$ 2 - 6	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 269 - 356

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)