Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Electronic)

About the course

This honours engineering degree develops skills to design and build modern electrical and electronic systems, from power and control to communications and embedded technologies. You’ll study core engineering science and professional practice, then specialise in electrical and electronic engineering with practical, industry-relevant learning. The course prepares you for accredited professional engineering work in electrical and electronic engineering at bachelor (honours) level.

Career outcome

Graduates can work across industries that design, deploy and maintain electrical and electronic systems, including energy and power, automation and control, telecommunications, electronics and embedded systems, and engineering consulting. Typical roles may include electrical engineer, electronics engineer, control/automation engineer, power systems engineer, or communications engineer. Career pathways align with professional practice in electrical and electronic engineering at bachelor (honours) level.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

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

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)