Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Renewable Power)

About the course

This honours engineering degree focuses on electrical systems and the transition to renewable power. You’ll build skills in power generation, transmission and distribution, and learn how to integrate renewables into existing networks while balancing technical, economic and environmental factors. The course emphasises industry readiness through real projects, site visits and placement opportunities, culminating in a team capstone design experience in electrical renewable power engineering.

Career outcome

Graduates can work across electricity networks and the renewable energy sector, supporting the design, operation and optimisation of power systems. Career paths include power systems engineer, renewable energy engineer, electrical design engineer, protection and control engineer, and roles in grid integration, substations and energy consulting. Opportunities span utilities, engineering consultancies and energy companies, as a Bachelor Degree / Honours Degree in electrical and renewable power engineering.

Entry requirements

ATAR/Selection rank 84.00.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)