Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (Honours)

About the course

This honours mechanical engineering degree focuses on the conversion and control of energy and motion in machines and engineered systems. You’ll build core engineering knowledge with practical, industry-relevant learning on campus in Melbourne. The program is designed to prepare you for professional engineering practice in mechanical and related industries as a Bachelor (Honours) qualification in mechanical engineering. The programme combines engineering fundamentals, design projects, and industry-ready technical problem-solving skills.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles designing, analysing and improving mechanical systems across manufacturing, energy, transport and automation sectors. Potential careers include mechanical engineer, industrial engineer, quality engineer, process engineer and automation specialist. The degree supports pathways into professional engineering work where you contribute to safer, more efficient machinery and systems as a Bachelor (Honours) mechanical engineering graduate. Preparing graduates for graduate engineer, project support, and technical design roles across engineering sectors.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)