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About the course
This undergraduate Power Systems Engineering Specialisation is a set of four units taken within an eligible Curtin degree to deepen capability in electrical power systems. It lets you tailor your engineering study toward generation, transmission and distribution topics and align your degree with power-sector career goals. You apply via an associated undergraduate course rather than as a standalone award in electrical engineering. The programme combines engineering fundamentals, design projects, and industry-ready technical problem-solving skills.
Career outcome
Completing this specialisation can support pathways into the electricity and energy sector, complementing an engineering degree with power-systems focused knowledge. Graduates may pursue roles related to power network planning and operations, energy generation and integration, grid reliability, and industrial power distribution. It strengthens employability for undergraduate electrical engineering-aligned careers in utilities, renewables, and consulting. Preparing graduates for graduate engineer, project support, and technical design roles across engineering sectors.
Living Costs in Perth**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321 |
Average Salary***
