Diploma of Engineering

About the course

The Diploma of Engineering will prepare you for success in your Monash Engineering degree. In the first year of this course you will learn about the maths and science theory and skills you will need for University. In the second year, you will study the same subjects as first-year University students and develop your specialist knowledge of engineering and the practical skills you will need for University. The programme focuses on applied engineering drawings, workshop skills, and technical maintenance competencies.

Career outcome

This diploma is a pathway into a Monash Engineering bachelor program rather than a direct professional qualification. It develops the academic foundations and introductory engineering skills needed to progress into first-year university engineering studies, supporting future careers across engineering disciplines. By selecting a specialisation, you can align your pathway toward areas such as aerospace, civil, mechanical, electrical, software, environmental, materials or biomedical engineering at diploma-to-bachelor 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)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)