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About the course
This Diploma of Engineering [Pathway] provides a supported entry into university engineering, building foundational knowledge and practical skills for tertiary study. You’ll gain hands-on experience tackling problems and developing innovative engineering solutions across different industries. On successful completion, you can transition into a JCU Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). This is a diploma-level engineering pathway course. The programme focuses on applied engineering drawings, workshop skills, and technical maintenance competencies.
Career outcome
Graduates are prepared to progress into JCU’s Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), strengthening readiness for professional engineering study and industry engagement. The pathway develops practical problem-solving and applied engineering capability relevant to a range of sectors where engineers work on design, systems and solutions. Career direction typically follows completion of the subsequent engineering honours degree. This is a diploma-level pathway in engineering. Preparing graduates for engineering technician, draftsperson, and technical service roles, or degree articulation.
Entry requirements
Successful completion of a course of study equivalent to an Australian Year 12 Certificate.
Living Costs in Townsville**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,146 - 1,515 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,074 - 1,421 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 5 - 7 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 309 |
Average Salary***
