Diploma in Engineering

About the course

The Diploma in Engineering at QUT College builds core engineering foundations and supports a smooth transition into QUT’s Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). You’ll strengthen essential mathematics and physics, study in a close-knit learning community, and gain practical exposure in dedicated engineering facilities. Successful completion provides credit and a pathway into second year, keeping your overall study time on track for engineering degree progression. The programme focuses on applied engineering drawings, workshop skills, and technical maintenance competencies.

Career outcome

Graduates gain practical Engineering – Other skills for industry entry or articulation into higher qualifications. Graduates work as engineering technicians, draftspersons, and field service staff. Preparing graduates for engineering technician, draftsperson, and technical service roles, or degree articulation.

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)