Engineering

About the course

Murdoch’s Bachelor of Engineering Honours is an industry-developed degree that builds strong foundations in mathematics, science and engineering technology, with an emphasis on sustainability and emerging industry needs. You’ll learn with industry experts, use real facilities such as the Bayer Pilot Plant, and complete 450 hours of professional work experience. A final embedded honours year culminates in an individual research or industry-based project in engineering. The programme combines engineering fundamentals, design projects, and industry-ready technical problem-solving skills.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue diverse engineering roles across energy, utilities, manufacturing, resources and sustainability-focused industries. Potential pathways include renewable energy and power systems engineering, instrumentation and control, environmental engineering, design and systems engineering, and safety engineering. The degree includes substantial industry experience and an honours project to strengthen professional readiness for entry-level professional engineer roles in engineering and technology.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as computer and software engineer, naval engineer, petroleum engineer, environmental engineer, productions engineer, biomedical engineer, and etc. in companies including ExxonMobil, General Motors, Volkswagen Group, Samsung Electronics, General Electric, and etc.

Living Costs in Perth**

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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**

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