Overview

Your core courses at Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours) programme from University of Newcastle will cover robotics, new advanced materials, energy generation and transmission, and computer control of physical systems.

Key facts

Mechanical engineers design, manufacture and optimise specialist machines and processes. Mechanical Engineering is at the heart of many aeronautical, motorsport and manufacturing teams. You could learn to design self-driving farm machinery for ultra-efficient food production.
Or you might tackle health issues by building revolutionary biomechanical solutions for people with disabilities.
Mechanical engineers are valued for their generalist knowledge across different engineering disciplines. They are often employed in discipline-agnostic roles as project managers, designers or advisors.

Career Opportunities

Mechanical engineers work in a wide range of industries. Roles are flexible and diverse. You may prefer hands-on fieldwork or design and development. Or you might prefer a leadership role managing people and projects.
Almost all industries need mechanical engineers. They can work in medical, transport, aerospace, electronics, mining, renewable energy, robotics, automation and advanced manufacturing industries.

Professional outcomes

Mechanical engineering designer

Mechanical systems supervisor

Mechanical technology engineer

Operating plant manager

Engineering project manager

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Engineering Mechanics

Electrical Engineering

Procedural Programming

Professional Engineering

Mathematics for Engineering, Science and Technology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-22 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-09 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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110

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TOEFL^® IBT

70

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PTE Academic

52

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IELTS

6

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Credits

320 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newcastle, Australia
Singapore, Singapore

Disciplines

Industrial & Systems Engineering Mechanical Engineering View 29 other Bachelors in Industrial & Systems Engineering in Australia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

70

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PTE Academic

52

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 111339E

As part of your application you will need to provide scanned coloured original or certified copies of original documents.

Examples of documents that you may need to provide are:

Academic transcript

Completion certificate

Evidence of English proficiency

Passport biometric page

For programmes requiring work experience, a curriculum vitae (CV)/resume and/or letters of work experience are recommended.

Course / subject outlines if you wish to apply for credit for previous studies undertaken

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

43755 AUD / year

≈ 43755 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic students: Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), per 8 courses (80 units)

Living costs

Newcastle

Australia

1333 - 2400 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Australia
Singapore

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Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Newcastle

Funding

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