Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical and Mechatronic) (Pathway to Master of Engineering (Engineering Management))
Degree Level Undergraduate
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Start date
February
July
Campus
Mawson Lakes
Duration
4 year(s) full-time
Mode
On-campus
Program Code
LHMR
Prerequisites
SACE Stage 2 Math Methods
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Assumed Knowledge
SACE Stage 2 Physics
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Fees
AUD$ 42,000 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025
English Language Requirements
- IELTS total [6]
- IELTS reading [6]
- IELTS writing [6]
International Admission by Country
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CRICOS Code
081815A
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Entry requirements
Admission criteria
The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.
Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.
Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfil any prerequisite requirements and essential requirements for admission:
Recent secondary education
Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
AND- Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
- Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
- Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.
OR
Higher education study- Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or
- Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above, or
- Complete the Associate Degree in Engineering at the University of South Australia
OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)- Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above
OR
Work and life experience- Qualify for Special Entry, or
- Complete a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
- Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past.
Essential requirements for admission
Prerequisites
SACE Stage 2 Math MethodsAssumed Knowledge
SACE Stage 2 PhysicsEnglish language entry requirements
In addition to meeting academic entry requirements, international students who speak English as a second or additional language must also meet the University's English language entry requirements. The minimum language requirements for this program are:English language testPlease access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)- IELTS total [6]
- IELTS reading [6]
- IELTS writing [6]
Admission Requirements by Country
Bangladesh HSC 4 Canada High School (OSSD) 65 Eynesbury FSP 330 German Abitur 3.5 Kenya KCSE (average) B+ Malaysia STPM (best 3) 6 Malaysia UEC 30 Norway GPA 3 Pakistan HSSC 85 Sri Lanka A Levels (best 3) 7 Sweden GPA 13 UK Board GCE A Levels/HK Board 7 Vietnam 7.5 Australia 72 IB (best 6) 26 USA SAT (1600) 1110 India (best 4) State Board 75 India (best 4) Central Board 65 HKDSE 15 Nepal NEB 2.61
Students can apply for this program using the Application to Change Program form after successfully completing one semester of study at UniSA.
Aim
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical and Mechatronic) uses an industry focused, project-based
teaching and learning approach to develop professional mechanical and mechatronic engineers who are well
prepared to work in diverse, interdisciplinary teams to solve complex problems in a socially and culturally
appropriate manner.
teaching and learning approach to develop professional mechanical and mechatronic engineers who are well
prepared to work in diverse, interdisciplinary teams to solve complex problems in a socially and culturally
appropriate manner.
Content & Structure
This program requires completion of courses totalling 144 units, and comprises a common first year across all
Engineering disciplines. The first two years of the program lay the foundation of mathematics, materials,
mechanics, computing, engineering graphics, fluids, thermodynamics and mechanical design principles. In the
third year of study, students will concentrate on mechatronic systems and their mechanism, as well as a set of
mechanical discipline core courses. A project-based course is placed in the second half of the third year, which
enables students to synthesise and apply the skills and knowledge accumulated throughout the program and
mandated completion of the UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program. Further advanced courses on control,
machine learning, autonomous system design and industrial actuation are offered in the final year.
There is an emphasis throughout the program on preparing students for professional engineering practice as well as on knowledge application to analysing complex engineering problems and to developing and implementing
practical solutions. The degree develops professional engineering skills in a Capstone experience project, and
research abilities in an Honours project, both of which spanning the full duration of the final year.
Engineering disciplines. The first two years of the program lay the foundation of mathematics, materials,
mechanics, computing, engineering graphics, fluids, thermodynamics and mechanical design principles. In the
third year of study, students will concentrate on mechatronic systems and their mechanism, as well as a set of
mechanical discipline core courses. A project-based course is placed in the second half of the third year, which
enables students to synthesise and apply the skills and knowledge accumulated throughout the program and
mandated completion of the UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program. Further advanced courses on control,
machine learning, autonomous system design and industrial actuation are offered in the final year.
There is an emphasis throughout the program on preparing students for professional engineering practice as well as on knowledge application to analysing complex engineering problems and to developing and implementing
practical solutions. The degree develops professional engineering skills in a Capstone experience project, and
research abilities in an Honours project, both of which spanning the full duration of the final year.
Study at the new Adelaide University in 2026
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From 4 August 2025, the University of Adelaide and University of South Australia will no longer be accepting applications for new students.
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