University of Wollongong

Course Details

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Science

Course Description

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Science combines professional engineering skills, including management, communications, teamwork and problem solving, with a major study in Science. It is a combination of any of the engineering majors with Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Geology or Physical Geography and Environmental Geosciences. Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) skills in Australia is becoming a fast-growing area creating new and increased job prospects. There is a forecasted growth of 14.4% in the Professional, Scientific and Technical Services Industry and with this brings exciting employment opportunities and career options. The projected high rate of employment growth for 2015 to 2019 reflects ongoing strength and demand for the services of qualified and highly educated workers. Source: Employment Projections This degree: Double degrees aim to broaden a student's knowledge and skill base and improve career options in competitive, increasingly interactive fields. The programs are designed to enhance a student's educational, academic and professional qualifications whilst minimising the costs of their studies. What you will study: You will choose one major from the Bachelor of Science: Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Geology, Physical Geography and Environmental Geosciences. More information regarding double degree course requirements can be found in UOW's Policy Guidelines. Students must seek advice and approval from both Faculties before enrolment.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
66month

Career outcomes

Overview of careers: Biomedical Engineer Computer Architect Computer Systems Engineer Civil Engineer Construction Manager Electronics Engineer Electrical Engineer Environmental Engineer Geotechnical Engineer Materials Engineer Mechanical Engineer Metallurgist Network Engineer Production Engineer Security Engineer Software Engineer Structural Engineer Systems Analyst Telecommunications Engineer Transport Engineer Water Quality Manager.

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Science University of Wollongong