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ENGINEERING 2021 UNDERGRADUATE COURSE GUIDE
MONASH ENGINEERING
A GLOBAL LEADER
As a Monash Engineering student
you’ll become part of a world-class team
of engineers, driven by the passion and
commitment to deliver sustainable solutions
for society’s global challenges – including
climate, energy, transportation, water,
health and communications.
MONASH NOVA ROVER
A team of students from Engineering,
Science, Law, Business and Medicine,
were placed top 10 in the world in the
2019 Mars Society University Rover
Challenge competition.
TOP 100 RANKINGS
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01
ENGINEERING SCHOOL
TOP 50
IN THE WORLD FOR ENGINEERING
#
66
QS GLOBAL UNIVERSITY
IN AUSTRALIA AND TECHNOLOGY EMPLOYABILITY RANKINGS
(Times Higher Education World University Rankings (QS World University Rankings 2019) (2019)
2016 – 2019)
CONTENTS
Your pathway to success 2
Engineer your future 3
We offer ten engineering specialisations, double degree options and a range of programs
A career in engineering 4
and experiences for you to pursue your passions and set you on the path to future career
success. Our graduates are dynamic, highly competent and in-demand leaders across the World-class facilities 7
breadth of engineering disciplines and beyond. Secure your future 8
You’ll have access to some of the world’s finest facilities and a learning environment that Student teams and clubs 10
fosters your development as a collaborative and creative problem-solver. We’re here with
Our courses 12
you all the way with the tools, support and experiences to help you develop your strengths
and passions, and become a well‑rounded engineer. Double your career options 14
PROFESSOR ELIZABETH CROFT Aerospace engineering 16
Dean, Faculty of Engineering Chemical engineering 17
Civil engineering 18
Electrical and computer
systems engineering19
Environmental engineering 20
Materials engineering 21
Mechanical engineering 22
Resources engineering 23
Robotics and
Mechatronics engineering 24
Software engineering 25
Domestic admissions,
ATARs and entry requirements 26
International entry requirements 28
Sample course map 30
Living in Melbourne 31
How to apply 32
Discover more 33
Course information fast facts
Look for these icons on each course
page for key information.
Location
Duration
Intakes
Requirements *
Specialist course
*Entry scores listed in the fast facts section are for domestic
students only. For international entry requirements see page 28.
A WORLDWIDE UNIVERSITY
9
CAMPUSES IN AUSTRALIA,
100+
PARTNER UNIVERSITIES
27K+
ALUMNI FROM MORE
CHINA, INDIA, INDONESIA, ACROSS THE GLOBE THAN 75 COUNTRIES
ITALY, MALAYSIA (2019)
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YOUR PATHWAY
TO SUCCESS
Choose Monash Engineering and start
engineering a successful future.
1 Our world class team of engineers will immerse you in
engineering from day one. Become a fully accredited professional
engineer in this four-year honours degree tailored to your future.
GET • Double degrees – earn two degrees with only one* extra year of study
QUALIFIED • Common first year – giving you time to choose a specialisation
• 10 engineering specialisations
• Scholarships
• Professional accreditation
Find your voice, your squad, and your passion as you explore
what’s possible through teams, clubs, global exchange and
2
research programs. FEED YOUR
• Study abroad at one of our 100+ partner universities KNOWLEDGE,
•
•
Join one of the 30+ student teams and clubs
Mentor programs
FUEL YOUR
• Summer Research Program – get a taste for research PASSION
• Maker Spaces and Entrepreneurial programs – a place for innovation
3 Connect to our network of industry partners, alumni and leadership
programs to secure your dream career.
SECURE •
•
Co-op program – paid internships with industry partners
Leadership programs
YOUR FUTURE • Connections to our vast alumni network (27K+ across world)
• Career connect for support and training
• Monash Industry Team Initiative (MITI) – University wide industry sponsored projects
Be part of a global community,
contribute to a better future.
change-it.monash.edu
2 * Additional 2.25 years for engineering and laws double degree.
ENGINEER
YOUR FUTURE
WHY CHOOSE ENGINEERING AT MONASH
Engineering is a diverse profession with many options. That’s why we’ve
created an engineering degree that gives you maximum choice and flexibility.
The common first year Diversity and inclusion
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) kicks off with a common first Engineering is for everyone. Monash Engineering supports diversity and
year, where you’ll gain a better understanding of scientific and design inclusion and provides a safe and supported environment for all students
fundamentals, and the interaction between engineering and society. to achieve their academic goals.
You’ll also get a taste of the ten engineering specialisations on offer
We actively support Indigenous students through mentoring, outreach
before deciding which to pursue from the second year.
programs and entry schemes, we are inspiring our students and breaking
Double degrees down the barriers to success. Equity and diversity week, women in
engineering events, as well as a dedicated student team, Female Engineers
Many of our students study a double degree, combining engineering with
at Monash (FEM) are just some of the initiatives in place to strive towards
another discipline area for flexibility and diversity. Whether it’s architectural
gender equity and empower girls to choose a career in engineering. Monash
design, arts, biomedical science, commerce, computer science, design,
has successfully achieved an inaugural Athena SWAN Bronze award
information technology, law, pharmaceutical science or science, Monash
through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
allows you to study engineering while pursuing other passions and interests.
Scholarships Professional recognition
Monash Engineering degrees are accredited by various professional
Monash celebrates academic excellence and supports students who
engineering bodies. Recognised by the Washington Accord, our graduates
are disadvantaged. We offer a range of scholarships and awards to help
can work in any other signatory country, without the need to requalify.
ensure money and circumstances aren’t barriers to you accessing a world
• Engineers Australia
leading engineering education. For details and a full list of scholarships,
bursaries and awards available, visit monash.edu/scholarships • The Institution of Chemical Engineers
(Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (Honours) only)
Research experience • Engineering Accreditation Council Malaysia
You can experience Monash Engineering’s renowned research (Malaysian Engineering degrees only)
while studying your degree. Participate in innovative, interdisciplinary • Australian Computer Society
research through various student teams, such as Monash Motorsport, (Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours) only).
our undergraduate Summer Research Program, and in your final year monash.edu/engineering/professional-accreditation
project. You’ll learn the latest concepts in engineering from lecturers who
are leading researchers in their field.
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A CAREER IN
ENGINEERING
Engineers are creative, imaginative, analytical and technical, with excellent teamwork skills.
As an engineer, you’ll apply science and mathematics in a practical way to design and develop
new technologies and improve existing ones.
What do engineers do? Career support
Consider a career in engineering if you: From day one, Monash sets you on the path to future career success.
• are curious about how things work Access a range of programs, support and work-integrated learning
• have an interest in improving the quality of human life experiences. Professional development and industry placements
• enjoy designing and building things (internships) and multidisciplinary projects with leading companies
• like analysing and solving problems means you’ll graduate better prepared and work-ready.
• are interested in maths and science Our Career Connect program gives you access to experienced
• enjoy challenges coaches and industry based professionals. Take part in employability
• are goal-oriented workshops, small group career conversations and, in your final year,
• like working with lots of different people in multidisciplinary teams. one-on-one coaching.
Engineers solve problems, figure out how things work and create Unlimited career options
solutions. They’re key to the development of society and solving the
Engineers design, build and test everything we use to create a liveable
challenges faced by our world, such as climate change, natural resource
and sustainable world. Their unique skills are needed in nearly every
depletion, food shortages, supply of clean drinking water and increased
industry. With hundreds of different types of engineering jobs the
demands on energy. Engineers possess a rare combination of skills and
possibilities are endless.
qualities that place them in demand in many industries. An engineer’s
career is diverse, interesting and can be anywhere in the world. Some of our graduates have gone on to successful careers as a:
• Biomaterials or nanotechnology engineer in a medical
As a qualified engineer, you’ll also be equipped to work in many areas
development company
outside of engineering, such as management, banking and consulting.
• Global development engineer for a non-governmental organisation (NGO)
34 of the top 100 CEOs in the world are engineers^. Problem-solving
and planning skills, combined with a focus on the future and continuous • Chemical process engineer in the food and agriculture industry
improvement, make engineers excellent business leaders. • Project manager, consultant or industrial designer in building
and construction
Secure your future • Computer scientist or wireless network engineer in telecommunications
An engineering degree from Monash University gives you a competitive • Artificial Intelligence or software engineer in the defence force
edge. As a Monash Engineering graduate, you’ll be a highly sought after • Capital works engineer in sustainability, water and energy field
industry professional when you first enter the workforce and throughout • Executive Director of access and operations in a global mining company
your career. • Robotics or avionics engineer for an international space agency
• Director of transport modelling and mapping for a government
infrastructure authority
• Entrepreneur and business owner in a start-up tech company
• CEO or Chief Engineer in the automotive industry.
STRONG JOBS GROWTH IS
81.4%
ENGINEERING GRADUATES
$114K 34
AVERAGE AUSTRALIAN OF THE TOP 100 CEOS
PROJECTED IN MOST ENGINEERING ARE IN FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT ENGINEERING SALARY IN THE WORLD ARE
Adzuna Job Report, 2020.
FIELDS OVER THE NEXT FIVE YEARS WITHIN FOUR MONTHS ENGINEERS
Job Outlook, Australian Government 2019. 2019 Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) report, ^Harvard Business Review, The Best-
Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT). Performing CEOs in the World 2018.
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DELIVERING GRADUATE
CAREER OUTCOMES
Michael Strauss completed a 12-week Co‑op program
internship at AMOG Consulting which lead to being offered a
part-time position at the company while finishing his degree.
While at AMOG, Michael completed a business development
project building an Internet of Things demonstrator device to
show Industry 4.0 capabilities to prospective clients.
Studying a double degree in Bachelor of Electrical and
Computer Systems Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor
of Commerce and working as an undergraduate engineer
at AMOG, Michael has also found the time to explore
his entrepreneurial side. Selected for The Generator’s
Accelerator program, Michael and his co-founder, a fellow
engineering student, created Jeffrey AI, a successful virtual
personal assistant on Facebook Messenger that helps
university students stay on top of their workload.
Taking students in before they’ve completed their
undergraduate studies gives us and them the opportunity
to work together and see whether there is a good fit
between our business and their areas of study and interest.”
ANDREW THOMSON
General Manager, AMOG Consulting
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Monash Robotics Lab New Horizons Research Centre
Living Lab CAVE2™
6 Monash Wind Tunnel
WORLD-CLASS
FACILITIES
The engineering precinct at Monash University provides facilities
that will enhance your personal learning experience.
Monash Makerspace New Horizons Centre
The Monash Makerspace provides a facility for our students, staff, The $175 million facility brings Monash and the Commonwealth
alumni and industry partners to come together to build, design and Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) together to
create, and encourage entrepreneurial activities. research the future in renewable energy, biological engineering and
so much more.
Linked to The Generator, our entrepreneurial platform, students have
access to this creative, collaborative makerspace, allowing them to Some of Monash University’s
turn ideas into reality. engineering research facilities include:
• Monash Centre for Additive Manufacturing (MCAM)
Woodside Building for Technology and Design • The Cave2™
The new Woodside Building for Technology and Design provides a • Woodside FutureLab
world-class learning environment with the latest dynamic and interactive • The TITAN Microscope
learning spaces, labs and technology. The five-storey, smart-technology • Monash Wind Tunnel
enabled building is one of the world’s most efficient and innovative • Multi-modal Australian ScienceS Imaging and Visualisation
teaching spaces and will foster innovation and collaboration – allowing Environment (MASSIVE)
students to explore, design, construct and investigate new technologies • X-ray Analytical Platform
required for a sustainable energy future.
• Drone Discovery Platform
Monash Makerspace
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SECURE YOUR FUTURE
At Monash we open your eyes to a world outside the classroom. Whether you want to unlock
your leadership potential or start thinking like an entrepreneur, you’ll have access to extra
curricular programs that leave you prepared for leadership, success and – most importantly – life.
Whilst academic capability is essential, employer’s are looking for graduates Engineering Leadership Program
who are highly-skilled, well-rounded individuals. Many place interpersonal The Monash Engineering Leadership Program is a development
and communication skills, critical reasoning and problem-solving, together program that prepares you to be an engineering leader. It’s an opportunity
with passion, at the top of their list. There are many different programs to engage with industry professionals from the private sector, with
and activities that you can get involved in while studying that will give you seminars, interactive workshops and industry site visits. Through the
practical skills and help you to become work‑ready. program you’ll establish valuable networks and develop ‘soft skills’
such as communication, leadership and teamwork, that are highly
Co-operative Education Program regarded by employers and gives you a competitive edge. Students in
The new Co-operative Education Program provides relevant the program may also be eligible to apply for a generous scholarship
work experience opportunities through internships with our partner thanks to the support of industry partners and donors.
organisations. Undertake a three, six or 12 month paid internship and
explore different industry sectors, understand what it is to be a working monash.edu/engineering/leadership-program
engineer and connect the experience to your studies in a practical way.
You’ll enhance your technical and professional skills, build industry Monash Industry Team Initiative (MITI)
connections and gain skills to give you the edge in a competitive The MITI program provides an invaluable experience that’ll equip
employment market. you for life’s challenges by offering insights into the business world,
practical learning, leadership and teamwork opportunities. Students
monash.edu/engineering/coop are competitively selected from a range of fields to form multidisciplinary
teams. Working as part of a team, you’ll be placed alongside industry
experts and given a challenging, well-defined real-world project to deliver,
pushing you to use all of your problem-solving, innovation and design
skills. This may even be in a company based overseas.
miti.monash.edu
MONASH HIGH POWERED ROCKETRY (HPR)
Linlin, Claire and Nicole are from Monash HPR, a student team
dedicated to shooting for the stars, or at least 30,000 feet, with
the design and construction of high-powered rockets. This year
HPR are heading to SpacePort America Cup to compete in the
international event.
8Mentoring Entrepreneurial programs
Mentoring can offer support and encouragement to help you succeed, Creativity and entrepreneurialism are at the centre of engineering design
enjoy your studies and gain insights into a career in engineering. education at Monash. You can access dedicated, collaborative design
The Friends and Mentors in Engineering (FaME) group mentoring program and build spaces to take an idea to reality. The university’s entrepreneurial
helps new students settle into university, make friends and get the best initiative, The Generator, provides experiential education, mentors and
out of study and life at Monash. The program also provides FaME peer seed funding to support you and your startup or social enterprise on your
mentors the opportunity to develop leadership and other valuable skills. entrepreneurial journey.
The alumni group mentoring program is available in your final years of Summer Research Program
study. Meet successful industry alumni who’ve had a similar student
At Monash, we undertake innovative, multidisciplinary research
journey as you, seek career advice and learn from their experiences.
addressing national and international priorities. Monash Engineering
Continuous Professional Development has a highly-regarded research profile with extensive links to both
industry and the research community worldwide. As an undergraduate
The Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Program is a compulsory
engineering student, you’ll have the opportunity to complete 12 weeks
requirement for all undergraduate Monash Engineering students. It’s an
of paid research training over the University’s summer break, which
online collection of all work, volunteering, and personal and professional
counts towards your Continuous Professional Development requirements.
development opportunities you experience throughout your time studying
You’ll work closely with academic staff on a broad range of fascinating
your degree. There are numerous opportunities to help you develop these
research projects.
skills and experiences and build your CPD hours to complete the minimum
of 420 hours required. When you graduate, your CPD Completion monash.edu/engineering/summer-research-program
Certificate makes an impressive addition to your CV, by demonstrating
highly sought-after attributes in the professional world. It also supports Study abroad and exchange
Engineers Australia certification. Spending part of your engineering degree overseas on exchange
will expose you to new ways of learning and living. You’ll also build an
monash.edu/engineering/CPD
international network, develop independence and enjoy a cross-cultural
experience. Monash has exchange agreements with more than 150
universities in over 30 countries. While you’re overseas your studies are
credited towards your degree. As an engineering student, you’ll also have
the chance to study at Monash Malaysia. Students from Monash Malaysia
can also apply to spend a semester at Clayton.
monash.edu/study-abroad/outbound
Scan me or visit
monash.edu/engineering/
change-makers/nicole
9STUDENT TEAMS
AND CLUBS
Student-led teams, clubs and societies give you the chance to get more out of your uni
experience. Develop hands-on skills, solve real problems and compete on the world stage.
Form lasting friendships and networks, develop your professional skills and pursue areas
you’re passionate about.
In a student team you’ll get hands on with authentic, real-world projects Monash Engineering Students’ Society (MESS)
and challenges. Work together in diverse, multi-disciplinary teams to deliver MESS is a not-for-profit organisation that’ll enrich your Monash
innovative products or drive change to make the world a better place. experience through social and academic experiences that are engaging
Our student-run clubs and societies provide opportunities to connect with and fun. MESS also produces an annual engineering careers guide –
like-minded people, learn new skills and engage with industry to broaden a useful resource to help you secure post study employment.
your networks. Some of the groups available are:
Monash Motorsport (MMS)
Female Engineers at Monash (FEM) Join the MMS team and help conceive, design, build and race a
FEM supports, inspires and connects female engineering students with formula-style racing car. The MMS team, currently ranked 1st in the
women working in the faculty and the profession. The society delivers world, has a mission to create the most competitive and well-designed
events and industry guides to give you easy access to information that combustion, electric and driverless cars possible. Build strong links with
helps you make the most of your uni experience, and make a smooth the local engineering industry and make use of innovative facilities and
transition into the workplace. leading research.
MONASH MOTORSPORT
Ranked #1 in the world, Monash Motorsport
is a highly competitive student-run team
with over 100 engineering, science and
commerce students.
10Monash Nova Rover Other engineering clubs, teams and societies you can be involved with are:
Monash Nova Rover was the first Australian student team to be selected • Engineers Without Borders
to compete in The Mars Society University Rover Challenge. The annual • Gay and Lesbian Engineers at Monash
robotics competition held at the Mars Desert Research Station in the • Materials Engineering Society
United States, challenges teams to design and build a rover to be used by • Mechatronics Engineering Clayton Club
explorers on Mars. The team was made up of students from Engineering, • Monash Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering Club
Science, Law, Business and Medicine. They were placed top 10 in • Monash Association of Civil Engineering Students
the world. • Monash BrewLab
• Monash Connected Autonomous Vehicle
Precious Plastic Monash • Monash deepNeuron
Precious Plastic is a global community to encourage more plastic
• Monash Engineering and Pharmaceutical Science Society
recycling. Their mission is to tackle plastic pollution by designing
• Monash Environmental Engineering Society
machines that recycle waste into valuable goods. The Monash chapter
• Monash Forge
is a multidisciplinary team of students from Engineering, and Arts and
• Monash High Powered Rocketry
Design. They build, design and modify machines that turn plastic into
pellets and are integrating the machines into a single transportable • Monash Human Power
unit that can be used for production and community education • Monash Solar Decathlon Team
and engagement. • Monash Unmanned Aerial Systems
• Monash Young MedTech Innovators
Robogals Monash • Resources Engineering Student Society
Robogals Monash is a not-for-profit organisation that aims to • Society of Monash Electrical Engineers
encourage more young women to pursue STEM career opportunities, • Society of Monash University Chemical Engineers
with a focus on engineering. Robogals offers opportunities to • Transport Engineers at Monash
strengthen your communication and leadership skills, and gives
volunteers access to professional development opportunities within For information on all of our student
an international organisation. teams and clubs visit monash.edu/
engineering/student-experience/
teams-and-clubs
11OUR 10 SPECIALISATIONS
COURSES Aerospace
engineering
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Degree
At Monash you can become a fully qualified and accredited engineer
in just four years. Your degree kicks off with a ‘common first year’ that Chemical
allows you to explore the ten engineering disciplines before specialising engineering
from second year. We also offer you the opportunity to broaden your
options with a double degree, which can be completed in just one
additional year. See page 14.
Civil
TAKE YOUR STUDIES FURTHER engineering
Whether you want to gain a professional edge, or are looking to explore
your specialisation at an advanced level or pursue research interests,
graduate study will take your qualification to the next level.
Engineering (Honours) and Masters Degree Package
This is pathway program for high-achieving students to be on track
to earn, in just five years, both a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
and an expert master’s degree in advanced engineering. The Masters
Accelerated Pathway program allows you to gain practical and theoretical
skills for a career in engineering. There’s a rich selection of specialist
electives to choose from, and the course offers strong links to industry
and a focus on leadership skills to strengthen your critical reasoning and
strategic thinking skills.
monash.edu/engineering/masters-accelerated-pathway
Master of Advanced Engineering
The Master of Advanced Engineering is an inspiring study experience,
designed to take everything you’ve achieved in your undergraduate
degree to the next level. The expert master’s program explores your
chosen specialisation at an advanced technical level and is designed to
foster innovative thinking, entrepreneurship and leadership. The masters
also offers a competitive advantage that positions you to lead innovation
and drive industry change in your field of engineering.
monash.edu/engineering/masters
Other graduate study options
• Graduate Research Degree
• Master of Professional Engineering
Online programs:
• Master of Transport and Traffic
• Master of Infrastructure Engineering and Management
• Master of Bioproduct Manufacturing Engineering
For more information on all the graduate study options available visit:
monash.edu/engineering/postgraduate-study
Woodside Building for Technology and Design
12Electrical and Computer Materials Robotics and
Systems engineering engineering Mechatronics
engineering
Environmental Mechanical Software
engineering engineering engineering
Resources
engineering
13DOUBLE YOUR
CAREER OPTIONS
Earn two degrees with only one* extra year of study and broaden your career opportunities.
Combining engineering with another degree gives you a distinct set of skills and helps you
stand out in today’s competitive job market.
Employers often seek engineering graduates with expertise in other Commerce
disciplines and are impressed by the breadth of knowledge and insight Do you dream of making it big in the business world? If so,
in double-degree graduates. Combine your engineering degree with engineering and commerce is a powerful combination. Many CEOs of
commerce, information technology, science and more to pursue a career major corporations have engineering qualifications. People with sound
in either area, or to take up one of the many opportunities emerging at the business skills and a strong technological background are consistently
intersection of disciplines. An engineering double degree offers diversity, in demand across many industries and organisations.
more career choices and flexibility.
Architectural Design
The building industry needs engineering professionals with strong
architectural knowledge. The combination of architectural design with Computer Science
civil engineering is an exploration of creative solutions to a wide variety Computer science provides solutions to the ever-increasing information
of engineering and social problems. challenges in the modern world. Industry needs people who can extract
You’ll graduate with valuable skills for transforming the built environment, and analyse information from the massive datasets generated by
from the design of buildings or bridges to renovating existing structures engineering processes and devices. Big data is the new challenge and
to work more efficiently. The ability to provide solutions through creative opportunity in engineering practice across industries from construction
thinking and realistic applications will make you attractive to architectural and manufacturing, to transport and the energy sector. This double
and engineering firms in Australia and overseas. degree integrates theoretical and practical skills to solve engineering
problems and create innovative solutions across the IT spectrum,
from hardware to software.
Arts
Combining an engineering degree with an arts degree provides
complementary skills in technology and communications. You’ll develop Design^
the transferable skills employers are looking for: communication, Have an eye for form and function? Like to build things? Consider
teamwork, research and critical thinking. combining mechanical engineering with design to become a product
design engineer. Product design engineers design and develop
Arts at Monash provides your comprehensive gateway to about 40 areas manufactured products that are functional, ergonomic, beautiful
of study across the arts, humanities and social sciences. With this dual and well-engineered.
degree you’ll have a portfolio uniquely tailored to meet your interests
and aspirations. This double degree integrates the technical and project management
skills of an engineer with the creativity and manufacturing know-how
of an industrial designer.
Biomedical Science
If you’re eager to explore a career in biological/biomedical engineering,
consider a double degree in engineering and biomedical science. Information Technology
Advances in biological sciences and demand for technological solutions In an age of increasing technological advancements, the synergy
are creating opportunities for engineers. In the coming years engineering between engineering and information technology (IT) will only become
will be transformed, as it parallels and fuses with developments in stronger. IT underpins engineering practice in all disciplines, and industry
biomedical science. needs graduates with skills and expertise spanning both. You could do
anything from designing a stunning visualisation of engineering data,
to building an app for data collection, to setting up the business IT
processes to deliver an engineering product via the internet. This double
degree combines creative and problem-solving skills to use IT in
engineering applications.
* Additional 2.25 years for engineering and laws double degree.
^ Industrial design only.
† Formulation science only.
‡ No double degrees are available with the resources engineering specialisation.
14Laws (Honours)*
An engineering and laws double degree bridges the gap between
technological and legal issues. This double degree combination
produces engineers who are sensitive to the legal, corporate and political
implications of technology and its applications. As an engineering and law
graduate, you’re eligible to practise as a solicitor; alternatively, you might
join the legal team of an engineering, manufacturing or technology firm.
Pharmaceutical Science †
There’s an increasing demand for pharmaceutical scientists with the
expertise to take products from the design and formulation stage through
to manufacturing. Chemical engineers can design, run and troubleshoot
production facilities, but their training typically excludes the skills to
develop pharmaceutical and related products. Similarly, formulation
scientists can invent and test products such as pharmaceuticals, food and
cosmetics, but they lack the know-how to manage the product process
beyond the laboratory stage. This double degree combines chemical
engineering and pharmaceutical science to produce professionals capable
of covering the full spectrum of the pharmaceutical product design and
development processes.
Science
Engineering is concerned with the application of science, however many
engineers are fascinated by scientific investigation and eager to enhance
their understanding of the pure sciences. You may choose to combine
engineering with food science or technology, or explore the fundamentals
of the cosmos through astrophysics. Or you may be interested in the most
fascinating machine of all – the human body.
For more information, visit monash.edu/engineering/double-degrees
DOUBLE DEGREE COMBINATIONS
The following table shows double degree combinations and the
Engineering specialisations with which they’re available:
Priya chose to study Environmental
Pharmaceutical Science†
Engineering and Commerce. She thought
this would give her the best of both worlds,
Architectural Design
Biomedical Science
Computer Science
enabling her to view crucial issues from
Laws (Honours)*
environmental, technical and commercial
Commerce
perspectives. She also knew the double degree
Science
Design^
would offer her a range of career opportunities.
Arts
IT
Aerospace ● ● ● ● “I was attracted to Environmental Engineering
Chemical ● ● ● ● ● ● in particular because sustainability is one of
Civil ● ● ● ● ● ● the key issues facing the world. I think we
Electrical and all have a responsibility to try and make a
● ● ● ● ● ● ●
computer systems difference in areas we’re passionate about.”
Environmental ● ● ●
PRIYA AGARWAL
Materials ● ● ● ● ● Consultant, Risk Advisory, EY
Bachelor of Environmental Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Commerce
Mechanical ● ● ● ● ● ●
Resources ‡
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Robotics and monash.edu/engineering/
● ● ●
Mechatronics
change-makers/priya
Software ● ● ● ● ●
15Clayton
AEROSPACE ENGINEERING
4 years full-time Aerospace engineering is concerned with The Airbus A350, A400M and the Boeing 787
8 years part-time the design, airworthiness, development Dreamliner are just some of the advances led by
and maintenance of flight vehicles. It’s a aerospace engineers. Career specialisations include:
February and July multidisciplinary combination of aerodynamics, • aircraft design and testing
ATAR: 92.3* aero‑structures, avionics, propulsion, materials • avionics and control systems
engineering and computational simulation. • airport operations and management
IB: 35*
As an aerospace engineer, you’ll have the skills • aircraft fleet management
MG: 86 • manufacturing
to tackle many of tomorrow’s global challenges.
Specialist You may be involved in the creation of a more • research and development
environmentally-friendly aircraft, or even help • defence industries
DEGREE AWARDED build a vehicle capable of exploring our solar • renewable energy
Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering system and beyond. Project work includes the • transportation aerodynamics
(Honours) use of wind tunnels for aerodynamic testing, • building and structure design and testing.
computational modelling for predicting structural
behaviour, advanced manufacturing, and
DOUBLE DEGREES
• Arts
materials and structural testing.
• Commerce
Career options
• Laws (Honours)
When you graduate you could work in aircraft
• Science
design and maintenance, aerospace control
systems, aerodynamics, sustainable energy
CRICOS: 001722B and conservation, lightweight materials, big data
* T he scores provided are to be used as a guide only, analytics, or new manufacturing techniques.
and are either the lowest selection rank to which an You could join a large aerospace company or
offer was made in 2020 or an estimate (E).
MG: Monash Guarantee. a manufacturer that contracts to the aerospace
industry. Or work at an airline, a government
aerospace laboratory or research centre.
Formula One teams also employ aerospace
engineers. You could also have a career in
management, consulting or finance. Join a
thrilling profession in the midst of developing
the next generation of flight vehicles.
I am passionate about space exploration and engineering
is the closest I can get to working with cutting-edge technology
to pioneer new ways to discover the universe.
Being part of Monash Nova Rover I have met other students
who share a similar passion for space. There are many benefits
to being in a student team, you hear about work-related
opportunities or internships and you can further apply the
skills from your studies in a real-life team environment.
It’s also a great way to grow your network.”
SHEFIN MARIYA JOJU
Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Science (Astrophysics)
Operations Team, Nova Rover
16CHEMICAL ENGINEERING Clayton, Malaysia
Chemical engineering blends chemistry with Career options 4 years full-time
engineering and other fields including biological As a chemical engineer, you can: 8 years part-time
science, environmental science, nanotechnology, • develop alternative fuels and renewable
pharmaceutical science, mathematical February and July
sources for chemicals, pharmaceuticals
modelling, mineral processing, management and power production ATAR: 92.3*
and economics. Many everyday items involve • design, develop or improve industrial processes
chemical engineering during some stage of their IB: 35*
and equipment for large-scale chemical and
production: pharmaceuticals, computer chips, MG: 86
biochemical manufacturing
mobile phones, catalysts, food and water, and
• plan and test methods of manufacturing Specialist
our fossil fuel and renewable energy sources,
• improve energy efficiency or reduce water and
to name just a few. DEGREE AWARDED
resource consumption at manufacturing sites
Chemical engineers invent, develop, design • develop sustainable methods for the Bachelor of Chemical Engineering
and improve the sustainability of processes treatment of byproducts and waste from (Honours)
that convert raw materials into useful products, manufacturing processes
with minimal environmental impact. They’re • devise green production processes DOUBLE DEGREES
also involved with pollution control, energy that are safe, efficient, profitable and • Arts
generation and conservation, recovering energy environmentally sound • Biomedical Science
from waste and renewable resources, and • research naturally-occurring chemical reactions • Commerce
protection of the environment. so that these processes can be copied for • Laws (Honours)
A selection of high-achieving students are given human benefit
• Pharmaceutical Science
the opportunity to undertake integrated industrial • conduct environmental impact studies
• Science
training in their final year. You’ll have the benefit • develop and implement lower emission
of expert industry lecturers teaching several units production technologies
CRICOS: 001722B
in third and fourth year, in addition to frequent • research and develop new processes and
industry guest lecturers in all year levels. products including mathematical modelling * T he scores provided are to be used as a guide only,
and are either the lowest selection rank to which an
• design, develop and use advanced and offer was made in 2020 or an estimate (E).
renewable materials. MG: Monash Guarantee.
Sustainable development is at
the heart of what Daniel does at
Tesla, where he’s designing robust
interventions to create better ways of
manufacturing for vehicle painting.
“Working for Tesla has made me
excited for the future, because you
really see how each individual can have
an impact on a greater goal. Global
impact requires direction towards a
common goal, aligning the resources
and knowledge needed to reach it,
and commitment to making positive
change stick.”
DANIEL WIELECHOWSKI
Manufacturing Engineer, TESLA
Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Chemistry
Master of Environment and Sustainability.
17Clayton, Malaysia
CIVIL ENGINEERING
4 years full-time Civil engineers design and improve infrastructure spillways, and pipe networks. Manage rivers
8 years part-time systems and processes that allow humans and and develop systems to collect and treat
nature to coexist with minimal impact. Modern wastewater, and develop urban water systems.
February and July society couldn’t function without them. We need
• Transport – plan for the future travel needs
92.3* civil engineers to design and build higher‑capacity
ATAR: of cities and rural areas. Investigate alternative
transportation systems. We need them to
IB: 35* transport technologies to make existing road
construct larger commercial and industrial
and traffic systems safer, more efficient, and
MG: 86 complexes. We need them for water supply
user-focused.
and pollution control.
Specialist • Geomechanics – design and analysis of
We need efficient, cost‑effective and innovative
DEGREE AWARDED foundations and support structures, slopes,
repair or replacement of civil infrastructure such
Bachelor of Civil Engineering waste containment facilities, dams and tunnels,
as roads, bridges and buildings. At Monash we
(Honours) as well as engineering of geomaterials for
help you prepare for your civil engineering career
infrastructure projects.
early, with a focus on the fundamentals and a
taste of industry experience through opportunities Career options
DOUBLE DEGREES
• Architectural Design
in the major fields.
When you graduate as a civil engineer, you’ll
• Arts As a civil engineer, you can be involved in: find challenging and rewarding opportunities
• Biomedical Science in the following areas:
• Structural – design and oversee construction
• Commerce • government infrastructure projects
of buildings, bridges, airports, railways,
• Laws (Honours) • private industry
commercial complexes, towers, offshore
• Science platforms, and tunnels. Ensure structures • construction and mining
remain sound under extreme conditions such • roads and traffic industries
CRICOS: 001722B as heavy traffic, high winds and earthquakes. • marine and resort developments
* T he scores provided are to be used as a guide only,
• property and land development
• Water – plan and manage water supply
and are either the lowest selection rank to which an • consulting firms.
offer was made in 2020 or an estimate (E). and drainage systems for communities,
MG: Monash Guarantee. agriculture, and industry. Develop projects
to control flood waters, design dams,
As part of my degree I went on
exchange to study engineering in
Sweden. Expanding my knowledge
and understanding of different cultures,
the exchange program increased my
future employability by advancing my
knowledge of different regions, transport
systems and engineering practices.
Finishing university was nerve racking
but an exciting new adventure. I secured
a graduate engineers position at a firm
in the city, where I am now working
as a design engineer. My 5-year plan
is to learn as much as I can and gain
experience in as many different areas
as I can and work my way to a project
lead engineer.”
THOMAS BARBOUR
Design Engineer, Watsons Land Development Consultants
Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Commerce
18ELECTRICAL AND
COMPUTER SYSTEMS
Clayton, Malaysia
4 years full-time
ENGINEERING
8 years part-time
February and July
ATAR: 92.3*
Electrical and computer systems engineering is an Career options
extremely diverse field, encompassing biomedical, IB: 35*
As an electrical and computer systems engineer,
computer systems, electronics, electrical power, you can design and develop digital products MG: 86
AI, robotics and telecommunications. Electrical such as smartphones, virtual reality systems
and computer systems engineers investigate, Specialist
or computer games, or maybe robotic medical
plan, design, develop, construct, test, market and devices to assist in surgery and rehabilitation. DEGREE AWARDED
maintain a wide range of products and systems. You could work locally or internationally in a Bachelor of Electrical and Computer
Monash will give you the hands-on training and wide range of industries, including: Systems Engineering (Honours)
theoretical insight you need for an exciting future • power generation
as an electrical and computer systems engineer. • industrial and power electronics
DOUBLE DEGREES
• wireless communications • Arts
You’ll experience industry-standard
• artificial intelligence • Biomedical Science
reprogrammable chips in the laboratories
• optical communications • Commerce
from first year onwards. By third year you’ll be
• the ‘Internet of Things’ • Computer Science
building miniaturised machines with very powerful
processing on board. In fourth year you may apply • embedded systems • Information Technology
this knowledge to a ‘product’ of your own. • computer programming • Laws (Honours)
• robotics • Science
• healthcare.
Many Monash graduates work in large public CRICOS: 001722B
and private telecommunications, manufacturing * T he scores provided are to be used as a guide only,
and electrical-power companies. Others work for and are either the lowest selection rank to which an
offer was made in 2020 or an estimate (E).
defence and intelligence organisations. You could MG: Monash Guarantee.
also work in banking and finance, or with any
organisation that creates, stores, encodes and
transmits big data or manages complex systems.
As a future electrical engineer, I want to develop
solutions related to computer systems and robotics
industries. I hope to run my own engineering start-
up that focuses on developing creative solutions
to tackle real-world problems.
I participated in Monash Engineering’s Leadership
Program which has led me to further career
development opportunities. This included the
Telstra Engineering Leadership Scholarship
at Monash University and a 12 week summer
internship opportunity in the Telstra Summer
Vacation Program. Doing engineering has been
such a rewarding and enjoyable experience.”
EMILY QIAO
Bachelor of Electrical and Computer Science Engineering (Honours)
and Bachelor of Commerce
President, Robogals Monash
Former National Finance Officer, UN Youth Australia
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19ENVIRONMENTAL
ENGINEERING
Clayton
4 years full-time
8 years part-time
February and July Few branches of engineering have such a Organisations employing environmental
profound impact on our health, quality of life and engineers include:
ATAR: 92.3* the future wellbeing of the planet as environmental • power generation
IB: 35* engineering. It’s all about the implementation and • engineering consulting firms
management of solutions and programs in keeping • industries that need cleaner
MG: 86
with the principles of sustainable development. production systems
Specialist It involves reducing energy and resource use • private and municipal agencies that supply
and both minimising and managing waste and drinking water and treat wastewater
DEGREE AWARDED pollution, while providing the community with the • companies treating and disposing of
Bachelor of Environmental development opportunities it needs to grow. hazardous waste
Engineering (Honours)
Environmental engineering encompasses water • environmental agencies and companies
and air-pollution control, recycling, water supply, responsible for mine-site rehabilitation
DOUBLE DEGREES waste disposal, land management, transport • organisations helping to account for carbon
• Arts and the built environment, process engineering, and implementing low-carbon solutions
• Commerce and public health issues. • government agencies monitoring and
• Science regulating environmental issues
Career options • universities that teach and conduct
CRICOS: 001722B
Environmental problems exist in all countries sustainability research
and industries, so your opportunities are broad • international agencies that aid
* T he scores provided are to be used as a guide only,
and are either the lowest selection rank to which an and far-reaching. You could work in air-pollution developing nations.
offer was made in 2020 or an estimate (E). control, water supply, land management, impact
MG: Monash Guarantee.
assessment, hazardous-waste management,
energy production, stormwater and wastewater
management, environmental management
systems and much more.
Simone Pianko is the founder of
BorrowCup, a social impact venture to
reduce waste and make the campus
more sustainable by providing free
reusable cups to borrow at nine cafes
on campus.
“I’d love to see other students inspired
by this project. The university is a living
laboratory for testing ideas to make our
society more sustainable. If you’re like
me and you like solving problems, or
want to make the world a better place,
or think about society and how you
could change it, then engineering could
be for you.”
SIMONE PIANKO
Bachelor of Environmental Engineering (Honours)
and Bachelor of Commerce
Founder of BorrowCup
Sustainability and Resilience Intern, AECOM
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20MATERIALS
ENGINEERING
Clayton
4 years full-time
8 years part-time
Materials engineering is all about making Career options February and July
new materials and improving existing ones. Demand for materials engineers continues to
It’s about making things stronger, lighter and ATAR: 92.3*
outstrip supply, with Monash graduates receiving
more functional, sustainable and cost-effective. an exceptional response in the employment IB: 35*
It underpins much of engineering – if we want to market. Working across a range of exciting MG: 86
make things, we need to have materials with the industries including aerospace, biomedical,
right properties. Whether it’s a next-generation mining, future manufacturing, 3D printing Specialist
jet engine, a biodegradable tissue scaffold to and recycling, materials engineers become:
grow organs from stem cells, or new types of DEGREE AWARDED
• biomedical engineers
solar cells and batteries, the structure, properties Bachelor of Materials Engineering
• consultants
and processing of materials are crucial to the (Honours)
• technology managers
final product.
• metallurgists
Materials engineers work with everything • materials designers DOUBLE DEGREES
from the thermal protection of space shuttles • energy scientists and future renewable • Arts
to high-tech artificial hip and cochlear implants, energy engineers • Biomedical Science
and nanoparticles that seek and destroy cancer. • forensic engineers, aircraft forensics • Commerce
Materials engineering is truly interdisciplinary. and defence scientists • Laws (Honours)
It involves physics, mathematics, biology and • failure analysts • Science
chemistry, culminating in a groundbreaking • materials selection specialists
research field and a thriving job market. (aero, auto, structural) CRICOS: 001722B
As a materials engineer, your expertise will be • process engineers * T he scores provided are to be used as a guide only,
sought after in the emerging fields of additive
• corrosion or durability engineers and are either the lowest selection rank to which an
manufacturing, nanotechnology, biomedical offer was made in 2020 or an estimate (E).
• research engineers. MG: Monash Guarantee.
materials, electronic materials, recycling and
energy generation, the development of lightweight
metal alloys and in traditional industries such as
metallurgy and mining.
As part of the Co-operative Education Program,
I participated in a summer internship with John Holland
Building Team, working on the Flinders Gate Project.
At the end of the three-month term, I was invited to
continue working part-time while I continued my studies.
Through these opportunities I have gained insight into
what is involved in project management of a large
commercial office building in the construction industry.
It has been a very enriching experience. You get
a sense of pride when you walk past the building
knowing you’ve helped build it in your own
small way.”
SEII CHEN
Bachelor of Materials Engineering (Honours)
Undergraduate Engineer, John Holland
President of Material Science and Engineering Student Society,
Section Leader, Monash Forge and Materials Engineer, Monash Human Power
21MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING
Clayton, Malaysia
4 years full-time
8 years part-time
February and July Mechanical engineering is about the efficient Optimise the aerodynamics of trucks and trains,
use of energy in the design and function of work with the medical profession to create robots
ATAR: 92.3* all types of mechanisms, from the simplest that can operate with greater precision than a
IB: 35* to the most complex. It builds on physics, human, or be at the cutting edge of advanced
chemistry, materials, mathematics and biology manufacturing using 3D printers to create
MG: 86
to achieve this goal. Growth industries include aircraft parts with elegance and function.
Specialist advanced manufacturing, smart buildings,
renewable energy, medical engineering and Career options
DEGREE AWARDED consulting practice. As a mechanical engineer you will discover
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering countless opportunities in a wide range of
(Honours) Mechanical engineers are increasingly engaged
industries in Australia and overseas. You could
in the design and operation of devices that require
pursue one or more of these specialist areas:
skills that cross traditional discipline boundaries.
DOUBLE DEGREES • building systems engineering
As a mechanical engineer, you could design
• Arts automatic control systems, or create efficiently • advanced manufacturing
• Biomedical Science heated and cooled buildings. You could manage • product process and design
• Commerce the water supply for a whole state, take charge • consulting and project management
• Design of the operation of a smart building, design wind • research and development
• Laws (Honours) turbines or highly efficient, low-cost products for • aerospace field and test engineering
• Science the developing world. • mechanical design automation
• robotics prosthetic limb and joint design
• renewable energy systems.
CRICOS: 001722B
* T he scores provided are to be used as a guide only,
and are either the lowest selection rank to which an
offer was made in 2020 or an estimate (E).
MG: Monash Guarantee.
My passion for car racing made
mechanical engineering the obvious
choice. Joining the Monash Motorsport
team has increased my engineering
knowledge in vehicle dynamics, and
helped me develop my engineering
hands on skills. Being able to design,
build and race formula cars as part of
my degree has brought me so much
enjoyment as well as allowing me to
work with my best mates through
the team.”
JACK BELL
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours)
Driver, Monash Motorsport
Australian National Karting Champion
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22RESOURCES
ENGINEERING
Clayton
4 years full-time
8 years part-time
Resources engineering includes two streams, managerial positions with mining engineers February and July
mining and renewable energy, that meet the experienced in the life cycle of mining projects
ever‑changing global challenges and future and day-to-day operations. ATAR: 92.3*
demands of industry and society. From third year IB: 35*
Renewable energy
you’ll develop expertise in your stream of choice
Renewable energy engineering focuses on the MG: 86
and be provided with the opportunities to enhance
fundamental conversion of solar radiation, wind,
your skills in leadership and management. Specialist
hydro, and bioenergy resources into electricity by
Expand your knowledge and explore different
designing, building and operating energy plants DEGREE AWARDED
fields through a comprehensive range of
such as wind farms, solar farms and hydro power Bachelor of Resources Engineering
electives from civil, environmental and resources
facilities. These engineers run the large-scale (Honours)
engineering, opening up a wide range of exciting
energy system incorporating renewables, and
career opportunities to choose from.
they provide expert advice in the development
CRICOS: 001722B
Resources engineers take a leading role in of energy policy to facilitate the transformation
solving complex and multidisciplinary engineering of the energy system, both domestically * T he scores provided are to be used as a guide only,
and are either the lowest selection rank to which an
problems. They find innovative, and sustainable and internationally. offer was made in 2020 or an estimate (E).
ways to make the extraction of natural resources MG: Monash Guarantee.
cleaner and safer, and create advancements in Career options
new renewable technologies to meet the energy Resources engineers are in high demand and
needs for generations to come. there is a diverse range of potential career paths
available, in Australia or overseas. You could work
Resources engineering streams in a wide range of areas including:
Mining • environmental protection
Mining engineering aims to provide sustainable • mining and exploration
solutions for the safe extraction and processing • tunnelling, road and railway construction
of minerals with a minimal environmental • consulting and technical specialists
and energy footprint. As a practical discipline • numerical modelling
with strong industry engagement, it covers
• government policy
exploration, resource estimation, mine design,
• conventional energy generation
mineral processing, financial, economic and risk
• hydropower design and operation
assessment, and management. Mining companies
• wind and solar farm design and operation
often provide career opportunities to fill their
• emerging technology research and design.
Keely completed internships at BHP Billiton’s Olympic
Dam mine and ExxonMobil whilst studying her degree.
“Working at ExxonMobil in the production team allowed me
to really work on my critical thinking skills, to help improve
production efficiency. During this internship, I was able to
live on an oil platform in the Bass Strait for a week, which
was incredible.
I wanted to work in a field which has such huge site operations
and to be able to physically see the difference that your work
makes to the operation. I have accepted a graduate position
at Rio Tinto, where I will move to Perth and work FIFO from
the Pilbara. I can’t wait to have a career which lets you have
something different to look forward to every day.”
KEELY SIMPSON-BULL
Graduate Mining Engineer, Rio Tinto
Bachelor of Mining Engineering (Honours)^
Past Vice-President, Resources Engineering Student Society
^ T he mining specialisation is now offered under the
Bachelor of Resources Engineering (Honours)
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