Undergraduate
Mechanical Engineering
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Student Central
The University of Western Australia (M355), 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009
Telephone
131 UWA (131 892)
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(+61 8) 6488 1000
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Careers and further study
This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career options.
Career Pathways
Mechanical engineer, researcher or consultant
As a mechanical engineer you will develop broad-based knowledge which will enable you to move easily between industries. Career pathway options range from offshore and petroleum engineering through to the building, mining, mineral processing, construction, power, automotive and aerospace-manufacturing industries, where you will design and oversee the development, installation, operation and maintenance of machinery, solve practical engineering problems and improve efficiency.
Fees and scholarships
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
Admission requirements
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.
Minimum entry requirements
- 8
- 525
- 12
- 3.3
- 27
- 8
- 66
- 60
- 270
- 75
- 80
- 320
Admission requirements
Admission Requirements
- Mathematics Methods ATAR
- At least one of the following three subjects: Mathematics Specialist ATAR, Chemistry ATAR or Physics ATAR
All four subjects are recommended. If you do not have all four subjects you will need to complete extra units in first year, which may mean taking additional units to meet the course requirements.
English competency
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Course details
Mechanical Engineering is all about the development, installation, operation and maintenance of machinery, solving practical engineering problems and improving efficiency – putting mechanical engineering graduates in high demand in many industries. Ideal for anyone with an interest in how things work and being hands-on finding solutions and innovations. In UWA’s Mechanical Engineering major, you’ll explore theories, methods and practices used in sound and vibration, control, thermodynamics, fluids, robotics, computer simulation and materials.
The Mechanical Engineering major covers core theories, methods and practices used in modern mechanical engineering, as well as allowing for specialisation in areas of personal interest. The course has a strong focus on research and design and emphasises the necessary skills and ways of thinking to lead future change in this exciting field.
During your study you will have hands-on experience with Python programming; use industrial equipment in laboratory classes and industry standard design and analysis software; and develop control methodologies for real mechanical engineering applications.
Quick details
- Available
- Full-time, Part-time
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- MJD-EMECH
- 106081B
- 4-years full time
- UH011
Why study Mechanical Engineering?
- You’ll make valuable connections with UWA’s industry partners including Woodside, Chevron, Lycopodium, Royal Perth Hospital, Alcoa and other members of the mechanical engineering industry advisory panel – giving your career a head start.
- You will become an industry-ready mechanical engineer with a broad skillset, which will place you in high demand across industries from offshore and petroleum engineering through to the building, mining, mineral processing, construction, power, automotive and aerospace-manufacturing industries.
- You’ll be joining a community of like-minded inventors and innovators, who enjoy getting hands-on working with thermodynamics, measurement and noise, machine components and more in the UWA Makers Lab.
Student clubs
Whatever you’re interested in, you’ll find people here to share your journey.
Enhance your employability while making lifelong friends and connections by joining one of our many student clubs, such as:
- The Institution of Mechanical Engineers UWA Student Chapter (IMechE UWA)
- The UWA Motorsport Team (UWAM)
- UWA Aerospace
- The University Engineers' Club (UEC)
- The UWA Young Engineers' Club (UWAYE)
- Engineers Without Borders (EWB)
Find out more about all our student clubs from the UWA Student Guild.
You'll learn to
- Utilise advanced technical mechanical engineering skills in problem identification, simplification, analysis, planning, design, implementation and operation for an exciting career in engineering.
- Create innovative engineering solutions to solve complex issues by applying critical thinking skills and your knowledge of established engineering methods
- Understand and implement the mathematical foundations underlying mechanical engineering concepts
- Develop a deep practical understanding of the core concepts of mechanical engineering and extend this knowledge to more specialised areas such as sound and vibration, control, thermodynamics, fluids, robotics, computer simulation and materials
- Work effectively in a team, bringing leadership and accountability to successfully solve real-world problems
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Your degree options
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Graduate with two degrees
The combined degree option allows you to pair your Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree with another passion, broadening your career options and giving you an edge in a rapidly changing workforce.
You can combine the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with:
You’ll graduate with two Bachelor degrees in just five years*, opening up a world of possible career paths while broadening your knowledge, networks and horizons.
Duration: 5 years*
ATAR: 88
TISC Code:
> Commerce: UB004
> Science: UB006
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)
Ideal for high-achievers with a passion for engineering, this combined degree gives you the opportunity to get hands-on undergraduate research experience, one-on-one mentoring from leading academics and overseas exchange and education opportunities.
Duration: 5.5 - 6.5 years
ATAR: 98
TISC Code: TBA
*Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Commerce with Chemical Engineering major will take 5.5 years to complete.
*Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/ Bachelor of Modern Languages will take 5.25 to 5.5 years to complete.
Work Experience
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) offers work integrated learning (WIL) opportunities where you can:
- Gain practical hands-on industry relevant experience and skills
- Bridge the gap between theory and practice
- Develop employability skills through a science work placement
As part of your studies, you will complete a 12-week practicum and professional-development experience. This can be achieved by spending at least eight weeks in an engineering environment of your choice.
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