Engineering
Source: https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/engineering
Why study Engineering at UTS
From smarter cities and AI-driven robots to sustainable infrastructure and advanced electronics, engineers use creativity and problem-solving to design the systems that power our health, transport and digital world.
When you study engineering at UTS, learning is hands-on in purpose-designed labs and state-of-the-art facilities, giving you the practical experience with real engineering applications before you graduate.
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Employment projections
## 15.8% increase
in engineering manager positions over the next five years.
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Industry connections
## 1000+
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course rankings
## #3 in Australia
We're among the top universities to study engineering.
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Study options
From the roads we travel on to the cars we drive, the power we use and even the medical devices we rely on, engineers are behind it all. Learn how to create the groundbreaking innovations and solutions of tomorrow with our industry-led, practice-based Engineering programs.
Blend technology and medicine to further our understanding of health and create the groundbreaking, innovative medical breakthroughs of tomorrow.
Build solutions for the future and create effective, human-focused and resilient infrastructure. Learn from industry leaders and build in-demand skills in research, project management, implementation and more.
Power the systems that power our world. Study a wide array of communication and electrical energy technologies, get hands-on expertise and learn from industry experts, ensuring you have what it takes to succeed in this rewarding industry.
Learn how solids and fluids, heat and electricity interact, building an in-depth knowledge of the forces that rule our world. You’ll design robots, smart machines and more, ensuring you graduate fully prepared to create and innovate the new mechanical devices of tomorrow.
Where can a career in Engineering take you?
Engineering graduates are in demand across industries shaping the future from artificial intelligence and robotics to sustainable and smart infrastructure, and digital technologies. Engineers design the systems that power modern life, solving real-world challenges in cities, healthcare, transport and technology. \ \ Careers you could pursue\ \ With an engineering degree, you could become a:
- Robotics engineer
- Artificial intelligence engineer
- Renewable energy engineer
- Civil or infrastructure engineer
- Biomedical engineer
- Software systems engineer
- Environmental engineer
Check out the estimated salary of graduate engineers
Industry accreditation
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Data Science Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Flexible Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, and Software Engineering are fully accredited by Engineers Australia. These degrees are recognised internationally by signatories to the Washington Accord.
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Chemical Process Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and Renewable Energy Engineering are provisionally accredited with Engineers Australia, and are expected to be eligible for full accreditation once a representative group of graduates has emerged.
Forge a career in Engineering that leaves a mark
UTS is ranked among the top 10 universities in Australia for Engineering and Technology.
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Forge a career in Engineering that leaves a mark transcript
In the labs of engineering at UTS, challenges are met with a resounding 'yes'. So much more than a passing interest, you'll create things that could make a difference.
From beating hearts to towering heights, this field is for the creative and precise. Start making sense of the chaotic. Next? You'll be into robotics. Medical marvels, cells come alive. Civil wonders where cities thrive.
Whether you choose electrical, biomedical or civil, mechanical, flexible or renewables, this is where pragmatism meets creativity's spark. You'll forge a career that leaves a mark.
Follow in the steps of those who've taken great strides setting expectations and limitations aside. So join us where breakthroughs break through, and if you can, then please do.
For those who see the future, it's never too late. Tomorrow's here – time to innovate.
What you'll experience as an engineering student
An engineering degree at UTS will equip you with the technical expertise, leadership skills and problem-solving capabilities to tackle complex industry challenges and global issues.
Our courses are designed with industry and for industry, ensuring what you learn reflects the skills employers need. The Faculty of Engineering and IT offers a suite of dedicated programs and scholarships that combine classroom learning with real-world employment, industry placements and internships, giving you practical experience while you study.
With partnerships spanning more than 1,000 companies, our strong industry connections ensure our teaching and research remain relevant and innovative. Throughout your degree, you’ll work on real-world projects, design studios and collaborative problem-solving with industry partners helping you build professional networks, gain practical experience and graduate with a competitive edge.
Your learning goes beyond the classroom with access to purpose-built, world-class specialist labs, workshops and studios. These spaces support the full innovation cycle from experimentation and skills development to testing, prototyping and deployment. Throughout your engineering degree you’ll use the tools, technologies and environments that engineering professionals use in their day-to-day.
More than just an Engineering degree
- Solve complex industry and global challenges through innovation.
- Gain real-world, hands-on learning using the tools and technologies engineers use.
- Connect, belong and grow with like-minded students. be part of a community that goes beyond your studies.
- Be part of Tech Festival, a week-long celebration of engineering and technology student innovation.
- Build your industry connection through collaboration opportunities.
- Be eligible to apply for membership to Engineers Australia, the peak body of engineering in Australia.
"I realised engineering wasn’t just theory. It was building things. Solving problems. Working in teams.”
Isabelle Wilkins
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Diploma in Industry Practice (Mechanical and Mechatronic)
Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering, Diploma in Industry Practice
Meet our engineering students
Hear how studying engineering at UTS helped our students grow their skills, shape their careers, and find purpose in what they do.
Isabelle's Engineering journey isn’t just about degrees and grades; it’s about exploration, hands-on learning, and building connections that’ll shape a career.
Dhruv Johri has his eye on the future in combining Electrical Engineering and Business.
She is already shaping Australia’s future energy systems and is right now, studying abroad in Milan.
Frequently asked questions
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