Electronic Engineering/Telecommunications
This course information is for international students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of Electronic Engineering and Master of Telecommunication Engineering
CRICOS course code
039165B/ 039169J
Length
5.5 years (or 5 years in an accelerated program)
Campuses
Melbourne (Bundoora)
Course description
This course produces graduates with specialist skills and practical experience to work as an engineer in the telecommunications and information technology (IT) industries. It addresses all major aspects of computer, internet, mobile, multimedia and wireless technology. Students gain strong theoretical and practical skills in the design, implementation and operation of telecommunications circuits, systems and networks. The unique concurrent program combines undergraduate and Master's-level studies. Students must perform at a satisfactory level in third and fourth years to continue in the concurrent program.
Students also have access to the Faculty Industry Cadetship Program and mentoring programs, which vary by course and campus. Visit Faculty website for more details.
Course structure
First-year studies include introductory electronics, mathematics, object-oriented programming, and physics. Later-year studies include a major project, applied management for engineers, and optical fibre communication systems.
Handbook
Major areas of study
Electronics, mathematics, computer science, physics, telecommunications, module communication, systems engineering and design.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.Please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information.
Application
Visit our How to Apply website for details on preparing an application.
Tuition fee (AUD)
21 750
The University reserves the right to vary fees on an annual basis. Fees will not normally rise above 7% per annum. Should the University decide to increase its fees, that increase will take effect on 1 January of the following year.
English language requirements
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe University Language Centre; for more information please visit the www.latrobe.edu.au/icollege La Trobe International College website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 550 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 213 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 80 with no individual score less than 20; or
Satisfactory completion of an English language subject at Year 12 or equivalent level. This must have been completed in the last two years and at an academic level acceptable to the University; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTU Foundation Studies - 80
Aust. Yr 12 (ENTER) 2009 (indicative only) - Not applicable
International Baccalaureate - Not available
Cambridge A Levels/STPM - 8
Sri Lankan A Levels - BBB
MICSS (UEC) - 5A 1B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 75
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 4
Sweden Slutbetyg - VG
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 80
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8.6
National (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Shanghai (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Guangzhou (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 3.2
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 3.0
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's
Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's
undergraduate program. For more information please visit the www.latrobe.edu.au/icollege La Trobe International College website.
Subject prerequisites
Mathematics determined to be equivalent to the Australian VCE Units 3 & 4 with a minimum score of 25 in Mathematical Methods (either) or 20 in Specialist Mathematics.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (March)
For actual course commencement dates, please visit the calendar.Career opportunities
Graduates of this course would be suited for engineering positions involving aspects of planning, design, implementation, operation and management of telecommunications systems and networks.
Professional recognition
The course is accredited by Engineers Australia.
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scitecheng/prospective/undergraduate.html
Contact information
Online Enquiry
Future students: 61 3 9627 4805
In Australia (freecall): 1800 619 768
Current students and enquires relating to submitted applications:
61 3 9479 1199
international@latrobe.edu.au