Sustainable engineering
Why study Sustainable engineering?
Sustainability and global warming are significant contemporary issues addressed by our electronic engineering and civil engineering courses.
In electronic engineering’s sustainable energy production specialisation, you will study zero-emissions power generation, conversion technologies, and transmission line and other communications technologies for the renewable energy industry.
In our civil engineering course, you will study climate, sustainability and society; environmental law; civil construction and environment; environmental case studies; and sustainable infrastructure. Understand the role of engineering technologists in the community and develop an awareness of the social and environmental effects of your decisions.
Career opportunities
Graduates of electronic engineering are prepared for work in manufacturing, research and development, maintenance, quality control, medical related industries, space and physics related industries and consumer goods companies.
Graduates of civil engineering are prepared for work in private industry, consultancies, local, state, and federal government organisations, and in research. Career paths range from general engineering practice and management roles up to CEO level.
Courses
Local students
0 - Mid year entry
Bachelor of Electronic Engineering
- Duration :
- 4 years full-time or up to 8 years part-time.
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)
- Campus/ATAR:
- Melbourne 61.65
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- Modern electronic engineering creates sophisticated instruments and devices for use in all branches of physical and biological sciences, in engineering and manufacturing, and in the home. This course focuses on the electronic systems we use daily - from simple circuits to complex devices and expensive biomedical equipment in hospitals. It also aims to give students an appreciation of the role of engineers in the community, and an awareness of the social and environmental effects of their decisions.
The curriculum provides a broad introduction to electronics, with the opportunity to specialise in sustainability in energy production, or biomedical, microelectronic, optical or electronic systems engineering.
Students can also access the Faculty's industry experience and student support programs. - Prerequisite
- VCE Units 3 & 4: English (any) and either Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics.
- Year 12 and non-year 12 extra requirements
- Guaranteed Entry (Year 12 applicants only): applicants with an ATAR of 70 or above receive a first-round offer; those with lower ATARs are considered through normal selection processes.
Non-Year 12 selectionmay be based on ATAR, VTAC Personal History online, GPA, STAT Multiple Choice.
Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. They may also be asked to complete a maths test.
For more information about VTAC Personal History online please visit our Extra Requirements page. - Middle band
- Successful completion of Physics or Specialist Mathematics facilitates an additional 1.5 aggregate points for each area of study. Performance in prerequisite studies is also considered.
- Additional information
- Students must complete at least 12 weeks' certified practical experience to be deemed to have completed the course. This is usually undertaken during the vacation following third or fourth year, but may be done at the end of final year.
- How to apply
- Apply direct to the University for Semester 1 or Semester 2, 2013.
- Professional recognition
- The degree is accredited by Engineers Australia. Graduates with a biomedical engineering specialty can apply for registration with the Biomedical College of Engineers Australia after holding a position of professional responsibility within biomedical engineering.
- Full course details
- Electronic EngineeringMelbourne
2014
Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours)
- Duration :
- 4 years full-time or part-time equivalent.
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 (March)
- Campus/ATAR:
- Bendigo 65.25
- Melbourne n/a
- Year
- 2014
- Course description
- Engineering impacts virtually every aspect of society. There are many specialties within civil engineering, such as structural, construction, environment, and transportation engineering. Engineers should be creative, curious, analytical, and detail orientated. As a trained civil engineer, you may manage people and projects, oversee a construction sites or work in design, research and teaching.
This course aims to prepare you to work in the design, construction and maintenance of almost all basic types of contemporary infrastructure. This includes bridges, multi-storey buildings, highways, railways, tunnels, airports, domestic water supplies, irrigation systems, flood protection work, and the collection and disposal of wastes and waste water.
You can combine this course with either science or business courses in double degree programs.The curriculum also emphasises the importance of people skills, as engineers often work as part of a team in a wide range of fields. - Prerequisite
- VCE Units 3 & 4: English (any), Mathematical Methods, and either Physics or Specialist Mathematics.
- Year 12 and non-year 12 extra requirements
- Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.They may also be asked to complete a maths test.
Selection may also be based on GPA or STAT Multiple Choice. - Middle band
- Applicants are welcome to provide supporting documentation. Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online for other information to be considered during the selection process, e.g. details on work experience or reason for applying.
Applicants may also be asked to complete a maths test. - How to apply
- VTAC
- Professional recognition
- The course is accredited by Engineers Australia, and graduates are eligible for membership.
- Full course details
- Civil Engineering (Honours)Bendigo
Bachelor of Electronic Engineering
- Duration :
- 4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 (March)
- Campus/ATAR:
- Melbourne 61.65
- Year
- 2014
- Course description
- Modern electronic engineering creates sophisticated instruments and devices for use in all branches of physical and biological sciences, in engineering and manufacturing, and in the home.
This course focuses on the electronic systems we use daily, from simple circuits to complex devices and expensive biomedical equipment in hospitals. It also aims to give you an appreciation of the role of engineers in the community, and an awareness of the social and environmental effects of their decisions.
The curriculum provides a broad introduction to electronics, with the opportunity to specialise in sustainability in energy production, or biomedical, microelectronic, optical or electronic systems engineering.
Visit the Faculty's industry experience and student support programs. - Prerequisite
- VCE Units 3 and 4: English (any) and either Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics
- Year 12 and non-year 12 extra requirements
- Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online for other information to be considered during the selection process e.g. details on work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may also be asked to complete a maths test.
Selection may also be based on GPA or STAT Multiple Choice. - Middle band
- Successful completion of Physics or Specialist Mathematics gives you an additional 1.5 aggregate points for each area of study. Performance in prerequisite studies is also considered.
- Additional information
- Students must complete at least 12 weeks' certified practical experience to be deemed to have completed the course. This is usually undertaken during the vacation following third or fourth year, but may be done at the end of final year.
- How to apply
- VTAC
- Professional recognition
- The course is accredited by Engineers Australia. Graduates with a biomedical engineering specialty can apply for registration with the College of Biomedical Engineers (Engineers Australia), after holding a position of professional responsibility in biomedical engineering.
- Full course details
- Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
0Melbourne
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Fees and scholarships
Undergraduate courses are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for eligible Australian and New Zealand citizens. The domestic fee calculator can be used to calculate the cost of subjects this year.
There is also a wide range of scholarships available for local students.
International students
2013
Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours) (060349G)
- Duration :
- 4 years
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 (March)
- Annual Tuition Fee (AUD) :
- 25 060
- Campus
- Bendigo
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- Civil engineering involves the design and construction of most of our basic infrastructure, and protection of the surrounding environment. This course aims to prepare students to work as a civil engineer in the design, construction and maintenance of buildings, roads, dams, water supply systems, railways, airports and other infrastructure projects. It features studies in management as well as civil engineering, and gives students practical experience through project work and fieldtrips. It also offers industry-based learning scholarships (three options available), and an extensive range of supporting scholarships.
Please note that this course is offered on our Bendigo campus and will also be introduced to the Melbourne campus from 2014, subject to course approval. - English Language Requirements
- IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0;
TOEFL Paper-based Test - a minimum overall score of 550 with a score of 5 or more in the Test of Written English;
TOEFL Internet-based Test - a minimum overall score of 60 with a minimum for SLR 18; W 22;
Satisfactory completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B (EFS5 UG minimum 60 per cent) which is available from La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
La Trobe Melbourne Foundation Studies: 60 per cent final result in a course;
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): a minimum score of 57 with no communicative skill score less than 50.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a pass grade of C or higher;
or approved international equivalent. - Academic entry requirements
- LTM Foundation Studies - 65
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2012 (indicative only) - 66.6
International Baccalaureate - 24
GCE A Levels - 6
Hong Kong A Levels - 6
HKDSE - 2 x Level 4
Sri Lankan A Levels - BCC
STPM - 8
MICSS (UEC) - 5
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 65
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.5
Sweden Slutbetyg - G/VG
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 65
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
Indonesia (SMA) - 7.5
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.3
GAOKAO - see: the website
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, visit the La Trobe Melbourne website. - Subject prerequisite
- Mathematics determined to be equivalent to the Australian VCE Units 3 & 4, English (any), Mathematical Methods (CAS) and either Specialist Mathematics or Physics.
- Additional information
- Only students with Advanced Standing (credit) can commence in Semester 2 (July).
- Professional recognition
- The course is accredited by Engineers Australia, and graduates are eligible for professional membership.
- Full course details
- Civil EngineeringBendigo
Bachelor of Electronic Engineering (006275B)
- Duration :
- 4 years
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 (March)
- Annual Tuition Fee (AUD) :
- 25 060
- Campus
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- Modern electronic engineering creates sophisticated instruments and devices for use in all branches of physical and biological sciences, in engineering and manufacturing, and in the home. This course focuses on the electronic systems we use daily - from simple circuits to complex devices and expensive biomedical equipment in hospitals. It also aims to give students an appreciation of the role of engineers in the community, and an awareness of the social and environmental effects of their decisions.
The curriculum provides a broad introduction to electronics, with the opportunity to specialise in sustainability in energy production, or biomedical, microelectronic, optical or electronic systems engineering.
Students can also access the Faculty's industry experience and student support programs. - English Language Requirements
- IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0;
TOEFL Paper-based Test - a minimum overall score of 550 with a score of 5 or more in the Test of Written English;
TOEFL Internet-based Test - a minimum overall score of 60 with a minimum for SLR 18; W 22;
Satisfactory completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B (EFS5 UG minimum 60 per cent) which is available from La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
La Trobe Melbourne Foundation Studies: 60 per cent final result in a course;
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): a minimum score of 57 with no communicative skill score less than 50.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a pass grade of C or higher;
or approved international equivalent. - Academic entry requirements
- LTM Foundation Studies - 60
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2012 (indicative only) - 60.2
International Baccalaureate - 24
GCE A Levels - 8
Hong Kong A Levels - 6
HKDSE - 2 x Level 4
Sri Lankan A Levels - CCC
STPM - 8
MICSS (UEC) - 4.5
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 60
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.5
Sweden Slutbetyg - G
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 65
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
Indonesia (SMA) - 8
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.3
GAOKAO - see: the website
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 La Trobe Melbourne website. - Subject prerequisite
- Mathematics determined to be equivalent to the Australian VCE Units 3 & 4 Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Specialist Mathematics and English (any).
- Additional information
- This course may be offered in 2013 subject to CRICOS approval. International students need to check the course status before making an application.
Students with Advanced Standing (credit) may commence in Semester 2 (July). - Professional recognition
- The course is accredited by Engineers Australia. Graduates with a biomedical engineering specialty can apply for registration with the College of Biomedical Engineers (Engineers Australia), after holding a position of professional responsibility in biomedical engineering.
- Full course details
- Electronic EngineeringMelbourne
How to apply?
Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.
Fees and scholarships
Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.
There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.
Sustainable engineering placements
The industry cadetship program allows you to gain paid workplace experience between semesters, giving you the chance to build on your skills and build your career. See cadetship program.
Overseas study opportunities
Gain valuable overseas experience by studying with one of our global exchange partners. La Trobe has partnerships with over 100 universities in more than 30 countries in Asia, Europe, and North and South America. See education abroad.
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About the academic staff
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