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Why study engineering at La Trobe?

Lead the way in engineering with skills and knowledge as diverse or specialised as you like. Explore the foundations of engineering, then choose from a wide range of study areas that'll give you hands-on skills and practical knowledge fit for the real world of engineering.

You'll be able to:

  • Gain practical skills in placements across traditional and emerging industries.
  • Build strong foundations in innovation, creative thinking and excellence.
  • Learn not just technical skills, but what it’s like to have patents, awards and company directorship on your resume from experts in their field.

Start with our most popular engineering courses

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Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours)

Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours)

With infrastructure as a top priority for the Australian government and governments globally, now's the time to help face issues like urban congestion and national connectivity. At La Trobe you'll gain skills and knowledge fit to jump straight into the engineering industry. Possible roles include:

  • structural or construction engineer
  • geotechnical engineer
  • water engineer
  • renewable energy engineer
  • project estimator

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Master of Civil Engineering

Master of Civil Engineering

Get the skills and knowledge to meet the challenges of disruptive technologies that are reshaping industries and the engineering profession globally. You'll learn to analyse real-world problems and design modern infrastructure, developing valuable skills transferable across industries.

Possible roles for qualified civil engineer include:

  • building surveyor or estimator
  • construction engineer
  • consulting or contracting civil engineer

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Master of Engineering

Master of Engineering

Our Master's gives you advanced skills for a successful career, including design, engineering management, research and innovation. You'll learn how to adapt to the emerging technologies that are changing the engineering landscape like artificial intelligence and robotics. Possible roles include:

  • electronics engineer
  • network  or systems engineer
  • telecommunications engineer.

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Master of Construction Engineering and Management

Master of Construction Engineering and Management

Get the advanced skills and knowledge you need to take advantage of unprecedented growth in Australia's construction sector. Possible roles include:

  • construction engineer, estimator or manager
  • engineering analyst
  • engineering project manager
  • project engineer.

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Master of Engineering Management

Master of Engineering Management

From robotics on building sites to virtual and augmented reality in project planning, businesses need engineering managers with the latest tech skills and experience. Take specialised subjects in management, innovation and sustainability, as wekk as risk and cost, computer-aided engineering and more, to meet that demand. Possible roles include:

  • engineering project manager
  • senior engineering management consultant
  • engineering development manager

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Master of Manufacturing Engineering

Master of Manufacturing Engineering

Get the right mix of engineering know-how and business acumen to drive innovation across industries. You'll gain proficiency in system design, materials processing and sustainable engineering while enhancing your employability with enterprise skills in consultation, negotiation, risk and project management.

Possible roles include:

  • design engineer
  • process or system designer
  • product designer.

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Hear from our students

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I am passionate about innovation, design and science, which is why I love engineering. It is part of everything. Engineering is a career that improves civilization, while enabling new opportunities. I am looking forward to graduating and pursuing a career in this field.

Elise Hor
Bachelor of Industrial Engineering (Honours),
Department of Engineering
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Through being part of the monumental Metro Tunnel project, I’ve applied what I’ve learnt in the classroom directly in real-world settings. One of my placement’s highlights was working on the future Anzac Station site and seeing a tunnel boring machine in action. These experiences have empowered me to undertake any challenge I face in the future.

Ilhan Fahiye
Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours) student,
Work Integrated Learning placement at Metro Trains Melbourne

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