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Why study engineering at La Trobe?

World-class engineering research

Our research in civil engineering is top-rated nationally and rated 'well above world standard.'

Australian Research Council, 2019, Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) Outcomes 2018

Well respected

We have a 30-year history of teaching electrical and electronics engineering.

Leading research

We’re ranked 'above world standard' for our engineering research.

Australian Research Council, 2019, Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) Outcomes 2018

Major job growth

With a projected 7,000 job openings in the civil engineering industry over the next five years, graduates are in high demand

Australian Government, JobOutlook Civil Engineering Professionals

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What could your future hold?

Drive change in the world’s fastest moving industry with a degree in engineering. At La Trobe University you’ll get the skills to adapt to new fields and advanced technology with industry expert teachers, collaborative workspaces and placements that put you in the job earlier.

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Meet one of our students

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'The staff are very supportive and always willing to assist. 24/7 access to the Engineering Building is very helpful during design projects, allowing access to computers, 3D printers and soldering equipment whenever we need it.'

'La Trobe is providing me with excellent guidance and advice while I'm on placement. The academics ensure the course content applies to what we can expect when working in industry.'

Jason Notaro
Bachelor of Engineering Honours (Industrial) student

Upskill to meet the demands of technology and innovation

Love where you learn

Work and learn in innovative learning spaces and collaborative labs for engineering, computer science and cybersecurity with 24/7 access.

The human element of technology

You’ll need human skills to adapt and thrive in your career. At La Trobe, you’ll graduate ready to work in traditional and emerging industries. Build strong foundations, an innovative mindset and professional experience.

Placements and projects to brag about

Develop your skills with practical work placements at major companies like Telstra, BMW and Boral. Develop and deliver the kind of projects that end up on your CV. You could design a self-transforming robot or develop a climate prediction tool. With experiences like these, you’ll graduate confident with on-the-job experience and strong professional networks.

Your study experience

Scholarships

We offer a range of scholarships to help you succeed. Find the right one for you.

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Pathways

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Career readiness

Develop the skills and experience employers want with placements and practicals.

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