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Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical & Electronic) and Bachelor of Science (Physics)

Degree Type Combined Degree

Duration 5 years full-time or part-time? equiv.

SATAC Code 314911

2011
ATAR
83.2

  • Program Outline

    Electrical & Electronic Engineers design and create devices that use electrical energy. This broad field represents the leading edge of technology in many domains: from alternative energy systems to microelectronic computer chips; from the electric motors of hybrid vehicles to the control electronics of unmanned aircraft. Electrical & Electronic Engineering graduates specialise in a diverse variety of growing fields such as image processing, robotics, radar and remote sensing, micromachines, biomedical engineering and information security.

    This degree provides a strong background in mathematics and physics as well as practical experience in the design and operation of electrical, electronic and software systems. The academic program embraces telecommunications, control systems, antenna design, signal processing, microprocessors, VLSI chip design, energy systems, and electrical machines and drives. It develops written and oral communication skills, and familiarity with project management and quality control techniques.

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  • Admission and Fee Information

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    Domestic applicants

    Not a domestic applicant? ?

    SATAC Code 314911
    2011 CSP ATAR 83.2
    Adelaide Approved Score ? 80
    2011 CSP IB 29
    Annual tuition fees ?
    Commonwealth-supported place: $8,050
    Mid-year entry? Only if prerequisites to core subjects have been completed
    Deferment? Yes - 2 year
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Year 12 applicants
    You must not have completed more than 4 years full time equivalent university study (96 units). You compete for a place with your Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
    Prerequisites ?
    SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Studies, Physics plus one of Specialist Mathematics or Chemistry.

    IB: either Mathematics (HL grade 3) and Physics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3); or, Chemistry (SL grade 4/HL grade 3), Physics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3) & Mathematics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3)

    Alternative entry pathways
    • Higher Education applicants
      You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent higher education study. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA.
    • VET applicants
      You must have completed an AQF Diploma or above. Your application will be ranked according to the level of the award.
    • Special Entry applicants
      You must be 18 years or over before February 1st of the year that you will be studying. If you have studied a higher education program within the last two years, you must not have studied more than 2 years full-time equivalent in that program and you must not hold a completed higher education level award. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements may also contribute to your rank. If you submit a PC or EE statement, and one of these ranks higher than your STAT score, then the highest ranking statement will contribute 50% to your overall rank and the STAT will contribute the remaining 50%. If you do not submit a PC or EE statement, or if the statements have a lower rank than the STAT, then you will compete for a place on the basis of your STAT result only. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
    • Without formal qualifications?
      You may be eligible for our special access schemes.
    How to Apply ?
    SATAC Code: 314911

    International applicants

    Not an international applicant? ?

    International ATAR 80
    IELTS Overall 6 [more info]
    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $27,500
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Prerequisites ?
    Mathematics and Physics
    Equivalent Scores
    International ATAR 80
    IELTS
    Overall
    Reading
    Listening
    Speaking
    Writing
    6
    5.5
    5.5
    6
    6
    How to Apply ?

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

    International ATAR 80
    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $27,500
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Prerequisites ?
    SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Studies, Physics plus one of Specialist Mathematics or Chemistry.

    IB: either Mathematics (HL grade 3) and Physics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3); or, Chemistry (SL grade 4/HL grade 3), Physics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3) & Mathematics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3)

  • Study Plans

    The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2012 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.

    Level I

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    *Students who have undertaken SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics (or equivalent) will be required to enrol in MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA followed by MATHS 1012 Mathematics IB. Students who have not undertaken SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics will be required to enrol in MATHS 1013 Mathematics IM, then MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA in the following semester followed by MATHS 1012 Mathematics IB in Summer Semester, in order to complete the level I Mathematics requirement. The satisfactory completion of MATHS 1013 Mathematics IM is in addition to the normal requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering.

    International Students
    All international students who do not have English as their first language are required to undertake the course ENG 3003
     Engineering Communication EAL - usually in their first semester of study in Adelaide. This course will replace one of the courses in the study plan. Students will be given an individual study plan outlining when to undertake ENG 3003 Engineering Communication EAL and the subsequent course that will be replaced.

    Level II

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    Level III

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    Level IV

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    * Level III Physics courses may be chosen from those listed in the Program Rules for the degree of Bachelor of Science.

    Students are advised to seek course advice through the School to ensure all degree requirements are met.

    Level V

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    • ELEC ENG 4036B Design Project OR
      ELEC ENG 4039B Honours Project (3 units) #
    • ELEC ENG 4064 Business Management Systems (3 units)
    • 1 x Engineering Elective (3 units)
    • 1 x Level III Physics Elective (3 units)*

    # Students accepted into the Honours stream will take Honours Project and other students will take Design Project.

    * Level III Physics courses may be chosen from those listed in the Program Rules for the degree of Bachelor of Science.

    Students are advised to seek course advice through the School to ensure all degree requirements are met.

    Electives

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

       

  • Professional Accreditation

    The Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) program is accredited by Engineers Australia.

  • Work Placement

    Students are required to complete 12 weeks of approved work experience.

  • Program Rules
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Last updated: Tuesday, 1 May 2012

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