Alternative Pathways
Engineering, Computer & Mathematical Sciences
Engineering
No Specialist Mathematics?
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Consider Bachelor of Mathematical and Computer Sciences. One way is to plan a program of study in one of the University's Bachelor awards comprising courses that can be counted towards an Engineering degree should you wish to transfer to an Engineering program in subsequent year.
The Bachelor of Mathematical and Computer Sciences comprises a flexible program of study in which it is possible to undertake several Engineering courses whilst also building the prerequisite knowledge required in order to be successful in an Engineering program. This pathway is achieved through the Internal Transfer Application, offered twice each year for most programs. Internal Transfer is a competitive process. You are advised to maintain a high GPA and successfully meet the prerequisites of your preferred program. As each individual’s circumstances are different, students are advised to consult the Faculty Office for further advice on alternative pathways | Consider other Engineering programs with relaxed pre-requisite including Architectural, Avionics and Electronic Systems, Petroleum, Pharmaceutical, Sports or Sustainable Energy Engineering. As each individual’s circumstances are different, students are advised to consult the Faculty Office for further advice on alternative pathways |
Don’t have a high enough ATAR for Engineering?
What are your options?
Consider the Bachelor of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts programs as preferences on your SATAC application. If successful in gaining a place in one of these programs talk to the Faculty Office about the best courses to undertake to build up your GPA before applying for Internal Transfer. Internal Transfer is a competitive process. You are advised to maintain a high GPA and successfully meet the prerequisites of your preferred program. An advantage of this pathway is that good students generally continue in a combined or double degree program so there is no disadvantage in the time taken to complete studies.
If you are considering applying for the Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) and meet the prerequisites but are concerned you may not achieve a high enough ATAR you could consider a pathway through TAFE SA by studying their Associate Degree in Electronic Engineering. This Associate degree will give you two years of credit into the Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) degree.
Other Engineering degrees have entry pathways from Diploma level TAFE courses - these do not gain the students any credit but do provide an entry point.
For more information on the TAFE pathway please contact Anna Dearman, VET Project Coordinator on ph: 8313 1105, or email: anna.dearman@adelaide.edu.au
No Mathematical Studies?
The Maths Learning Centre offers two courses that can help you:
- MathsStart
Covers SACE Stage 1 Mathematical Studies. Designed for anyone wishing to refresh or learn more mathematics. Also suitable as preparation for MathsTrack. - MathsTrack
Covers SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Studies. Students that successfully complete MathsTrack are deemed to have satisfied the prerequisite of SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Studies.
For more information contact the Maths Learning Centre on (08) 8313 5771
No Physics?
Consider applying for the Bachelor of Mathematical & Computer Sciences and during enrolments pick up two Physics subjects in your first year (Physics 1008 in Semester 1 and Physics 1201 in Semester 2) which together, if successfully completed, meet the requirements of SACE Physics; then apply for an internal transfer into your preferred Engineering program.
Can I transfer into a different program once I am enrolled?
Students are required to meet the prerequisite criteria for the program and additionally:
- Students who have completed up to 4 years of full-time study or equivalent can be considered on the basis of their ATAR or their GPA, whichever is better of the two. In order to take advantage of the GPA, students must have completed a minimum of 0.5 of full-time study (i.e. 12 units).
- Students who have completed less than 0.5 of full-time study will be required to meet the ATAR cut-off for the program in order to be considered for admission to the program.
- Students who have completed more than 4 years of full-time study or equivalent will be assessed on the basis of their GPA only.
