Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) – Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) – Bachelor of Science
Develop skills for real-world research and innovation through examining engineering principles and systems, and exploring scientific methods and theories. Pursue a career aligned with your interests by choosing majors and subjects relevant to your professional goals. Benefit from practical learning through laboratory classes, field trips, work experience and project-based assessments….
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Develop skills for real-world research and innovation through examining engineering principles and systems, and exploring scientific methods and theories. Pursue a career aligned with your interests by choosing majors and subjects relevant to your professional goals. Benefit from practical learning through laboratory classes, field trips, work experience and project-based assessments. Learn from expert lecturers and conduct hands-on research in this Engineering-Science double degree.
What to expect
Prepare yourself to solve tomorrow’s challenges with a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) – Bachelor of Science. Combine your passion for mathematical techniques and effective design with the technical knowledge and theory of scientific study. You’ll learn the core concepts of engineering and specialise in the scientific field of your choice, with each area equipping you to develop creative solutions to complex problems and discover new knowledge and ways of working through in-depth research.
Engineering
In your Engineering (Honours) course, prepare yourself for the challenges of today and tomorrow through industry-based teaching. Build a thorough understanding of engineering fundamentals in your first year with theoretical and practical learning. You will study a specialised major, with honours-level content integrated throughout.
Participate in 12 weeks of industry-based practical placement – you may even be paid for your work experience. Studies culminate in your final year with an honours component, where you will complete a major engineering project and thesis.
Science
Benefit from the flexibility of a JCU science course and develop your passion in your chosen field. Learn from world-renowned lecturers and conduct hands-on research in North Queensland’s unique tropical environment.
You will learn the fundamentals of science, before choosing from nine different science majors to suit your interests.
Become a world-class engineering and science professional. Experience the benefits of a joint degree and graduate with a broad skillset that is highly sought-after in the local and global economy.
Majors
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Electronic Systems and Internet of Things (IoT) Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
There are nine Science majors to choose from. You can choose to study one or two majors. Not all majors are available at all campuses.
Aquaculture Science and Technology
Chemistry
Data Science
Earth Science
Marine Biology
Mathematics
Molecular and Cell Biology
Physics
Zoology and Ecology
Career Opportunities
Combining Engineering and Science qualifications give JCU graduates a wide range of employment and career opportunities.
Graduates pursue careers in various areas including hospitals, resource management, defence agencies, scientific and technological research, mathematics, conservation, environmental science, chemistry, mining, or biotechnology.
You could find employment as an aerospace avionics engineer, chemical engineer, civil engineer, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, biomedical specialist, environmental scientist, mathematician, or AI machine learning specialist. Alternatively, go on to study the Bachelor of Science (Honours).
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
Engineers Australia
Institution of Chemical Engineers
Australian Institute of Physics
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
James Cook University partners with Russo Higher Education Pty Ltd to deliver the programs available at our Brisbane campus.
As a JCUB student you have access to dedicated student support including opportunities for enhanced job-support services, academic learning advisors, counselling, employment assistance, and English language and academic pathways.
