Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Innovation and Design
Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
This course has been discontinued - this course is closed for new enrolments, the information on this page is provided for continuing students.
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Innovation and Design combines technical expertise in an engineering field of your choice with the skills to implement innovation and design thinking.
Complete core units in your first year to assist in selecting a major in engineering. Obtain theoretical and practical engineering knowledge by participating in workshops and industry projects to prepare for roles in your chosen field across a range of industries.
Gain an understanding of the principles and theories of design in a business and innovation management context. Learn about the relationship between innovation, design, entrepreneurship and creativity.
Apply your learning in a professionally focused, multidisciplinary project during your final year of study. Undertake at least 12 weeks of relevant professional experience.
Every international student application is considered for a scholarship
Whether you’re living in Australia or overseas, you’re automatically considered for a scholarship of up to 20% off your course fees. Please check our updated entry requirements.
Duration
5 Year/s
Full-time
VTAC codes
- 3400211131 (CSP)
- 3400211133 (IFP)
CRICOS code
092510E
Fees
A$37600 (annual for 2020)*
The indicative course fees shown in Course Search apply to international students for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.
International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.
Course details
- Course structure, work integrated learning and professional recognition.
Course structure
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Innovation and Design requires students to complete units of study to the value of 500 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
View course rules and special requirements
View Swinburne Engineering Competencies relevant to learning outcomes for this course.
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering, Design and Innovation | ENG10001 | 12.5 |
| Engineering Materials | ENG10002 | 12.5 |
| Mechanics of Structures | ENG10003 | 12.5 |
| Digital and Data Systems | ENG10004 | 12.5 |
| Calculus and Applications | MTH10012 | 12.5 |
| Linear Algebra and Applications | MTH10013 | 12.5 |
| Energy and Motion | PHY10001 | 12.5 |
| Electronics and Electromagnetism | PHY10004 | 12.5 |
| Professional Experience in Engineering | EAT20008 | 0 |
| Either Mathematics 3A - for Civil, Construction, Mechanical, Product Design and Software majors | MTH20010 | 12.5 |
| or Mathematics 3B - for Biomedical, Electrical and Electronic, Robotics and Mechatronics, and Telecommunications majors | MTH20014 | 12.5 |
| Engineering Management 1 | MME30001 | 12.5 |
| Final Year Research Project 1 *† | ENG40001 | 12.5 |
| Final Year Research Project 2 *† | ENG40002 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
†Honours merit unit – results are used in the honours merit calculation
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| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Introductory Design Studio | DDD10006 | 12.5 |
| Innovation Design Studio 1 | DID10005 | 12.5 |
| Design Ethnography | DID10007 | 12.5 |
| Entrepreneurship and Opportunity | ENT10001 | 12.5 |
| Toolbox for Prototyping and Interdisciplinary Collaboration * | DES20057 | 12.5 |
| Innovation Design Studio 2 | DID20006 | 12.5 |
| Lean Startup Springboard * | ENT20006 | 12.5 |
| Design Systems and Services * | DDD20007 | 12.5 |
| Design Thinking * | DDD30006 | 12.5 |
| Innovation Design Studio Capstone - Research * | DID30005 | 12.5 |
| Innovation Design Studio Capstone - Practice * | DID30006 | 12.5 |
| Contemporary Issues in Entrepreneurship and Innovation | ENT30010 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
- Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year
- Part-time study: 50 credit points/four standard units of study per year
- One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study)
- See the course planner for an example degree structure
Course learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) will be able to:
- apply coherent and advanced knowledge of the chosen major in engineering in diverse contexts and applications using critical thinking and judgement
- apply knowledge of research principles and methods to plan and execute a piece of research with some independence, as preparation for research higher degrees
- apply problem solving, design and decision-making methodologies to identify and provide innovative solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
- apply abstraction, mathematics and engineering fundamentals to the analysis, design and operation of a model, using appropriate engineering methods and tools
- communicate proficiently in professional practice to a variety of audiences, function as an effective member or leader of a diverse team, and use the basic tools and practices of project management within project work
- demonstrate professionalism, integrity, ethical conduct, professional accountability and an awareness of professional engineering practice in a global and sustainable context
- reflect on and take responsibility for their own learning and self-management processes, and manage their own time and processes effectively by regularly reviewing of personal performance as a means of managing continuing professional development and lifelong learning.
Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Innovation and Design will be able to:
- demonstrate knowledge and cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge in the field of design management, product system and service design and apply those principles in a range of practices
- define and integrate theoretical principles applicable to entrepreneurship and innovation and apply those principles in a range of practices
- systematically review and critically evaluate research from a variety of sources in order to make informed judgements on options for innovatively solving a range of problems that arise in business contexts
- apply knowledge and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of design management, product, system and service design knowledge with depth in product development, manufacturing knowledge and ideation and manual sketching skills
- apply knowledge and cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving design management, product system and service design problems independently and collaboratively, in diverse contexts
- apply cognitive and technical skills to know and apply principles of sustainability and respectful design to their knowledge of design management, product system and service design and development of their design solution with responsibility and accountability.
Professional recognition
This degree program is designed to produce graduates who have the technological skills and knowledge expected of professional engineers. Graduates are eligible to apply for graduate membership of Engineers Australia.
Scholarships
At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students.
How to enter this course
- Entry requirements, English language requirements, prerequisites and pathways.
How to apply
View the Course Admission Information, which includes the ATAR and Student profiles for this course. Swinburne’s general admissions information is also available here.