Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Professional)
with a major in Mechanical – 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) (Professional) includes a mandatory 12-month paid work placement. You'll benefit from Swinburne’s unique industry partnerships, gain invaluable full-time work experience and earn credit towards your degree.
Gain technical expertise and management skills in the engineering field of your choice. Explore options to undertake a study tour to Malaysia, Turkey or India to get hands-on practical experience and work with local communities.
Apply your learning in a professionally focused, multidisciplinary project during your final year of study. Obtain theoretical and practical knowledge by participating in workshops and industry projects to prepare for roles in your chosen field across a range of industries.
Selected major: Mechanical
Learn the core concepts of mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and energy. Go beyond the classroom and participate in industry projects and practical workshops.
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 75% off your course fees. Please check our updated entry requirements.
This course has been replaced by the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours).
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Start dates
Hawthorn campus
- Semester 1 - 26 February 2018
- Semester 2 - 30 July 2018
Duration
54 Month/s
Full-time
VTAC codes
- 3400210751 (CSP)
- 3400210753 (IFP)
Faculty
Faculty of Science, Engineering and Technology
CRICOS code
088406F
Fees
A$36900 (indicative annual fee for 2016)*
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) (Professional) [2016] requires students to complete units of study to the value of 475 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.
Selected major: Mechanical
Learn the core concepts of mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and energy. Go beyond the classroom and participate in industry projects and practical workshops.
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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Placement
4 units (100 credit points)
Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
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Integrated Professional Placement A - Engineering | ENG20003 | 25 |
Integrated Professional Placement B - Engineering | ENG20004 | 25 |
Work Experience In Industry A | WEI20001 | 25 |
Work Experience in Industry B | WEI20002 | 25 |
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Other studies
4 units (25 credit points)
Students may select elective units (12.5 credit points each).
- 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
Work Integrated Learning
This degree includes a mandatory 12-month professional placement. This placement provides invaluable full-time, paid work experience. You'll earn credit towards your degree and confidence in knowing that you have what it takes to land a job in your field by graduation. You can participate in other Work Integrated Learning opportunities – choose from professional internships, industry-linked projects, industry study tours and accreditation placements. Find out more.
Note: Some Work Integrated Learning opportunities are not available to international students due to visa restrictions.
Professional recognition
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 and prerequisites.
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.