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Telecommunications engineering is one of the frontier enabling technologies of the information and communications technology (ICT) sector, which is bringing evolutionary changes to our societies, entertainment and human relationships. Telecommunications engineers are required to design and develop applications from mobile phone systems to hi-tech internet based entertainment systems. Many students find employment before completing the program.

Software engineers are concerned with all aspects of building large, complex, software systems for applications in most areas of society including commerce, engineering, government and research. Software engineering is closely related to computer science: however, it is directed more towards the development of software systems rather than the theories and principles of computing.

From the control of robots to the optimisation of modern vehicles, from the design of appliances to biomechanics, Mechatronics Engineers become involved in a diverse range of exciting modern technologies. This may also include the design, automation and operational performance of electro-mechanical systems.

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)(Mechanical)/Bachelor of Science combined degree program provides students with an opportunity to undertake concurrent study in mechanical engineering and science (with a Physics major) and complete two awards. In general, this combined degree program offers greater breadth of learning, enhancing the academic and professional qualities gained in each separate degree. At the same time, it recognises the increasing need for students to graduate with multidisciplinary skills. This program offers a sound introduction to the fundamental principles of engineering science and practice as well as systems while also giving students the basic skills and knowledge to contribute to scientific development in many areas of technology, industry, agriculture or the information revolution.

A combined Mechanical and Mechatronics engineering degree provides the student with a significant skill set that will provide ongoing benefits. Mechanical engineers facilitate modern society by designing and developing items that function as key infrastructure. Though only a small area of mechanical engineering, the most recognisable mechanical engineering items are transportation devices including automobiles, trains, buses and aircraft. Mechatronics engineers originated from Mechanical engineers though with a particular focus on the implementation of control theory, computers and electronic hardware. The term Mechatronics is now well established and has its own distinct degree structure which is still rooted in mechanical engineering. It is evident that a significant amount of mechatronics is involved in most modern mechanical devices and this program recognises that a broader skill base will be necessary in the future of mechanical or mechatronics engineering.

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)(Mechanical)/Bachelor of Business program provides students with an opportunity to undertake concurrent study in mechanical engineering and business whilst completing two awards. In general, a combined degree program offers greater breadth of learning, enhancing the academic and professional qualities gained in each separage degree. At the same time, it recognises the increasing need for students to graduate with multidisciplinary skills. This program offers a sound introduction to the fundamental principles of engineering science and practice as well as systems while the business component involves selecting a major sequence from either international business, industrial relations/human resource management, management or marketing. Students will also have the opportunity to undertake an industrially related project in their final year of study in the engineering degree and must also complete 12 weeks of industrial experience throughout the program.

Mechanical engineers work to improve the design, safety and energy efficiency of the machines that support industry and society - machines such as vehicles, aircraft, mechanical prostheses, wheelchairs, lifts and industrial plant. It is perhaps the broadest of all engineering disciplines and allows students to choose from the widest possible range of specialisations.

The Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental)(Honours)/Bachelor of Science conbined program provides students with an opportunity to undertake concurrent study in environmental engineering and science whilst completing two awards. In general, a combined degree program offers greater breadth of learning, enhancing the academic and professional qualities gained in each separate degree. At the same time, it recognises the increasing need for students to graduate with multidisciplinary skills. This degree gives students the basic skills and knowledge to contribute to scientific development in many areas of technology, industry or agriculture whilst also equipping students to apply engineering principles to the problems of human interaction with the environment. It can be a foundation for a career in the vast field of science, or an excellent general education providing skills in problem solving and research particularly in fields where projects are environmentally sensitive.

Environmental engineers find sustainable solutions for complex environmental problems, including water pollution and soil erosion. They plan, manage and operate engineered systems so that society can co-exist with the environment in a sustainable way. They are experts in assessing whether the design and construction of a project will potentially damage the environment, and how this can be prevented.

This combined degree program provides students with an opportunity to undertake concurrent study in electrical engineering and mathematics and complete two awards. In general, a combined degree program offers greater breadth of learning, enhancing the academic and professional qualities gained in each separate degree. At the same time, it recognises the increasing need for students to graduate with multidisciplinary skills. This wide-ranging program includes study of diverse aspects of power generated and distribution, telecommunications, signal processing, and analogue and digital electronics whilst also providing extensive mathematics skills.