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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

ProviderJames Cook University
Course code: QTAC314021UniversityStudy area: Other Engineering and Related TechnologyData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesSeptember 2026 · Townsville · QLD

Course overview

A common first year of study provides a broad skills base for students to develop sound theoretical knowledge and gain practical experiences. Engineering design, communication and project management are central to the course. Students choose one major and undertake a full-year thesis in the final year, completing a significant research project. Students also choose one of several minors such as maths, physics, software or sustainability. This course is accredited by Engineers Australia. JCU Offer Guarantee: JCU offers guaranteed admissions to most courses if a minimum ATAR is achieved. Learn more here: Guaranteed Admission at JCU. For current course information, visit Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at JCU.

Course record

Majors
Townsville: Chemical engineering; civil engineering; electrical and electronic engineering; mechanical engineering. Cairns: Electrical and electronic engineering; electronic systems and internet of things engineering; maritime engineering.
Career Opportunities
Depending on specialisation: consultancies, construction firms, mining and minerals processing, transportation agencies, microelectronic and telecommunication designers, process engineering, manufacturers and suppliers, computer hardware designers, software developers, designers and manufacturers of industrial products, environmental management agencies, maritime engineering, government departments.

Entry requirements

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IB Diploma

24-26

Admission is assessed against the qualification, prerequisite and English requirements for the course.

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English requirement
IELTS 6, no band below 6TOEFL iBT 60, no band below 18PTE Academic 50, no band below 50Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 169, no band below 169

If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.

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Student profile

Total students70
#2025
Higher education entry12 · 17.1%
17.1%
School leavers (ATAR)34 · 48.6%
48.6%
Secondary education18 · 25.7%
25.7%
Vocational pathway<5 · <5%
<5%
Other entry pathways<5 · <5%
<5%
International students<5 · <5%
<5%

Campuses & intake dates

Upcoming intakes

  • TownsvilleQLDJanuary 2026
  • TownsvilleQLDSeptember 2026
  • TownsvilleQLD