Course overview
Industrial automation is an expanding stream of engineering with an increasingly profound influence on most industries and enterprises. Due to rapidly evolving technology, industrial processes are becoming increasingly automated. Previously mechanized systems which required human intervention now use computerized control systems for higher accuracy, precision and cost effectiveness. This practical qualification will ensure you graduate job ready as an industrial automation engineering technologist.
EIT’s 3 year Bachelor of Science (Industrial Automation Engineering) has been designed by experts from both industry and academia to ensure graduates are prepared for meaningful employment in an engineering workplace.
EIT is one of the only institutes in the world specialising in engineering. We deliver this qualification online and at selected campus locations. Upon completion of this program you will gain:
- Skills and knowledge in the latest and developing technologies in industrial automation engineering, process control and instrumentation
- Practical guidance from experts in the field
- A valuable and accredited Bachelor of Science (Industrial Automation Engineering) degree
- Global networking contacts in academia and industry
- Improved career options
How to apply
Recognition of Prior Learning and Exemptions
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Other Information
Industry-Oriented
Our degrees are designed by an international body of industry experts, ensuring you graduate with cutting-edge skills that are valued by employers around the world. Our program content will remain current with rapidly changing technology and industry developments.
Industry Experienced Lecturers
Our lecturers are highly experienced engineers with applied knowledge.
World-Class Australian Accredited Education
Like all Australian higher education providers and universities, EIT programs are accredited by the exacting standards of the Australian Government’s Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). Many of our degrees are also recognised under international engineering accords.
Unique Delivery Model
EIT's unique online delivery methodology makes use of live and interactive tutorials, an international pool of expert lecturers, dedicated learning support officers, and state-of-the-art technologies such as hands-on workshops, remote laboratories, and simulation software. Our supportive blended learning model and small class sizes encourage you to advance your technical knowledge and remain engaged in your studies while forming global networks and balancing life and work commitments.
Majors
Career Opportunities
Potential job roles include engineering and management positions in the following areas of expertise:
- Process control, commissioning and production management
- Plant, factory and building automation
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributed Control Systems (DCSs) and SCADA
- Industrial design and consultation
- Supply chain management, quality assurance, and sales
- Operations, maintenance, field services, and technical support
- Controls, instrumentation, and robotics
Entry requirements
Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.
Standard entry
- Entry is available to applicants who hold: 1. A Year 12 Australian Senior Certificate of Education (or equivalent for International Students), completed within the past 2 years, with the following level of achievement in Maths: WA – WACE scaled score of 50.0 or more ACT – a scaled mark of 125 or more NSW – performance Band 2 or above QLD – a level of Sound Achievement (S) or above SA/NT – a grade of C- or higher or a Subject achievement score of 10 or more TAS – an award of Satisfactory Achievement or above VIC – a study score of 25 or above A minimum ATAR score is not an admissions requirement. Applicants who have completed Yr 12 (or equivalent for International Students) more than 2 years ago will also need to show relevant work experience in the field of study applied for
- OR 3. An overseas qualification equivalent to Point 2 above from a structured program of learning that leads to the full or partial achievement of an officially accredited qualification undertaken at a tertiary institution such as a university, government technical college, or government recognized private college (EIT assesses overseas qualifications using Australian Government guidelines to determine their comparability to qualifications)
- OR 4. International Baccalaureate (IB) Completion with a minimum score of 24 including English and Maths completion
- OR 5. Foundation studies or bridging course completion in a relevant discipline with completion of Mathematics and English. e.g. Engineering enabling course
- AND 6. Satisfactory English language proficiency at an English pass level in an Australian Senior Certificate of Education (or equivalent for International Students)
- OR 7. A specified level of achievement in a recognised English language test such as: IELTS at a score of at least 6.0 (with no individual band score less than 5.5)
Student profile
Campuses & intake dates
Upcoming intakes
- PerthWAFebruary 2026
- PerthWAJuly 2026
- PerthWA