University of Queensland
5.5 years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Combine engineering technical expertise with business management skills in this 5.5-year dual degree. Perfect for students who want to lead engineering projects, start tech businesses, or transition into management roles while maintaining strong technical foundations.
Applicants must have completed or be completing Queensland Year 12 or equivalent senior secondary qualification. Essential prerequisites include General English, Mathematical Methods, and either Chemistry or Physics at Units 3 & 4 level with a minimum grade of C. Specialist Mathematics and both Chemistry and Physics are strongly recommended to avoid additional preparatory coursework. International students must meet English language proficiency requirements: IELTS overall 6.5 (reading 6, writing 6, speaking 6, listening 6), TOEFL iBT overall 87, or equivalent. Minimum entry score threshold is ATAR 84 or IB 32.
Engineering Core: Students select one engineering specialisation - Chemical Engineering (energy, mass flows, sustainability, process development), Civil Engineering (infrastructure design, hydrology, geotechnical engineering, fire safety), Electrical Engineering (power systems, renewable energy, embedded systems, telecommunications), Mechanical Engineering (machine design, manufacturing, automation, nanotechnology), Mechatronic Engineering (robotics, AI systems, control theory, autonomous systems), or Software Engineering (programming, databases, cloud computing, cybersecurity). Business Component: Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Economics, Marketing, Business Information Systems, Strategy and Management, Human Resources, Leadership, and International Business. Learning Methods: Lectures, tutorials, laboratory work, fieldwork, seminars, workplace placements, and industry projects.
University of Queensland is ranked 1st in Queensland for both engineering and technology (QS World University Rankings 2026) and 1st in Queensland for business and management studies. The program benefits from world-leading researchers, award-winning academic staff, and strong industry partnerships. Students gain practical experience through guest lectures from industry experts, real-life case studies, and placements with leading organisations including Siemens, Philips, Cochlear, and major tech companies. The university offers access to innovative technologies and specialist facilities including dedicated workshop areas.
Graduates pursue diverse career paths leveraging both engineering and business expertise. Engineering roles include Project Engineer, Service Engineer, Application Engineer, Software Developer, and Technical Manager. Business-focused positions include Business Analyst, Technology Consultant, Application Developer, and Information Systems Designer. Many graduates transition into management and leadership roles, project management, entrepreneurship, or establish their own technology companies. Starting salaries for engineering graduates range from A$73K-A$76K, with Project Managers earning A$140K-A$160K. The dual qualification opens opportunities across infrastructure, energy, telecommunications, software, manufacturing, mining, aerospace, and consulting sectors globally.
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