Curtin University
5 years, 6 months
This double degree combines engineering expertise with business leadership skills, preparing graduates to manage large-scale engineering projects with corporate acumen. Ideal for high-achieving students seeking competitive advantage across eight engineering majors paired with four commerce specializations.
Applicants must achieve an ATAR of 80 or equivalent. Essential prerequisites include Mathematics Methods ATAR and at least one of: Chemistry ATAR, Engineering Studies ATAR, or Physics ATAR. Desirable: Mathematics Specialist ATAR. English language requirement: scaled score of at least 50 in WACE ATAR English, English Literature, or EALD, or IELTS Academic with minimum 6.0 in all bands. International students must be studying on an Australian student visa. Various entry pathways available including high school completion, university transfer, VET/TAFE qualifications, and work/life experience.
Engineering Foundation Year (EFY): Fundamental engineering concepts common to all disciplines developed in partnership with industry. Eight Engineering Majors available: Chemical Engineering covering renewable extraction and energy methods; Civil and Construction Engineering; Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Industrial and Systems Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Mechatronic Engineering; Metallurgical Engineering; Mining Engineering; Software Systems Engineering. Commerce Core Units: Accounting, Economics, Information Systems, Business Law, Management, and Marketing. Commerce Majors: Accounting (accounting, business law, financial management); Economics (economic growth, unemployment, inflation analysis); Finance (financial markets, investment evaluation, fund management); Management (strategic management, problem-solving, organizational leadership). Business Capstone: Simulated multi-million dollar company management applying integrated skills.
Curtin University offers professionally accredited engineering degrees recognized internationally through Engineers Australia, with Chemical Engineering also accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers. The program is developed in partnership with industry to reflect current engineering practice. Students benefit from work-integrated learning opportunities, real-world experience before graduation, and career guidance. The unique Business capstone unit provides practical workplace deliverables, and high-achieving students may undertake significant research projects in an honours year.
Graduates are equipped for leadership roles in engineering and business sectors. The combination of engineering expertise and business acumen opens diverse career paths including project management, engineering consulting, corporate management, and industry leadership positions. The double degree provides competitive advantage for roles requiring both technical engineering knowledge and business decision-making capabilities. Alumni pursue careers in mining, renewable energy, construction, manufacturing, finance, and corporate sectors across Australia and internationally.
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