Diploma of Engineering

Entry Requirements

Year 12 SACE:

Entry into Diploma Stage 1:

Year 11 Equivalent Entry - completion of SACE Stage 1

Entry into Diploma Stage 2:

A score of 8 in one of the approved SACE Year 12 English subjects (or equivalent Australian year 12/ SAT/ IB score).

IELTS (Academic): IELTS 5.5 with no band lower than 5 correlate as FCE or CAE overall score of 162 with no skill less than 154

GCE ‘O’ Level: C

GCE ‘A’ Level: C

IGCSE: 4

HKDSE: HKDSE Level 2 / Form 5-55%

English 119: C

SPM/UEC: C

Pearson’s (PTE Academic): 42

CELUSA (Academic English): AE3

Course Details

Foundation knowledge in mathematics, an understanding of engineering practices, and specialised topics in civil, electrical, mechanical and mechatronic engineering.

Study with confidence in small class sizes and personalised teaching methods.

Dedicated academic and personal support services to assist with your success.

Student leadership opportunities to grow your skills further.

Diploma Structure

This diploma is made up of Tertiary Preparation modules and either Stage 1 and Stage 2 studies, or direct Stage 2 entry.

Tertiary Preparation

Language for Study

Mathematics for Study

Diploma Stage 1

Essential Study Skills

Information and New Media Technologies

Communication, People, Place and Culture

Academic Research and Critical Enquiry

Advanced Mathematics 1

Advanced Mathematics 2

Physics 1

Physics 2

Diploma Stage 2

Programming Concepts

Engineering Design and Innovation

Sustainable Engineering Practice

Mathematical Methods for Engineers 1

Mathematical Methods for Engineers 2

Engineering Materials

Engineering Mechanics

Electrical and Electronic Systems

Career Outcomes

Depending on your chosen UniSA specialisation, your career options can include:

Civil engineer

Construction / project manager

Project engineer

Electrical engineer

Commissioning engineer

Mechatronic development engineer

Mechanical engineer

Industrial engineer

Automation engineer

Software engineer