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Engineers bring big ideas to life. If you’ve always loved learning how things work and finding new solutions to tricky problems, engineering could be your ideal path.
Whether accelerating the renewable energy transition, designing new mechanical systems or helping build better cities, as an engineer, you can play a crucial role in making our world a better place.
Popular engineering degrees
Undergraduate USA-ADE-DEG
Undergraduate SCU-ENS-DEG
Postgraduate UOQ-FSE-GCE
Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science (Fire Safety Engineering)
Postgraduate GRF-PEL-MAS
Popular engineering subjects
Undergraduate TAS-JNB366
Undergraduate USA-PHYS1019
Undergraduate CUR-CME425
Undergraduate TAS-JEE157
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Engineering careers
What kind of engineering jobs are out there?
Maybe you want to design skyscrapers, produce new medical inventions or help the world adopt greener energy systems. Whatever your area of interest, there will be an engineering job to match it.
Engineers are currently in high demand in Australia, so you’ll graduate with plenty of opportunities available to you. According to Engineers Australia, civil engineers (which includes civil, geotechnical, structural and transport engineers, as well as quantity surveyors) are currently the most sought after across the country.
Are courses accredited?
Some courses are recognised and accredited by professional associations, such as the below. Check each course page to find out if your qualification is accredited.
Engineers Australia
Engineers Australia is the peak body of engineering, representing engineering professionals throughout Australia. You could be eligible to apply for an associate membership upon completing certain engineering degrees.
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