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CONTENTS WHY CHOOSE ENGINEERING OR IT? 4 HOW TO STUDY ENGINEERING AT MELBOURNE 6 HOW TO STUDY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AT MELBOURNE 7 WHICH TYPE OF ENGINEERING IS FOR ME? 8 WHICH TYPE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IS FOR ME? 9 BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING 10 CHEMICAL AND BIOCHEMICAL ENGINEERING 12 CIVIL AND STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING 14 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 18 ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING 20 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND SOFTWARE ENGINEERING 22 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING 28 MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING 30 SPATIAL ENGINEERING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 32 STUDENT EXPERIENCE 34 INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE AND CAREERS 36 GET INVOLVED TODAY 37 YOUR STUDY OPTIONS 38 FEES, SCHOLARSHIPS AND HOW TO APPLY 40 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 41 "I chose the University of Melbourne because of the course structure. No other universities were able to provide me with the variety of subjects along with industry/research project and a design project in the same course." Kamya Mehta Master of Engineering (Chemical with Business) 2
WHY CHOOSE MELBOURNE? The world’s most ambitious minds choose the University of Melbourne, not just because we’re ranked number one. Our degrees aren’t like most others you’ll find in Australia. They’re aligned with those offered by many top universities worldwide. Our unique curriculum, with its embedded ‘breadth’ studies, empowers you to choose your direction and create a degree as unique as you are. This means your Melbourne experience is yours to shape. In a world where careers and industries are evolving at lightning speed, your independent and innovative thinking will set you apart from the rest. Take the opportunity to study at our 200 partner institutions around the world. Our connections within government and the community as well corporate partnerships will bridge the gap between study and work with industry-based learning. At Melbourne you’ll network with a diverse, multi-cultural community of leading minds – your teachers and peers – who will enrich your perspective and broaden your horizons. You’ll be ready to enter the workforce career ready with an undergraduate degree. Or you can go onto specialised professional education at graduate level, or even undertake a research degree. A University of Melbourne degree will help you build the right skills and global networks to adapt to whatever lies ahead. A distinct and outstanding education experience will prepare you for success as leaders, change agents and global citizens. You’ll achieve all this while living in the heart of Melbourne – one of the world’s most liveable cities. As a world-leading university, employers seek out our students. Our graduates represent our greatest contribution to the world. We want you to come as you are and leave as who you want to be. How else are you going to make your mark on the world? *Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020 3
WHY CHOOSE ENGINEERING OR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY? ENGINEERING AND IT AT MELBOURNE Our curriculum is designed to help graduates develop the flexible mindset and strong technical skills required to solve future challenges and make a difference on a global scale. You’ll graduate with both an undergraduate and a professionally accredited masters degree, giving you a higher level qualification that is recognised by employers globally. At Melbourne, you will be learning from world-leading researchers who are working on groundbreaking innovations such as epileptic seizure prediction, chemical blankets to protect our coral reefs, and robots with a human touch. Gain valuable industry experience, with internship opportunities, real-world industry projects and exciting innovation challenges with industry mentors. Working alongside students from over 100 countries around the world, you can start building your own global network at Australia’s leading university. WHAT IS ‘BREADTH’? A breadth subject is one taken from outside your core studies or major in your undergraduate degree. Some students use breadth to explore something they've always been curious about. Others might use breadth to improve their career prospects by complementing their major with a language, communication skills or business know-how. Be inspired by leading researchers: Be internationally recognised: Study at a university ranked Maximise your career opportunities No. 41 worldwide1 for engineering around the world with Engineers Australia and technology. and EUR-ACE accreditation, and more. Be industry connected: Be flexible and focused: The University is ranked No.7 in the world Have the flexibility to try different types for graduate employability2. Participate of engineering or IT, or focus on your in internships, industry projects and preferred field from day one. innovation challenges. 1 QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020 4 2 QS Graduate Employability 2020
HOW TO STUDY ENGINEERING AT MELBOURNE To study engineering at Melbourne, you start with a three-year undergraduate degree, majoring in your chosen field of engineering. Then you progress to the two-year Master of Engineering to become an accredited engineer, enabling you to practice in Australia and around the world. If you meet the maths and science entry You’ll graduate with a world-class masters requirements for the Master of Engineering, qualification and a unique set of technical, but haven’t completed the required analytical, business and interpersonal skills engineering subjects in your undergraduate to give your career a competitive edge. degree, you will be eligible for the three-year Master of Engineering program. SCHOOL LEAVERS SCHOOL LEAVERS MELBOURNE DEGREES (3 YEARS) Any Bachelor Degree from a recognised Bachelor of Biomedicine Bachelor of Design Bachelor of Science tertiary institution » Complement your » Explore how we interact » Understand how science engineering skills with with the world underpins engineering medical knowledge » Rethink the way we » Complement your Must include » Contribute to issues approach our cities, major with studies in Linear Algebra that create, sustain public spaces, transport, genetics, ecology, food and Calculus 2 or and threaten life. technology, digital spaces science, neuroscience equivalents, along and the environment. and more. with 2 science subjects Major: relevant to intended » Bioengineering Systems. Majors: Majors: specialisation. 3 YEARS 3 YEARS » Civil Systems » Bioengineering Systems » Mechanical Systems » Chemical Systems » Spatial Systems. » Civil Systems Bachelor of » Computing and Commerce Software Systems » Use your » Electrical Systems breadth to » Environmental complete 4 Engineering Systems prerequisite » Mechanical Systems subjects. » Mechatronics Systems » See page 38 for » Spatial Systems. more information. Exit to MASTER OF ENGINEERING (2 YEARS) employment Technical specialisations: Biomedical, Biochemical, Chemical, 2–3 YEARS 2–3 YEARS Duration of Master Civil, Electrical, Environmental, Mechanical, Mechanical with of Engineering will vary Aerospace, Mechatronics, Software, Spatial, Structural. from 2–3 years depending ‘With Business’ specialisations: Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, on amount of credit Electrical, Mechanical, Software. obtained from prior study. Exit to employment with professional Graduate Research Degrees accreditation Master of Philosophy (MPhil) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) 6
HOW TO STUDY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AT MELBOURNE You can study an IT major or subjects focusing on IT in your undergraduate degree. Then you can advance your career with a masters degree. Some of our specialisations, such as mechatronics, software and spatial, are a blend of engineering and IT. As an IT student, you’ll experience a You will be equipped to work in diverse curriculum designed in consultation with settings, from your own start-up to leading IT industry decision-makers and multinational corporations, government taught by world-leading experts, with and the not-for-profit sector. opportunities for industry placements. SCHOOL LEAVERS SCHOOL LEAVERS MELBOURNE DEGREES Any Bachelor Degree from a recognised Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Design IT as breadth tertiary institution Majors: Majors: » in any Melbourne degree. 3 YEARS » Computing and » Computing Software Systems » Digital Technologies Diploma in Computing » Data Science » Spatial Systems. An extra semester to » Mechatronics Systems complement your degree. » Spatial Systems. Exit to GRADUATE COURSEWORK employment Master of Master of Master of Master of Master Engineering Information Information Computer of Data » Mechatronics Systems Technology Science Science » Software » Health » Artificial » Graduate » Graduate » Professional Intelligence Certificate Diploma 1–3 YEARS » Software with Business » Research.1 » Computing in Computer in Data » Spatial. » Cybersecurity Science Science. » Distributed » Graduate Computing Diploma in » Human-Computer Computer Interaction Science. » Spatial. 2–4 YEARS Exit to employment with Graduate Research Degrees professional accreditation Master of Philosophy (MPhil) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) 1 Research options are available for eligible students 7
WHICH TYPE OF ENGINEERING IS FOR ME? Engineers use creativity, analytical skills and scientific understanding to find solutions to critical problems in health, energy, infrastructure, information technology, the environment, communications, transport, robotics and more. If you love innovation and discovering how things work, or are passionate about inventing, designing and creating solutions for society, take the first step to a global career as an accredited engineer at Melbourne. I’M INTERESTED IN MY CAREER GOALS HOW TO GET THERE Biology, health and maths A biomedical engineer in Start with the Bioengineering Systems major in the biotechnology, hospitals Bachelor of Biomedicine or Science, followed by the Master and start-ups. of Engineering (Biomedical) or (Biomedical with Business) to become an accredited engineer. See page 10. Chemistry and maths A chemical or biochemical Choose the Chemical Systems major in the Bachelor of engineer in bioremediation, Science, then complete a Master of Engineering (Chemical), food, pharmaceuticals, fuels, (Chemical with Business) or (Biochemical) to become an recycling, waste or water accredited engineer. See page 12. treatment. Environmental studies, An environmental engineer in Start with the Environmental Engineering Systems major physics and maths conservation, renewable energy, in the Bachelor of Science, then complete the Master of mining, resource planning and Engineering (Environmental) to become an accredited water resources. engineer. See page 20. Geography and maths A spatial engineer in Choose the Spatial Systems major in the Bachelor of sustainability, smart cities, Science or Design. Then complete a Master of Engineering property, construction, (Spatial) to become an accredited engineer. If IT is your transport and mining. focus, choose the Master of Information Technology (Spatial). See page 32. Physics and maths A civil or structural engineer Study the Civil Systems major in the Bachelor of Design in construction, oil and gas, or Science. Then choose between a Master of Engineering transport and water resources. (Civil), (Civil with Business) or (Structural) to become an accredited engineer. See page 14. Physics and maths An electrical engineer Choose the Electrical Systems major in the Bachelor of in automation, aviation, Science, followed by the Master of Engineering (Electrical) power generation and or (Electrical with Business) to become an accredited telecommunications. engineer. See page 18. Physics and maths A mechanical engineer in Start with the Mechanical Systems major in the Bachelor aerospace, biomechanics, of Science or Design. Then complete the Master of manufacturing, minerals, Engineering (Mechanical), (Mechanical with Business) or energy, robotics and transport. (Mechanical with Aerospace) to become an accredited engineer. See page 32. Physics, programming and maths A mechatronics engineer in Study the Mechatronics Systems major in the Bachelor aeronautics, automotive, of Science, followed by the Master of Engineering computing, robotics and (Mechatronics) to become an accredited engineer. transport. See page 30. Programming A software engineer in Start with an undergraduate degree, choosing the and maths cybersecurity, disaster Computing and Software Systems major in the Bachelor of management, financial services, Science or the Computing major in the Bachelor of Design. healthcare, telecommunications Then complete the Master of Engineering (Software) and transport. or (Software with Business) to become an accredited engineer. See page 22. 8
WHICH TYPE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IS FOR ME? Revolutionise business, entertainment and health with an IT degree from Melbourne. You'll develop technical and professional skills that will keep you agile in a constantly evolving industry. At Melbourne, there are many different ways to study IT. You can major in IT during your bachelors degree, or advance your expertise at a masters level. See pages 22 – 27 for more information. I’M INTERESTED IN MY CAREER GOALS HOW TO GET THERE Designing programming platforms, and AI Software engineer Start with the Computing and Software Systems major in the Bachelor of Science, followed by the Master of Engineering (Software) or (Software with Business) to become an accredited engineer. Protecting myself and the Cybersecurity expert Start with the Computing and Software Systems major in world in cyberspace the Bachelor of Science. Or, choose the Computing major in the Bachelor of Design. Then, complete the Master of Information Technology, specialising in Cybersecurity. Front-end web design, User experience specialist Choose the Computing major in the Bachelor of Design to programming and usability focus on the technical aspects of web design, or choose the Digital Technologies major to focus on usability of digital design. Then, you could give your career a competitive edge with the Master of Information Technology, studying the Human- Computer Interaction specialisation, or the Master of Information Systems to focus on digital business. Robotics and automation Mechatronics or Start with the Mechatronics Systems major in the robotics engineer Bachelor of Science, followed by the Master of Engineering (Mechatronics) to become an accredited engineer. See page 30. Mapping, smart cities and Spatial engineer or Start with the Spatial Systems major in the Bachelor of Internet of Things geospatial analyst Design or Science. Then, to become an accredited engineer, complete the Master of Engineering (Spatial). Or to advance your career in IT, study the Spatial specialisation in the Master of Information Technology. See page 32. Improving business processes with IT Business analyst or Start with any bachelor degree, followed by the consultant Master of Information Systems. Using data to drive decision making Data scientist Start with the Data Science major in the Bachelor of Science. To advance your career, continue your studies with the Master of Data Science. Technical computing, programming Computer scientist Study the Computing and Software Systems major in the and algorithms and AI Bachelor of Science, followed by the Master of Computer Science or the Computing specialisation in the Master of Information Technology. Using data-driven approaches to Bioinformatician Start with the Bachelor of Biomedicine, or the Bachelor of understand biological systems Science majoring in Biology, Bioengineering Systems, Data Science or Mathematics and Statistics. Then complete the Master of Science (Bioinformatics). Improving health outcomes with IT Health informatician Start with any bachelor degree at Melbourne, followed by the Master of Information Systems, specialising in Health. 9
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING Meet the health challenges of the future with a degree in biomedical engineering. As life expectancies increase, engineers, doctors and clinicians are working together to ensure our bodies can take us further than ever before. What is biomedical engineering? Our world-leading biomedical engineering research: Biomedical engineers blend biomedical science with engineering techniques to create healthcare solutions. Bionic eye Brain-computer Bioprinting Low-cost interfaces and tissue prosthetics engineering STUDENT EXPERIENCE YOUR CAREER As a biomedical engineering student, Access career opportunities as a biomedical you’ll have access to internships, visit local engineer in industries such as biotechnology, research institutes and hospitals and work hospitals, R&D, startups, pharmaceuticals, on projects with real-world outcomes for medical devices and other health services. patients and clinicians. Want to create your Our biomedical engineering graduates are own biomedical devices or parts? Access working at organisations such as the Bionics our state-of-the-art 3D printing facilities, and Institute, Cerner Corporation, Eastern fabricate your own biomedical components, Health, Royal Children’s Hospital and from prosthetics to pacemakers. Toshiba Medical Systems. "The Melbourne curriculum gives you the flexibility to gain exposure to your chosen degree, and room to switch study/career pathways if you decide to. I used this to my advantage switching from studying anatomy to engineering! I have done four internships so far. They have been great opportunities to gain work experience and get a taste of what life after university will be like." Wenn Lynn Ooi Master of Engineering (Biomedical with Business) Bachelor of Biomedicine Secondary school Bachelor of Biomedicine or Science Master of Engineering Accredited biomedical engineer 10
STEP 1: STUDY BIOENGINEERING SYSTEMS Bachelor of Biomedicine (Bioengineering Systems Major) Year 1 Semester 1 Biology: Calculus 2 Discovering Biomedical Engineering Technology Life's Machinery Science and Society Semester 2 Chemistry for Linear Algebra Exploring Biomedical Breadth Biomedicine Science Year 2 Semester 1 Applied Computation in Molecular and Cellular Biomedicine Breadth Bioengineering Semester 2 Engineering Mathematics Human Structure and Function Breadth Year 3 Semester 1 Mechanics for Circuits and Systems Biomedicine: Breadth Bioengineering Molecule to Malady Semester 2 Introduction to Biosystems Design Frontiers in Biomedicine Breadth/Elective Biomaterials OR Bachelor of Science (Bioengineering Systems Major) Year 1 Semester 1 Engineering Technology Calculus 2 Biology: Life's Breadth and Society Machinery Semester 2 Engineering Modelling Linear Algebra Chemistry 1 Breadth and Design Year 2 Semester 1 Engineering Mathematics Applied Computation Science Elective Breadth in Bioengineering Semester 2 Anatomy and Physiology Science Elective Science Elective Breadth for Bioengineering Year 3 Semester 1 Mechanics for Circuits and Systems Science Elective Breadth/Elective Bioengineering Semester 2 Introduction to Biosystems Design Breadth/Elective Breadth Biomaterials Core subject Elective subject Breadth subject STEP 2: STUDY A MASTERS DEGREE Master of Engineering (Biomedical) Year 1 Semester 1 Biomechanics Bioengineering Data Bioinstrumentation Biomedical Engineering Analytics Management and Regulations Semester 2 Biofluid Mechanics Biosignal Processing Critical Communication Bioengineering Elective for Engineers / Creating Innovative Engineering / Creating Innovative Professionals Year 2 Semester 1 Research Project Elective Bioengineering Elective Approved Elective Semester 2 Bioengineering Elective Approved Elective OR Master of Engineering (Biomedical with Business) Year 1 Semester 1 Biomechanics Bioengineering Data Bioinstrumentation Biomedical Engineering Analytics Management and Regulations Semester 2 Biofluid Mechanics Biosignal Processing Engineering Contracts The World of Engineering and Procurement Management Year 2 Semester 1 Biomedical Engineering Strategy Execution for Economic Analysis for Bioengineering Elective Capstone Project Engineers Engineers Semester 2 Bioengineering Elective Bioengineering Elective Marketing Management for Engineers Core subject Elective subject With Business subject STEP 3: EXIT TO EMPLOYMENT WITH PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION These are sample course plans only. Subjects offered may change from year to year. You will be advised of current subject offerings prior to subject selection and enrolment. 11
CHEMICAL AND BIOCHEMICAL ENGINEERING With a degree in chemical or biochemical engineering, you’ll help meet the world’s growing need for food, energy and water, while preserving the natural environment. What is chemical and Our world-leading chemical and biochemical engineering research: biochemical engineering? Chemical and biochemical engineers use their understanding of chemistry and biology to create solutions in environmental remediation, energy supply, food and pharmaceutical Generating Less waste Keeping Batteries production and water recycling. biofuels from in yoghurt Antarctica that last algae production clean longer STUDENT EXPERIENCE YOUR CAREER As a chemical engineering student, Access career opportunities as a chemical No.32 in the world for you’ll have access to guest lectures from or biochemical engineer in industries 32 Chemical Engineering* industry and take part in site visits. You’ll such as manufacturing, cosmetics, food have the opportunity to work on industry and beverage production, oil and gas, projects, where you can build connections pharmaceuticals and waste and water with organisations working in minerals treatment. Our engineering graduates are processing, food and beverage, water working at organisations such as Bulla Dairy resources and oil and gas. Foods, Carlton & United Breweries, CSL, ExxonMobil, Mars Chocolate Australia and Melbourne Water. "I work in energy efficiency for a consulting firm. Right now I'm managing two dairy sites, one sewage treatment and one fruit preserving company. Having a biochemical background has really helped me understand the processes behind each industry that I'm working in. Sasha Finn Master of Engineering (Biochemical) Secondary school Bachelor of Science Master of Engineering Accredited chemical or biochemical engineer *QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020 12
STEP 1: STUDY CHEMICAL SYSTEMS Bachelor of Science (Chemical Systems Major) Year 1 Semester 1 Engineering Calculus 2 Chemistry 1 Breadth Technology and Society Semester 2 Engineering Linear Algebra Chemistry 2 Breadth / Science Modelling and Design Elective Year 2 Semester 1 Transport Processes Chemistry: Reactions Science Elective Breadth and Synthesis Semester 2 Chemical Process Material and Energy Engineering Mathematics Breadth Analysis Balances Year 3 Semester 1 Reactor Engineering Heat and Mass Transport Science Elective Breadth Processes Semester 2 Fluid Mechanics Safety and Sustainability Science Elective Breadth Case Studies Core subject Elective subject Breadth subject STEP 2: STUDY A MASTERS DEGREE Master of Engineering (Chemical) Year 1 Semester 1 Creating Innovative Chemical Engineering Bioprocess Engineering Chemical Engineering Engineering Thermodynamics Management Semester 2 Process Equipment Process Dynamics and Chemical Engineering Research Project / Design Control Industry Project Year 2 Semester 1 Particle Mechanics and Process Engineering Advanced Heat and Mass Chemical Engineering Processing Transport Processes Elective Semester 2 Chemical Engineering Design Project Chemical Engineering Chemical Engineering Elective Elective OR Master of Engineering (Biochemical) Year 1 Semester 1 Creating Innovative Chemical Engineering Bioprocess Engineering Chemical Engineering Engineering Thermodynamics Management Semester 2 Process Equipment Process Dynamics and Biochemical Engineering Research Project / Design Control Industry Project Year 2 Semester 1 Particle Mechanics and Process Engineering Food Engineering Biochemical Engineering Processing Elective Semester 2 Biochemical Engineering Design Project Biochemical and Biochemical Engineering Pharmaceutical Elective Engineering OR Master of Engineering (Chemical with Business) Year 1 Semester 1 Chemical Engineering Bioprocess Engineering Economic Analysis for Chemical Engineering Elective Engineers Thermodynamics Semester 2 World of Engineering Process Dynamics and Process Equipment Engineering Contracts Management Control Design and Procurement Year 2 Semester 1 Chemical Engineering Research Project / Process Engineering Chemical Engineering Industry Project Elective Semester 2 Chemical Engineering Design Project Strategy Execution for Marketing Management Engineers for Engineers Core subject Elective subject With Business subject STEP 3: EXIT TO EMPLOYMENT WITH PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION These are sample course plans only. Subjects offered may change from year to year. You will be advised of current subject offerings prior to subject selection and enrolment. 13
CIVIL AND STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING Reimagine our cities in a growing world with a degree in civil or structural engineering. Prepare regions, cities and towns to handle increasing populations, finite resources and extreme events. What is civil and structural Our world-leading civil and structural engineering research: engineering? Civil engineering can cover a broad range of areas, such as transport, environmental and geotechnical engineering. Structural engineering is a specialised type of civil engineering that focuses on the Prefabricated Going underground How nanoclay stops design and maintenance of load-bearing housing for green energy cladding fires from structures. spreading STUDENT EXPERIENCE YOUR CAREER As a civil engineering student, you’ll have You could work as a civil or structural No.15 in the world for access to internships, engage with industry engineer in industries such as aerospace, 15 Civil and Structural professionals and work on projects such as construction, oil and gas, transport and Engineering* detecting cracks in bridges using drones. water resources. Our engineering graduates You could even gain insight into what are working in organisations such as it’s like working as a structural engineer, AECOM, BHP Billiton, City West Water, working on a real-world problem provided Golder Associates, Melbourne Metro Rail by an industry guest lecturer. Authority and Shell. 14 *QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020
"Coming into university, I was not sure whether I wanted to do architecture or engineering. Studying the Bachelor of Design gave me the option to test out both worlds. I was able to take a mix of subjects in each discipline, to see which I enjoyed the most – from maths and science, to architectural history and digital design. It gave me the time and flexibility I needed to make the right decision, ultimately where I would choose to continue with a Master of Engineering." Dale Wines Master of Engineering (Civil) Bachelor of Design 15
STEP 1: STUDY CIVIL SYSTEMS Bachelor of Design (Civil Systems Major) Year 1 Semester 1 Calculus 1 Design Elective Design Elective Breadth Semester 2 Calculus 2 Statics Design Elective Breadth Year 2 Semester 1 Engineering Mechanics Linear Algebra Design Elective Breadth Semester 2 Engineering Materials Earth Processes for Engineering Mathematics Breadth Engineering Year 3 Semester 1 Fluid Mechanics Engineering Risk Analysis Design Elective Breadth / Design Elective Semester 2 Systems Modelling and Structural Theory and Design Elective Breadth / Design Elective Design Design OR Bachelor of Science (Civil Systems Major) Year 1 Semester 1 Engineering Calculus 1 Science Elective Breadth Technology and Society Semester 2 Engineering Calculus 2 Science Elective Breadth Modelling and Design Year 2 Semester 1 Engineering Mechanics Linear Algebra Science Elective Breadth Semester 2 Engineering Materials Earth Processes for Engineering Mathematics Breadth Engineering Year 3 Semester 1 Fluid Mechanics Engineering Risk Analysis Breadth/Elective Breadth Semester 2 Systems Modelling & Structural Theory & Science Elective Breadth / Science Elective Design Design Core subject Elective subject Breadth subject 16
STEP 2: STUDY A MASTERS DEGREE Master of Engineering (Civil) Year 1 Semester 1 Structural Theory and Sustainable Engineering Site Geotechnical Design 2 Infrastructure Characterisation Engineering Engineering Semester 2 Engineering Project Civil Hydraulics Transport Systems System Modelling Implementation and Design Year 2 Semester 1 Engineering Capstone Integrated Design Civil Engineering Elective Civil Engineering Project Part 1 (Infrastructure) Elective Semester 2 Engineering Capstone Construction Engineering Civil Engineering Elective Civil Engineering Project Part 2 Elective OR Master of Engineering (Structural) Year 1 Semester 1 Structural Theory and Sustainable Engineering Site Geotechnical Design 2 Infrastructure Characterisation Engineering Engineering Semester 2 Engineering Project Steel and Composite Systems Modelling and Structural Engineering Implementation Structures Design Design Elective Year 2 Semester 1 Engineering Capstone Integrated Design Structural Engineering Structural Engineering Project Part 1 (Infrastructure) / Elective Elective Integrated Design (Civil) Semester 2 Engineering Capstone Construction Engineering Structural Engineering Structural Engineering Project Part 2 Elective Elective OR Master of Engineering (Civil with Business) Year 1 Semester 1 Structural Theory and Sustainable Engineering Site Geotechnical Design 2 Infrastructure Characterisation Engineering Engineering Semester 2 Engineering Project Civil Hydraulics Transport Systems Marketing Management Implementation for Engineers Year 2 Semester 1 Strategy Execution for Engineering Capstone World of Engineering Economic Analysis for Engineers Project Part 1 Management Engineers Semester 2 Engineering Contracts Engineering Capstone Integrated Design (Civil) Construction Engineering and Procurement Project Part 2 Core subject Elective subject With Business subject STEP 3: EXIT TO EMPLOYMENT WITH PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION These are sample course plans only. Subjects offered may change from year to year. You will be advised of current subject offerings prior to subject selection and enrolment. 17
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Electrical systems power our everyday lives, from energy efficient power grids to life-changing medical devices. Learn to design, build and improve these valuable systems with a degree in electrical engineering. What is electrical and Our world-leading electrical engineering research: electronic engineering? Electrical engineers design and manage the electrical systems used in automation, surveillance, energy conversion, power distribution, telecommunications and information processing. Electronic Bionic Predicting Using lasers to Community engineers focus on small-scale electronic implants epileptic seizures, help the blind see microgrids to systems, such as computers and efficiently share just like the integrated circuits. weather renewable energy STUDENT EXPERIENCE YOUR CAREER As an electrical engineering student, You could work as an electrical engineer you’ll have access to internships, build in industries such as aviation, broadcast No.36 in the world for 36 Electrical and Electronic electronic devices such as handheld games or sound engineering, power generation consoles and work on real-world projects, and transmission and telecommunications. Engineering* such as smart meters or drones. Our engineering graduates are working in organisations such as Accenture, AECOM, Deloitte, ExxonMobil, Google, Tesla and Telstra. "I focused on Electrical Engineering as I saw it to be a challenge, that would help me progress toward the renewable energy industry, provide me computing experience and open myself to new opportunities. The project-based learning has been fantastic as it enables us to apply the theory we have learnt." Inushka Dassanayake Master of Engineering (Electrical) Bachelor of Science Secondary school Bachelor of Science Master of Engineering Accredited electrical engineer *QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020 18
STEP 1: STUDY ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS Bachelor of Science (Electrical Systems Major) Year 1 Semester 1 Engineering Calculus 2 Physics 1 Breadth Technology and Society Semester 2 Engineering Linear Algebra Physics 2: Physical Breadth Modelling and Design Science and Technology Year 2 Semester 1 Engineering Engineering Mathematics Digital Systems Breadth Computation Semester 2 Foundations of Electrical Science Elective Science Elective Breadth Networks Year 3 Semester 1 Signals and Systems Electrical Network Science Elective Breadth / Science Elective Analysis and Design Semester 2 Electrical Device Electronic System Breadth/Elective Breadth Modelling Implementation Core subject Elective subject Breadth subject STEP 2: STUDY A MASTERS DEGREE Master of Engineering (Electrical) Year 1 Semester 1 Probability and Random Creating Innovative Electronic Circuit Design Introduction to Power Models Engineering Engineering Semester 2 Communication Systems Signal Processing Embedded System Control Systems Design Year 2 Semester 1 Electrical Engineering Electrical Engineering Electrical Engineering Approved Elective Capstone Project Elective Elective Semester 2 Electrical Engineering Electrical Engineering Approved Elective Elective Elective OR Master of Engineering (Electrical with Business) Year 1 Semester 1 Probability and Random Control Systems Introduction to Power Economic Analysis for Models Engineering Engineers Semester 2 Communication Systems Electronic Circuit Design Embedded System Signal Processing Design Year 2 Semester 1 World of Engineering Strategy Execution for Electrical Engineering Electrical Engineering Management Engineers Capstone Project Elective Semester 2 Engineering Contracts Marketing Management Electrical Engineering and Procurement for Engineers Elective Core subject Elective subject With Business subject STEP 3: EXIT TO EMPLOYMENT WITH PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION These are sample course plans only. Subjects offered may change from year to year. You will be advised of current subject offerings prior to subject selection and enrolment. 19
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING Improve the liveability of our cities and sustainability of our resources with a degree in environmental engineering. Tackle the challenges we face in water shortage, climate change and waste management. What is environmental engineering? Our world-leading environmental engineering research: Environmental engineers design and build sustainable solutions to problems such as climate change, water scarcity, renewable energy and bushfire management. Exploring the Taking the Turning any Digital birthplace of sludge out of water into vineyards monster waves wastewater drinking water STUDENT EXPERIENCE YOUR CAREER As an environmental engineering student, You could work as an environmental you’ll have access to internships and engage engineer in industries such as conservation, with consultants who work on projects renewable energy, mining, oil and gas, around the world, including China, Vietnam, waste management and water resources. Thailand, Nepal, Sri Lanka and India. Our engineering graduates are working in You’ll also have the flexibility to choose organisations such as Alluvium Consulting, your environmental engineering focus Bureau of Meteorology, Jacobs, Melbourne – developing expertise in energy, waste Water and Woodside Energy. management or water resources. “I enjoyed the broad range of disciplines the course offered including water resource management, waste management and renewable energy. I was inspired and encouraged to apply my knowledge to real-life projects and to seek connections between theory and practice. I gained industry experience during my degree, working collaboratively with South East Water and Water Technology to solve real engineering problems.” Charles Lee Master of Engineering (Environmental) 2017 Secondary school Bachelor of Science Master of Engineering Accredited environmental engineer 20
STEP 1: STUDY ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS Bachelor of Science (Environmental Systems Major) Year 1 Semester 1 Biology: Life's Machinery Calculus 2 Science Elective Breadth Semester 2 Engineering Linear Algebra Genetics and the Breadth Modelling and Design Evolution of Life Year 2 Semester 1 Analysis of Biological Engineering Mathematics Engineering Breadth Data Computation Semester 2 Earth Processes for Engineering Mechanics Thinking Scientifically Breadth Engineering Year 3 Semester 1 Fluid Mechanics Intro to Sustainable Breadth/Elective Breadth Water Management Semester 2 Environmental Environmental Systems Land Administration Breadth / Engineering Systems Modelling and Design Systems Science Elective Capstone Core subject Elective subject Breadth subject STEP 2: STUDY A MASTERS DEGREE Master of Engineering (Environmental) Year 1 Semester 1 Quantitative Civil Hydraulics Spatial Information International River Basin Environmental Modelling Programming Management Semester 2 Monitoring Environmental Engineering Hydrology Environmental System Environmental Impacts Analysis Tools Modelling and Design Year 2 Semester 1 Engineering Capstone Environmental Environmental Environmental Project Part 1 Engineering Elective Engineering Elective Engineering Elective Semester 2 Engineering Capstone Engineering Project Environmental Environmental Project Part 2 Implementation Engineering Elective Engineering Elective Core subject Elective subject STEP 3: EXIT TO EMPLOYMENT WITH PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION These are sample course plans only. Subjects offered may change from year to year. You will be advised of current subject offerings prior to subject selection and enrolment. 21
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND SOFTWARE ENGINEERING Transform the future of business, health, communication and entertainment with a degree in IT or software engineering from Melbourne. What is information technology and Our world-leading computing and information systems research: software engineering? Transform the future of business, health and entertainment. Use your knowledge in programming, artificial intelligence and cloud computing to create and manage software systems, from niche mobile Ageing in a Insertable Digital Greener cloud apps to large enterprise systems. virtual world technology connectivity, computing crime and privacy SOFTWARE ENGINEERING STUDENT EXPERIENCE YOUR CAREER 1 32 As a software engineering student, you’ll Access career opportunities as a software have access to internships, deliver a engineer in industries such as games and software solution for an industry client and entertainment, cybersecurity, disaster No. 1 in Australia and No. 32 in hear from industry practitioners in guest management, financial services, healthcare the world for Computer lectures. You’ll use state-of-the-art software and transport. Our engineering graduates Science and Information technologies and frameworks to develop are working in organisations such as ANZ, Systems* software solutions to real-world problems. Deloitte, Microsoft and Telstra. “The soft skills I've learnt such as teamwork, leadership and communication have been awesome. On the more technical side, the University has given me a very strong grasp of computer science and engineering fundamentals that I can use as a basis for the rest of my career.” Sam Webster Master of Engineering (Software) Bachelor of Science Secondary school Bachelor of Design or Science Master of Engineering Accredited software *QS World University engineer Rankings by Subject 2020 22
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY STUDENT EXPERIENCE YOUR CAREER "The University of Melbourne has excellent networks with industry meaning that Engage with technologies such as virtual Build a career as an app developer, data there are many opportunities to develop and augmented reality, computer games analyst, digital copywriter, games developer, my future career path and receive advice and build skills in 2D and 3D computer IT consultant, data scientist and more. from top companies in the industry. graphics, usability, accessibility and more. Choose from specialisations in artificial I have enjoyed the creativity and intelligence, computing, cybersecurity, innovation of the Master of Information distributed computing, human-computer Technology. The design of each subject interaction or spatial to tailor your study has empowered me to think outside of to your career goals and interests. the box, and develop a problem-solving mindset, professional standards, critical thinking and teamwork skills." Ziping (Pamela) Gao Master of Information Technology Bachelor of Commerce 23
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE PATHWAY STEP 1: STUDY COMPUTING AND SOFTWARE SYSTEMS Bachelor of Science (Computing and Software Systems Major) Year 1 Semester 1 Foundations of Calculus 1 Science Elective Breadth Computing Semester 2 Foundations of Calculus 2 Science Elective Breadth Algorithms Year 2 Semester 1 Design of Algorithms Science Elective Science Elective Breadth Semester 2 Object Oriented Database Systems Science Elective Breadth Software Development Year 3 Semester 1 Software Modelling Computer Systems Science Elective Breadth / Science Elective and Design Semester 2 IT Project Models of Computation Breadth/Elective Breadth Core subject Elective subject Breadth subject STEP 2: STUDY A MASTERS DEGREE Master of Engineering (Software)* Year 1 Semester 1 Software Requirements Software Processes and Critical Communication CIS Foundation Elective Analysis Management for Engineers/ Creating Innovative Engineering Semester 2 Masters Software Security & Software CIS Advanced Elective CIS Advanced Elective Engineering Project Testing Year 2 Semester 1 Masters Advanced High Integrity Systems Modelling Complex CIS Advanced Elective Software Project Engineering Software Systems Semester 2 Software Design and CIS Advanced Elective CIS Advanced Elective Architecture OR Master of Information Technology (Example specialisation: Cybersecurity) Year 1 Semester 1 Distributed Systems Software Processes and Introduction to Machine Elective Management Learning Semester 2 Cryptography and Security and Software Web Security Security Analytics Security Testing Year 2 Semester 1 High Integrity Systems Elective Computing Project Engineering OR Master of Computer Science Year 1 Research Choose at least two of: Choose up to five electives, focusing on areas such as: Methods - Knowledge Technologies - Advanced Computer Science - Declarative Programming - Artificial Intelligence - Distributed Computing - Cybersecurity - AI Planning for Autonomy - Human-Computer Interaction - Evaluating the User Experience - Programming Languages and Distributed Computing - Foundations of Spatial Information - Spatial Information Year 2 Computer Science Research Project Core subject Elective subject Foundation selectives STEP 3: EXIT TO EMPLOYMENT WITH PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION These are sample course plans only. Subjects offered may change from year to year. You will be advised of current subject offerings prior to subject selection and enrolment. 24
BACHELOR OF DESIGN PATHWAY STEP 1: STUDY COMPUTING Bachelor of Design (Computing Major) Year 1 Semester 1 Media Computation Calculus 1 Design Elective Breadth Semester 2 Foundations of Calculus 2 Design Elective Breadth Algorithms Year 2 Semester 1 Design of Algorithms Elements of Data Design Elective Breadth Processing Design Semester 2 Database Systems Design Elective Design Elective Breadth Year 3 Semester 1 Web Information Computer Systems Design Elective Breadth / Design Elective Technologies Semester 2 Graphics and Interaction IT Project Design Elective Breadth / Design Elective Core subject Elective subject Breadth subject STEP 2: STUDY A MASTERS DEGREE Master of Engineering (Software)* Year 1 Semester 1 Object Oriented Software Critical Communication Models of Computation Software Requirements Design for Engineers / Analysis Creating Innovative Engineering Semester 2 Masters Software Software Modelling and Software Processes and Security and Software Engineering Project Design Management Testing Year 2 Semester 1 Masters Advanced High Integrity Systems CIS Elective CIS Advanced Elective Software Project Engineering Semester 2 Software Design and CIS Advanced Elective CIS Advanced Elective Architecture Year 3 Semester 1 Modelling Complex CIS Advanced Elective CIS Advanced Elective Software Systems Core subject Elective subject *OR Master of Engineering (Software with Business) Your course plan will be the same as the Master of Engineering (Software), except you'll replace five elective subjects with business subjects: World of Engineering Management; Engineering Contracts and Procurement; Marketing Management for Engineers; Economic Analysis for Engineers; and Strategy Execution for Engineers. STEP 3: EXIT TO EMPLOYMENT WITH PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION These are sample course plans only. Subjects offered may change from year to year. You will be advised of current subject offerings prior to subject selection and enrolment. 25
DATA SCIENCE Over the past decade there has been an explosion in the amount of data captured from mobile phones, the internet, sensors and instruments. Capturing this data is big business, but how do we make sense of it all? DATA SCIENCE MAJOR STUDENT EXPERIENCE YOUR CAREER Develop a strong foundation in the statistical As a data science student, you'll learn You could work as a data analyst or business aspects of data science, including data to integrate and apply statistical and intelligence analyst in a broad range of collection, data mining, modelling and computational principles to solve real-world sectors, including government, business, inference. Using the principles of computer problems with large-scale data sets. With a sports, academia and more. science, you'll gain a strong understanding growing digital economy, you can be a part Following a major in data science, you of algorithms, data structures, data of shaping how we understand different could enter the workforce, or continue to management and machine learning. You'll industries and how we can use data to the Master of Data Science. Go from data use these tools to measure how data is improve processes. analyst to data scientist with industry-based changing industries and how you can analyse experience built in to your course. You can also join student societies to meet data to understand modern life. students interested in data science, attend events and workshops, and connect with research and industry partners. STEP 1: STUDY DATA SCIENCE Bachelor of Science (Data Science Major) Year 1 Semester 1 Foundations of Calculus 2 Science Elective Breadth Computing Semester 2 Foundations of Linear Algebra Science Elective Breadth Algorithms Year 2 Semester 1 Elements of Data Probability Science Elective Breadth Processing Semester 2 Statistics Science Elective Science Elective Breadth Year 3 Semester 1 Linear Statistical Models Machine Learning Breadth/Elective Breadth Semester 2 Modern Applied Statistics Applied Data Science Science Elective Breadth / Science Elective Core subject Elective subject Breadth subject STEP 2: STUDY A MASTERS DEGREE Master of Data Science Year 1 Semester 1 Advanced Database Cluster and Cloud Statistical Modelling for Data Science Project Systems Computing Data Science Semester 2 Statistical Machine Computational Statistics Multivariate Statistics for Learning for Data Science Data Science Year 2 Semester 1 Elective Elective Elective Elective Core subject Elective subject STEP 3: EXIT TO EMPLOYMENT WITH PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION These are sample course plans only. Subjects offered may change from year to year. You will be advised of current subject offerings prior to subject selection and enrolment. 26
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES How do humans and technology interact? Apply your digital tech skills in algorithmic, data-oriented and web-based techniques to user experience (UX), web-based media, the Internet of Things and design technology. DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES MAJOR STUDENT EXPERIENCE YOUR CAREER Gain practical skills and knowledge in Throughout your degree, you’ll have Apply your design expertise as an account the fundamentals of digital technology, the opportunity to work on a variety of manager, digital strategist, mobile app focusing on algorithmic, data-oriented app design projects, from an app that designer, multimedia programmer, search and web-based techniques. You’ll build an recommends nearby restaurants or lets engine optimiser, UX designer, social media understanding of how these techniques you see what you’d look like with different developer or web designer. can be applied to digital design formats, hairstyles! In your final year you’ll develop including web-based media, mobile a technology innovation proposal and media and interactive technologies. learn to build a supporting business case. Your proposal will focus on a new interactive technology, or a new way to apply an existing one. STEP 1: STUDY DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES Bachelor of Design (Digital Technologies Major) Year 1 Semester 1 Foundations of Design: Media Computation Design Elective Breadth Representation Semester 2 Foundations of Fundamentals of Design Elective Breadth Algorithms Interaction Design Year 2 Semester 1 Elements of Data Design Elective Design Elective Breadth Processing Semester 2 Database Systems Usability Evaluation Design Elective Breadth Methods Year 3 Semester 1 Web Information Game Design Design Elective Breadth / Design Elective Technologies Semester 2 Capstone: Interactive Technology Project Design Elective Breadth / Design Elective Core subject Elective subject Breadth subject STEP 2: STUDY A MASTERS DEGREE Master of Information Technology (Example specialisation: Human Computer Interaction) Year 1 Semester 1 Evaluating the User Designing Novel Web Information Elective Experience Interactions Technologies Semester 2 Fieldwork for Design Software Processes and Elective Elective Management Year 2 Semester 1 Elective Elective HCI Project Core subject Elective subject STEP 3: EXIT TO EMPLOYMENT WITH PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION These are sample course plans only. Subjects offered may change from year to year. You will be advised of current subject offerings prior to subject selection and enrolment. 27
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Design and build tomorrow’s machines and systems from small scale devices to airplanes and spacecraft. Turn energy into power and motion, gaining skills in mechanical design, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and more. What is mechanical engineering? Our world-leading mechanical engineering research: Mechanical engineering focuses on turning energy into power and motion, spanning industries and agencies such as aeronautics, healthcare, climate prediction, robotics and manufacturing. Improving 3D-printing to Renewable Maritime the efficiency manufacture energy engineering of aircrafts new body parts STUDENT EXPERIENCE YOUR CAREER As a mechanical engineering student, As a Melbourne graduate, you’ll be you’ll have access to internships, learn in equipped to work as a mechanical cutting-edge laboratories and take part engineer in industries such as aerospace, in site visits. Volunteer for the Melbourne biomechanics, manufacturing, healthcare, Space Program, a group of students weather and climate prediction, minerals, designing and building a nanosatellite energy, robotics, transport and more. to launch into orbit. Or you could join the Our mechanical engineering graduates MUR Motorsports team, and help design are working in companies such as Arup, and build a racecar! CSIRO, ExxonMobil, Mars Australia, Telstra and Yarra Trams. "I initially was leaning more towards a finance role, as I enjoyed this discipline in my undergrad. I have however, become increasingly passionate about future transport, mobility and automation. I would love to work in this space - anything to do with service design, intelligent mobility, UX, connected and automated vehicles and innovation design engineering really excites me." Adrienne Koor Master of Engineering (Mechanical with Business) Bachelor of Commerce Secondary school Bachelor of Design or Science Master of Engineering Accredited mechanical engineer 28
STEP 1: STUDY MECHANICAL SYSTEMS Bachelor of Science (Mechanical Systems Major) Year 1 Semester 1 Engineering Calculus 2 Physics 1 Breadth Technology and Society Semester 2 Engineering Linear Algebra Physics 2: Physical Breadth Modelling and Design Science and Technology Year 2 Semester 1 Numerical Methods Engineering Mechanics Science Elective Breadth in Engineering Semester 2 Foundations of Electrical Engineering Mathematics Science Elective Breadth Networks Year 3 Semester 1 Thermodynamics and Mechanics and Materials Breadth/Elective Breadth Fluid Mechanics Semester 2 Systems Modelling and Mechanical Systems Science Elective Breadth / Science Elective Analysis Design OR Bachelor of Design (Mechanical Systems Major) Year 1 Semester 1 Calculus 1 Physics 1 Design Elective Breadth Semester 2 Calculus 2 Physics 2 Linear Algebra Breadth Year 2 Semester 1 Numerical Methods Design Elective Design Elective Breadth in Engineering Semester 2 Foundation of Electrical Engineering Mathematics Engineering Mechanics Breadth Networks Year 3 Semester 1 Thermodynamics and Mechanics and Materials Design Elective Breadth / Design Elective Fluid Mechanics Semester 2 Systems Modelling and Mechanical Systems Design Elective Breadth / Design Elective Analysis Design Core subject Elective subject Breadth subject STEP 2: STUDY A MASTERS DEGREE Master of Engineering (Mechanical) Year 1 Semester 1 Thermodynamics Dynamics Materials Design for Manufacture Semester 2 Fluid Dynamics Solid Mechanics Control Systems Critical Communication for Engineers / Creating Innovative Engineering Year 2 Semester 1 Advanced elective* Advanced elective* Advanced elective* Capstone Project Semester 2 Advanced elective* Advanced elective* Advanced elective* OR Master of Engineering (Mechanical with Aerospace) Year 1 Semester 1 Thermodynamics Dynamics Materials Design for Manufacture Semester 2 Fluid Dynamics Solid Mechanics Control Systems Critical Communication for Engineers / Creating Innovative Engineering Year 2 Semester 1 Capstone Project Advanced Fluid Dynamics Computational Fluid Aerospace Dynamics and Dynamics Control Semester 2 Vibrations and Aerospace Propulsion Elective Aeroelasticity Core subject Elective subject OR Master of Engineering (Mechanical with Business) Your course plan will be the same as the Master of Engineering (Mechanical), except you'll replace five elective subjects with business subjects: World of Engineering Management; Engineering Contracts and Procurement; Marketing Management for Engineers; Economic Analysis for Engineers; and Strategy Execution for Engineers. STEP 3: EXIT TO EMPLOYMENT WITH PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION These are sample course plans only. Subjects offered may change from year to year. You will be advised of current subject offerings prior to subject selection and enrolment. * Advanced Electives include subjects like, Advanced Motion Control, Advanced Fluid Dynamics, Economic Analysis for Engineers, Advanced Control Systems, Advanced Materials, Sensor Systems, and others. 29
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