Future applicants Current applicants Schools Media Centre About Find a course Apply

Diploma of Engineering

University of Wollongong

CRICOS provider number: 00102E TEQSA provider ID: PRV12062

Courses included

Course
Campus
Code
Duration
PLSR
Fee type
Indicative annual tuition fee ^
Start Date
CRICOS
code
Course{{course.name}}
This course has been cancelled
Campus{{campMap[course.camp].name}}
Code{{course.code}}
Duration {{course.poa}}
PLSR {{course.plsr}}TBA
Fee type{{course.type}}
Indicative annual tuition fee ^A${{course.fee | number}}+TBC
Start Date{{o.st}}
CRICOS code{{course.cricos}}

^ The annual tuition fees are currently under review and subject to increase. Contact The University for further details.

About

This course is delivered by UOW College Australia.

The Diploma of Engineering provides students with access to the university experience within a supported context. In the introductory phase of this course, students will complete subjects specifically designed to develop effective approaches to learning in the higher education context, with a focus on developing foundational mathematical skills essential to engineering. The second phase provides a program of study involving students in first‑year core engineering subjects, but with additional levels of support that enhance their opportunity to succeed.

Successful completion of the Diploma of Engineering provides entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree at the University of Wollongong (UOW).

Areas of study

Analysis, computing, electrical systems, foundations and essentials for engineering mathematics, sustainability, materials in design, mechanics, physics.

Career opportunities

Architectural engineer, computer architect, computer systems engineer, civil engineer, construction manager, electronics engineer, electrical engineer, environmental engineer, geotechnical engineer, materials engineer, mechanical engineer, metallurgist, network engineer, production engineer, security engineer, software engineer, structural engineer, systems analyst, telecommunications engineer, transport engineer, water quality manager.

Fees and charges

Refer to UOW College current fee information.

Admission criteria

Applicants with recent secondary education

Selection Rank: The guaranteed selection rank for entry to the Diploma of Engineering is 35.00, or minimum 70% in 4 HSC subjects, or minimum 75% in 3 HSC subjects.

Assumed knowledge: Any 2 units of mathematics, any 2 units of English.

Recommended studies: Chemistry, Engineering Studies and Physics.

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study

Applicants who have completed an AQF qualification (eg Certificate IV) will be considered for admission to this course.

Student profile

Visit the UOW website and select the undergraduate course that you are interested in, then choose the ‘Admission Profile’ tab in the Admissions, Key dates and Fees section.

Further information

View all details of this course on the UOW College website.

Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.