Diploma in Engineering
The University of Newcastle
CRICOS provider number: 00109J TEQSA provider ID: PRV12056
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
The Diploma in Engineering has been designed to deliver a core knowledge base that prepares you with the appropriate academic literacy, research, science, mathematics, and introductory engineering skills required for further study. The diploma also offers the opportunity to upskill and gain a qualification. You will learn to think critically, solve emerging issues, innovate, and expand your skills and knowledge across a range of areas.
You will receive embedded support from the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre, including access to a dedicated Student Liaison Officer, a quiet workspace for independent study and smaller class sizes in your foundational courses.
You will complete one course from the directed list of courses, providing you with a taste of one of the discipline areas within our 12 engineering specialisations.
The Diploma in Engineering provides you with a level 5 diploma qualification and offers a guaranteed entry pathway into all programs in the Guaranteed Admissions Scheme and
all disciplines of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree.
- Bachelor of Aerospace Systems Engineering (Honours)
- Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (Honours)
- Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours)
- Bachelor of Computer Systems Engineering (Honours)
- Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Honours)
- Bachelor of Environmental Engineering (Honours)
- Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours)
- Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering (Honours)
- Bachelor of Medical Engineering (Honours)
- Bachelor of Renewable Energy Engineering (Honours)
- Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours)
If you are applying for one of the Engineering programs listed above, you should consider listing the Diploma in Engineering as a back-up lower in your preferences.
Areas of study
Civil engineering, computing, electrical engineering, mathematics, mechanical engineering, physics and software engineering.
Elective pathways: All University of Newcastle Engineering (Honours) programs facilitate the study of a wide range of elective pathways to customise our students' learning experience. These can deepen or broaden the knowledge base of the core program, depending on the student's desires and interests.
Career opportunities
Entry level roles in engineering related fields.
Fees and charges
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Recommended studies: Mathematics Advanced.
Applicants who achieve an ATAR (or equivalent) of 50 or above are eligible for admission.
If you have not previously studied Mathematics Advanced (or equivalent) or your knowledge is limited, we strongly encourage you to consider enrolling in bridging courses. NUPrep Bridging provides free academic preparation and support short courses, available both on campus and online, to complete before starting your degree.
Explore NUPrep Bridging Courses
Applicants with higher education study
Applicants who have completed a minimum of two units of higher education study are eligible for admission.
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
Applicants who have successfully attained a competency-based AQF Level 3 qualification (Certificate III) or higher are eligible for admission.
Applicants with work and life experience
If you do not have an ATAR (or equivalent) or formal qualification, Newcastle University offers a range of pathways toward your preferred degree. No matter what your age or experience, there is a place for you.
Further information
View all details of this course on the University of Newcastle website.
University of Newcastle degrees
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2023)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Review of programs
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review. For up-to-date details, visit University of Newcastle degrees.
Honours
Applicants should note that under the revised Australian Qualifications Framework some programs are four-year programs available with direct entry. Other programs are three-year Bachelor degree programs. Meritorious students have the option to apply for an additional one-year end-on component after graduation. Check the course descriptions carefully.