Overview
Are you interested in a career as an electrical engineer? In this course you'll gain the fundamental knowledge and principals necessary for a career in electrical and electronic engineering.
Electrical engineers devise solutions to generate and use electrical power efficiently and cleanly. Electronic engineers design, implement and maintain electronic devices and systems, including those found in communications, defence, hospitals, and more.
Your study will include the generation, distribution and application of electrical energy, and the design and control of the electrical and electronic devices and systems required to power and improve life for people and communities.
You'll have a wide range of options to specialize in various sub-areas of electrical and electronic engineering, including:
- generation, distribution and conversion of electrical energy
- control systems
- analogue and digital electronics
- power electronics and drives
- communications and network engineering
- computer engineering and embedded systems
- audio signal processing
- image processing
- sensors and measurement technologies
- instrumentation
You'll have the opportunity to design creative solutions through inspiring and sustainable design-and-build projects, as well as taking part in the Engineers Without Borders Challenge - a humanitarian-focused course offered in all RMIT engineering degrees.
Why study electrical and electronic engineering at RMIT?
RMIT University is ranked in the top 100 universities in the world for engineering (electrical and electronic). Studying the Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) (Honours) at RMIT offers the following benefits:
- Prepare yourself for employment
With the opportunity to undertake industry placements either locally or internationally, you'll be work-ready when you graduate. There are also opportunities to tackle research projects in partnership with industry, like the Engineers Without Borders Challenge. - A flexible degree tailored for you
You will have a wide range of options to specialize in various sub-areas of electrical and electronic engineering. - A globally accredited qualification
As a graduate, you will be eligible for membership of Engineers Australia, and your qualification will be recognised by all 18 countries that are signatories to the International Engineering Alliance, the Washington Accord. These include the USA, UK, China, New Zealand, Japan, Korea and Singapore.
Career
Career opportunities in this field includes work in a range of industries including:
- automotive
- auto-electronics
- defence
- electrical supply industry
- government departments
- health and medical
- manufacturing
- power generation
- public transport
- renewable energy
- robotics and automation
- tech startups
- telecommunications
- transport
- aviation
You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent senior secondary school qualification) with a minimum 65% average (check calculator below).
Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognized post-secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.
Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.
If you don't meet the entry requirements, there may be other RMIT programs you are eligible for that can lead you to your preferred program.
