Overview
Are you ready to find better ways to power the modern world? In this course, you'll learn the processes behind the production and distribution of electricity.
Electrical engineering at RMIT is about more than just learning the theories behind the discipline, it’s about being able to put those theories into practice in order to solve problems. You’ll learn the skills necessary to make useful products and provide quality services by spending time on experiments in laboratory classes and designing projects.
You’ll learn to design, develop and supervise the manufacture, installation, operation and maintenance of electrical systems. You’ll also work on systems for the generation, distribution, utilization, and control of electric power and electronic systems used for a variety of domestic and industrial applications.
You’ll develop high-level technical and design skills and focus on a specialist area such as energy conversion, power systems or high-voltage equipment.
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.
To ensure you graduate job-ready, you’ll also have an opportunity to undertake a work-integrated learning (industry experience) elective.
Why study electrical 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 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. - Industry-relevant experience
You will have a number of opportunities for industry interaction during your studies including work placements and industry-based projects. Our teachers are experienced practitioners and we collaborate closely with industry to ensure our electrical engineering degree meets the needs of the workplace. - A globally accredited qualification
As a graduate, you will be eligible for membership of Engineers Australia, and your qualification will be recognized 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
Electrical engineers work on the systems for the generation, distribution, utilization and control of electric power systems. They drive the transition to alternative and renewable energy sources.
After graduating you may work in areas of industry such as:
- power generation and distribution
- mining and resources
- industrial systems design
- consumer product design
- process control industries
- electrified transportation
- manufacturing
- automotive
- defence
Work opportunities are available in Australia and overseas, designing and supervising projects to implement new technologies in small and large organisations.
The leadership skills you learn from project work will also help prepare you for management roles.
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.
