Bachelor of Technology (Engineering) Major in Electronics and Computer Systems

If you want a degree that goes beyond theory and actually lets you do engineering, ECU’s Bachelor of Technology (Engineering) is designed with you in mind. From your very first year, you’re not just sitting in lectures — you’re sketching ideas, modelling designs in CAD, building and testing materials, writing code, and applying engineering concepts to real, practical situations.

As you move through the course, the hands-on focus only deepens. In your third year, you’ll step into a Technology Practicum that puts you in a real technical environment, where you apply what you’ve learned and see how engineering works day to day. You’ll also complete a Technology Project in your final semester, giving you the opportunity to take ownership of a practical engineering challenge and guide it from concept through to a working solution.

Real-world experience is built into the degree. Before you graduate, you’ll complete at least eight weeks of professional practice in industry, so you don’t just leave with a qualification — you leave with workplace experience, confidence, and a portfolio that shows employers what you can actually do.

Throughout the course, you’ll be working in ECU’s fully equipped engineering labs and workshops. That includes spaces for 3D printing and advanced manufacturing, as well as facilities for robotics, electronics, structures, hydraulics, and renewable energy. Units like Engineering Drawing and Computer-Aided Design, Materials and Manufacturing, Engineering Systems, and Engineering Fundamentals are all taught with a strong lab-based focus, helping you build solid, practical skills from the ground up.

You’ll also benefit from industry-connected projects and collaborations through ECU’s engineering partnerships, giving you exposure to real engineering challenges and valuable professional networks while you study.

This degree isn’t about memorising formulas for exams — it’s about building real skills, real confidence, and real experience, so you’re ready to step straight into engineering and technology roles after graduation.

Graduates from Edith Cowan University’s Bachelor of Technology (Engineering) don’t just leave with theory — they step into the workforce with practical, job-ready skills that employers really value. Many students move straight into roles where they’re applying hands-on engineering knowledge from day one, whether that’s as an Engineering Technologist, Engineering Technician, project support professional, or in technical roles across manufacturing and infrastructure. What really sets this degree apart is the real workplace experience you gain along the way — something employers increasingly expect from new graduates.

What this means for you

Career support from day one
At ECU, you’re not left to figure out your future alone. The Careers and Employability team supports you from the moment you start, helping you explore career options, build strong resumes, prepare for interviews, and connect with volunteering and industry networking opportunities. They work closely with your lecturers and industry partners to help you access placements and internships that build confidence, skills, and real-world experience.

Strong industry connections
ECU’s School of Engineering works closely with industry, partnering with engineering firms and technology providers such as Schneider Electric, GHD, Magellan Power, and other regional employers. These connections mean you’ll have opportunities to engage with real engineering challenges, understand industry standards, and learn skills that align with what employers are actually looking for today.

Built-in practical experience
Professional practice isn’t optional — it’s part of your degree. You’ll complete industry work experience as part of your studies, so when you graduate, you’re bringing both academic knowledge and real workplace exposure to the table. That combination can make a big difference when you start applying for jobs.

Flexible pathways and future options
This Bachelor of Technology is designed as a strong entry point into engineering, with flexibility built in. If you decide you want to go further, you can transfer into one of ECU’s Bachelor of Engineering Honours programs and deepen your technical expertise.

Continuing your studies

After completing the Bachelor of Technology (Engineering), you’ll have clear and achievable options to keep building your qualifications. Many students choose to move into an ECU Bachelor of Engineering Honours degree in areas such as Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electronics and Communications. These four-year professional engineering programs offer more advanced technical depth, and because of overlapping first-year content, you can often receive advanced standing and transition directly into second-year units.

If you’re aiming for roles in design, innovation, or future leadership within engineering, this pathway can significantly strengthen your career prospects. And if you decide to go even further, ECU also offers postgraduate coursework and research opportunities in engineering and technology — giving you room to specialise, upskill, or move into higher-level technical or academic careers.