Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Diploma in Industry Practice (Mechanical)

5 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Technology Sydney

Program Overview

Program Overview
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Diploma in Professional Engineering Practice – Mechanical at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) combines a full honours engineering degree with a hands-on industry-placement diploma. This program equips you to design, build, and maintain machines, systems, and devices — while giving you real-world experience before you even graduate. It’s ideal for ambitious students who love maths, physics, and solving technical challenges, and who want to graduate not just with strong engineering knowledge but also practical industry skills.

Curriculum Structure

First year
Your first year focuses on building a strong foundation in engineering. You’ll study subjects like Mathematics 1 and Physical Modelling to understand how mathematical models describe the behaviour of physical systems. In Introduction to Engineering Projects, you’ll start hands-on problem-solving, learning to tackle engineering challenges from day one.

Second year
In the second year, you’ll start applying your knowledge to more complex problems. You’ll continue with Mathematics 2 and explore core mechanical engineering topics, while participating in your first industry placement through the Diploma in Professional Engineering Practice. This is your first opportunity to see how engineering works in the real world.

Third year
By the third year, you’ll dive deeper into your mechanical engineering major. You’ll study subjects covering dynamics, fluids, materials, and machine design, while working on team-based projects that mimic real-world engineering challenges. This is where theory meets practice.

Fourth year
In the fourth year, learning becomes more advanced and specialised. You’ll take senior subjects like Engineering Project Appraisal and Designing Sustainable Engineering Projects, complete your second long industry placement, and work on your honours project — a capstone addressing a real engineering challenge.

Fifth year (placement and completion year)
Your fifth year focuses on your second 24-week industry placement and completing professional practice review subjects. By the end of this year, you’ll have polished your professional skills, gained in-depth industry experience, and prepared for a smooth transition into the workforce.

Focus areas:
Mechanical systems design, fluid and thermodynamic systems, dynamics and control, manufacturing and materials, professional engineering practice and leadership, two long-term industry placements.

Learning outcomes:
Graduates of this program will be able to analyse and design complex mechanical systems, apply engineering principles in real-world industry settings, collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams, communicate professionally, and reflect on their growth as lifelong engineers.

Professional alignment (accreditation):
This degree is fully accredited by Engineers Australia at the level of Professional Engineer and recognised internationally under the Washington Accord.

Reputation (employability rankings):
UTS is ranked among the top 10 universities in Australia for Engineering & Technology. Its engineering programs receive five-star ratings for graduate starting salary, highlighting strong career prospects.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Diploma in Professional Engineering Practice – Mechanical at University of Technology Sydney (UTS) gives you a perfect blend of hands-on experience and strong technical foundations. From day one, you’ll do much more than attend lectures — you’ll work in studios, labs, go on industry placements, and use real engineering tools so you graduate ready to make an impact.

Here’s how you’ll gain practical skills and make the most of UTS’s real-world facilities:

Industry placements / internships: The Diploma in Professional Engineering Practice includes two 6-month professional placements. You’ll get direct exposure to engineering workplaces, building experience employers value.
Team-based studio projects: From your second year onwards, you’ll tackle real-world design briefs in collaborative studio subjects. This is your chance to apply theory in practical, team-based challenges.
Capstone honours project: In your final year, you’ll complete a major design or research project, giving you a significant piece of work to showcase to future employers.
Hands-on labs & workshops: You’ll have access to UTS’s top-notch engineering facilities — labs, workshops, and manufacturing studios like ProtoSpace — to design, build, test, and model mechanical systems.
Use of digital tools: Learn to work with modern engineering software including CAD, simulation and modelling programs, and dynamic systems analysis tools, integrated throughout your subjects.
Industry-connected teaching: With over 1,000 partner companies, the course brings real-world briefs, guest speakers, and industry insights into your learning, ensuring your skills are relevant and recognised.

This program is designed for students who want to do engineering, not just study it. You’ll graduate not only with strong technical knowledge but with real-world experience that makes you job-ready from day one.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Here’s how your future could look with the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) + Diploma in Professional Engineering Practice (Mechanical) at the University of Technology Sydney:

Graduate outcomes in a nutshell:
You’ll graduate ready to take on roles like Mechanical Engineer, Project Engineer, Design Engineer, or Automation/Robotics Engineer. You’ll have both the technical skills and the practical, industry-ready experience to make an immediate impact. This degree sets you up to lead and innovate in the field of mechanical engineering.

Progression & Future Opportunities:

University career support:
UTS CareerHub is there to help you every step of the way — from resume and interview workshops to networking events and internship opportunities — making your transition into the workforce smoother and more confident.

Employment stats & salary:
UTS reports that 77.5% of undergraduates move straight into full-time employment, with a median salary of around AUD 70,000. In engineering specifically, the outlook is even brighter: engineering manager roles are expected to grow by 11.7% over the next five years, with median earnings around AUD 187,700.

University-industry connections:
UTS partners with over 1,000 companies in the engineering sector. This means you’ll get hands-on learning experiences, internships, studio projects, and opportunities to solve real industry problems before you even graduate.

Accreditation and recognition:
The program is fully accredited by Engineers Australia at the Professional Engineer level and is recognised internationally through the Washington Accord — giving your qualification credibility both at home and overseas.

Graduation outcomes:
Once you graduate, you’ll be equipped to work across a wide range of sectors — from manufacturing, energy, and transport to robotics, smart systems, and more. Your degree gives you industry-aligned credentials that employers value and recognised professional engineering status.

Further Academic Progression:
If you want to deepen your expertise, you could go on to a Master of Engineering, a research-based Master’s, or even a PhD in areas like mechanical engineering, robotics, automation, or materials science. This opens doors to advanced research, leadership positions, or even an academic career.