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Engineering and Mathematics

Use your skills and knowledge to solve practical problems we face in ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøreal world

Studying Engineering and Mathematics in Perth

Do you have a keen interest in how things work? Do you enjoy finding solutions with technical thinking? Engineering and Mathematics are responsible for many things that make our lives easier and more enjoyable – from producing ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøfabrics we wear to ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøroads we use and ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøphones that help us stay in touch. Ìý

When you study Engineering and Mathematics, you’ll be part of a creative and exciting discipline that spans traditional boundaries. You can choose from many courses, either a general qualification to get a broad understanding and essential skills or start your studies in one of ·¬ÇÑÉçÇømany specialist fields. Ìý

As part of this field, you’ll have ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøopportunity to study ·¬ÇÑÉçÇødesign, manufacture, installation, maintenance and functioning of machines, products, systems and structures. You’ll also learn about ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøcomposition and processing of metals, ceramics and other materials. Ìý

The mix of theory and technical skills will make you extremely employable as a graduate.Ìý

Did you know that more than 80% of engineering graduates find employment within six months of graduating?

Engineering Courses in Perth

There are five main areas of Engineering: chemical, civil, electrical, mechanical, and structural. However, as technology advances, many sub-interest areas have developed, including biomedical, software and textile technology, and robotics and mechatronics. Ìý

The diverse range of specialist areas includes manufacturing technology, chemical engineering, civil engineering, land information technology, electrical engineering, mechatronics, automation, environmental engineering, biomedical engineering, computer engineering, food technology, aeronautical and space engineering, software engineering, mining engineering, and plant and machine maintenance. Ìý

No matter which area you choose to specialise in, your course will allow you to develop your industry knowledge, advanced technical skills, and problem-solving abilities. Ìý

Student stories

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"Perth is a great place to pursue a mining career."
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"Perth is a city of engineers, especially because of its big mining industry."

Theoretical Content

The primary goal of this field of education is to help students develop a strong understanding of how materials and energy are converted, and how objects are measured and represented. It also focuses on ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøoperation of plants, machinery, and transport systems.

In engineering, there are five main areas: chemical, civil, electrical, mechanical, and structural. However, as technology advances, a wide range of sub-interest areas has developed that include biomedical, software and textile engineering.Ìý

The theoretical content includes:

  • Aeronautics

  • Engineering and manufacturing technology

  • Food technology

  • Land information technology and remote sensing

  • Materials science

  • Principles of design and drafting, planning and commissioning

  • Plant and machine maintenance

Fields of work

Regardless of ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøcourse you choose, you will gain industry knowledge and advanced technical skills and improve your problem-solving abilities. If you are interested in finding solutions with technical thinking and inventing or improving systems, processes, and objects, it would be a great field to study and work in.Ìý

This study area comprises ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøfollowing fields of work:

  • Manufacturing Engineering and Technology

  • Process and Resources Engineering

  • Automotive Engineering and Technology

  • Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology

  • Civil Engineering

  • Geomatic Engineering

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Technology

  • Aerospace Engineering and Technology

  • Maritime Engineering and Technology

  • Other Engineering and Related Technologies

Potential careers

From improving medical equipment and healthcare systems as a biomedical engineer to designing computer terminals and overseeing large-scale operations for aircraft, there is a diverse range of exciting careers on ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøhorizon with a qualification in Engineering and Mathematics. Ìý

The industry is also very open to international graduates. In Engineering alone, 58.5% of workers in Australia were born overseas.Ìý

Graduates can pursue a range of careers in various industries, such as:

  • Aerospace engineering

  • Civil engineering

  • Mechanical engineering

  • Electrical engineering

  • Chemical engineering

  • Computer engineering

  • Financial analysis

  • Data analysis

  • Software development

  • Robotics

  • Research and development (R&D) in various fields.

Jobs in high demandÌý

Demand for workers in this industry has increased in ·¬ÇÑÉçÇølast few years due to ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøincreased investment in public infrastructure projects and more interest in clean energy options.ÌýÌý

According to ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø, ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøfollowing jobs will grow in demand by 2026.

  • Telecommunications engineering professionals will grow by 17.6%Ìý
  • Aircraft maintenance engineers will grow by 16.7%Ìý
  • Surveyors and spatial scientists will grow by 14.6%Ìý
  • Civil engineering professionals will grow by 13.4%Ìý
  • ICT business and systems analysts will grow by 12.9%

FAQs

Engineering courses are available at four universities in Perth – Curtin University, Edith Cowan University, Murdoch University, and The University of Western Australia. Some of ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøEngineering courses available in Perth are:Ìý

Automation and Robotics EngineeringÌý

Biomedical EngineeringÌý

Chemical EngineeringÌý

Civil and Construction EngineeringÌý

Electrical and Computer EngineeringÌý

Electrical and Renewable Energy EngineeringÌý

Energy EngineeringÌý

Environmental EngineeringÌý

Industrial and Systems EngineeringÌý

Maritime EngineeringÌý

Mechanical EngineeringÌý

Mechatronic EngineeringÌý

Metallurgical EngineeringÌý

Mining EngineeringÌý

Petroleum EngineeringÌý

Software EngineeringÌý

Multiple degrees focus on mathematics, depending on what type of mathematics you want to study. Here are some of ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøundergraduate courses available in Perth:Ìý

Bachelor of MathematicsÌý

Bachelor of Science (Mathematics)Ìý

Bachelor of Science (Actuarial Science)Ìý

Bachelor of Advanced Science (Financial Mathematics)Ìý

Bachelor of Advanced Science (Industrial and Applied Mathematics)Ìý

Bachelor of Science (Data Science)Ìý

Bachelor of Philosophy (Mathematics)Ìý

Bachelor of Philosophy (Statistics)Ìý

Four universities in Perth offer engineering programs. These include Curtin University, Edith Cowan University, Murdoch University, and The University of Western Australia. Each University offers its unique combination of majors and specialisations in different areas of engineering, so ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøuniversity you choose will depend on ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøarea of engineering you’d like to study.Ìý

Each University and course has different entry requirements. You can use our Course Search to find your course and check ·¬ÇÑÉçÇørequirements on ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøinstitution’s website. Most courses require demonstrated English language competence—an IELTS score of at least 6.5. Ìý

Each University and course has different entry requirements. You can use our Course Search to find your course and check ·¬ÇÑÉçÇørequirements on ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøinstitution’s website. Most courses require demonstrated English language competence—an IELTS score of at least 6.5. Ìý

Where to study Engineering and Mathematics in Perth