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- Entry requirements
- ATAR: 70
more entry options - Study mode
- Part Time Full Time
- First year fee (domestic)
- $9,063
- Full course fee (domestic)
- $27,190
- Full time duration
- 3
- Murdoch code
- B1408
The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.
Course overview
Gain practical engineering experience, engage with industry and learn from experts to build a deep understanding of engineering technology with a focus on emerging trends in engineering, sustainability, and industrial needs
Understanding engineering principles will give you the ability to design, manufacture, install, commission, operate and maintain plants and equipment.
This degree gives you the flexibility to pursue a specialist area of engineering study, including electrical and renewable energy, environmental engineering, or industrial control and automation, depending on your interests and career goals.
3 reasons to study Engineering Technology at Murdoch
- Specialise in one of three majors in areas of growing Engineering demand.
- Make use of our $10.1 million Bayer Pilot Plant – a real world engineering plant with a dedicated control room, the only one of its kind in WA.
- Gain 300 hours of real work experience as part of your degree.
What you’ll learn
Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you’ll learn:
- Electrical and electronic circuits
- Engineering design for sustainability
- Renewable energy systems
- Energy, mass and flow
- Control systems and process dynamics
- Instrumentation and communication systems
- Electrical power systems
- Engineering finance, management, and law
Your future career
Graduating with a degree in Engineering Technology will open many opportunities for a wide range of engineering and applied science careers around the world. You can also pursue careers in industries associated with electrical power and energy systems, computing and information technology, and instrumentation and control. Careers could include:
- Electrical Power Systems Operator and Designer
- Electrical Power Systems Planner and Analyst
- Instrumentation Technician
- Process Safety Technologist
- Engineering Technologist
- Control Systems Design and Analyst
- Environmental Systems Design, Planning, and Analyst
- Systems Integration Engineering Technologist
Professional recognition
This course can be used to meet the continuing professional education requirements of engineering technologists in the areas related to electrical engineering.
Start dates
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online |
Mixed mode
In this attendance mode, teaching and learning activities are delivered both face-to-face and online, with scheduled or flexible learning times. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 2, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 2, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
View the dates for our teaching periods or find out more about attendance modes.
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online |
Mixed mode
In this attendance mode, teaching and learning activities are delivered both face-to-face and online, with scheduled or flexible learning times. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 2, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 2, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
View the dates for our teaching periods or find out more about attendance modes.
Majors in this course
Admission requirements
| Means of admission | Minimum academic requirement | Minimum English requirement |
|---|---|---|
| University study | Successful completion of 4 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA). For the Bachelor of Engineering Technology: Successful completion of 2 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA). |
Successful completion of 4 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA). For the Bachelor of Engineering Technology: Successful completion of 2 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA). |
| Enabling courses (after Year 12) | Successful completion of one of the following:
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Successful completion of the course. |
Murdoch College |
Successful completion of one of the following:
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Successful completion of one of the following:
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| University study |
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Minimum academic requirementSuccessful completion of 4 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA). For the Bachelor of Engineering Technology: Successful completion of 2 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA). |
Minimum English requirementSuccessful completion of 4 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA). For the Bachelor of Engineering Technology: Successful completion of 2 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA). |
| Enabling courses (after Year 12) |
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Minimum academic requirementSuccessful completion of one of the following:
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Minimum English requirementSuccessful completion of the course. |
Murdoch College |
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Minimum academic requirementSuccessful completion of one of the following:
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Minimum English requirementSuccessful completion of one of the following:
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| Means of admission | Minimum academic requirement | Minimum English requirement |
|---|---|---|
| International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma | Total score of 24 or higher. |
Higher level (HL): 3 or better. Standard Level (SL): 4 or better. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). |
| GCE A Levels | Minimum of 6 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. A=2.5, B=2 etc.) or higher. |
A Levels: D in one of the following:
AS Level: C in one of the following:
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| Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) | Overall Position (OP) of 13 or lower. |
Sound Achievement (4) or better in a Queensland Studies Authority approved subject of one of the following:
Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). |
| Extenuating circumstances | We'll consider applications from prospective students whose education has been compromised due to genuine hardship, resulting in them falling short of entry requirements for an undergraduate course. Find out more. |
Case-by-case assessment. |
| Overseas Year 12 | Please refer to the information under the country of study. |
Please refer to the information under the country of study. |
| Enabling courses (in Year 12) | Successful completion of one of the following:
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Evidence of completing Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level (domestic applicants only), OR Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years study at TAFE or an RTO (domestic applicants only), OR A STAT Written English score of 140 or higher, OR Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following:
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| Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP) | CPS 59 or higher. For the Bachelor of Engineering Technology: CPS 54 or higher. |
50% in English Language and Australian Cultural Studies (ELACS). |
| Minimum Selection Rank (WA/ACT/NSW/NT/SA/TAS/VIC) | 70 |
Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following (or interstate equivalent):
Or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher. Or evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic applicants only). |
| VET course studied at school | Successful completion of a Diploma or higher. For the Bachelor of Engineering Technology: Successful completion of a Certificate IV or higher. |
Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following:
or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). |
| International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma |
|---|
Minimum academic requirementTotal score of 24 or higher. |
Minimum English requirementHigher level (HL): 3 or better. Standard Level (SL): 4 or better. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). |
| GCE A Levels |
|---|
Minimum academic requirementMinimum of 6 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. A=2.5, B=2 etc.) or higher. |
Minimum English requirementA Levels: D in one of the following:
AS Level: C in one of the following:
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| Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) |
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Minimum academic requirementOverall Position (OP) of 13 or lower. |
Minimum English requirementSound Achievement (4) or better in a Queensland Studies Authority approved subject of one of the following:
Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). |
| Extenuating circumstances |
|---|
Minimum academic requirementWe'll consider applications from prospective students whose education has been compromised due to genuine hardship, resulting in them falling short of entry requirements for an undergraduate course. Find out more. |
Minimum English requirementCase-by-case assessment.
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| Overseas Year 12 |
|---|
Minimum academic requirementPlease refer to the information under the country of study.
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Minimum English requirementPlease refer to the information under the country of study.
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| Enabling courses (in Year 12) |
|---|
Minimum academic requirementSuccessful completion of one of the following:
|
Minimum English requirementEvidence of completing Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level (domestic applicants only), OR Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years study at TAFE or an RTO (domestic applicants only), OR A STAT Written English score of 140 or higher, OR Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following:
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| Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP) |
|---|
Minimum academic requirementCPS 59 or higher. For the Bachelor of Engineering Technology: CPS 54 or higher. |
Minimum English requirement50% in English Language and Australian Cultural Studies (ELACS). |
| Minimum Selection Rank (WA/ACT/NSW/NT/SA/TAS/VIC) |
|---|
Minimum academic requirement70 |
Minimum English requirementScaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following (or interstate equivalent):
Or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher. Or evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic applicants only). |
| VET course studied at school |
|---|
Minimum academic requirementSuccessful completion of a Diploma or higher. For the Bachelor of Engineering Technology: Successful completion of a Certificate IV or higher. |
Minimum English requirementScaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following:
or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). |
| Means of admission | Minimum academic requirement | Minimum English requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma or Advanced Diploma AQF level 5-6 | Successful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma. |
Successful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma. |
| Certificate IV AQF level 4 | Successful completion of a Certificate IV. |
STAT Written English score of 140 or higher (145 if prior to May 2010), OR Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) |
| Diploma or Advanced Diploma AQF level 5-6 |
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Minimum academic requirementSuccessful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma. |
Minimum English requirementSuccessful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma. |
| Certificate IV AQF level 4 |
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Minimum academic requirementSuccessful completion of a Certificate IV. |
Minimum English requirementSTAT Written English score of 140 or higher (145 if prior to May 2010), OR Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) |
| Means of admission | Minimum academic requirement | Minimum English requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) | For Bachelor of Engineering Honours: Multiple Choice score of 155 (165 if taken prior to May 2010). For the Bachelor of Engineering Technology: Multiple Choice score of 135 (145 if taken prior to May 2010). |
For Bachelor of Engineering Technology and Bachelor of Engineering Honours: Written English Score of 140 (145 if taken prior to May 2010). Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only). Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). |
| Mature Age Pathway (MAP) | MAP involves an interview and a portfolio submission to be assessed by the Academic Chair of the course. Admission is based on relevant work and life experience. Applicants must also meet the English Language Competency requirements for the course. Email us for more information. |
Must be met according to the respective courses standard ELC requirements, STAT Written English 140, etc. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only). Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). |
| Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) |
|---|
Minimum academic requirementFor Bachelor of Engineering Honours: Multiple Choice score of 155 (165 if taken prior to May 2010). For the Bachelor of Engineering Technology: Multiple Choice score of 135 (145 if taken prior to May 2010). |
Minimum English requirementFor Bachelor of Engineering Technology and Bachelor of Engineering Honours: Written English Score of 140 (145 if taken prior to May 2010). Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only). Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). |
| Mature Age Pathway (MAP) |
|---|
Minimum academic requirementMAP involves an interview and a portfolio submission to be assessed by the Academic Chair of the course. Admission is based on relevant work and life experience. Applicants must also meet the English Language Competency requirements for the course. Email us for more information. |
Minimum English requirementMust be met according to the respective courses standard ELC requirements, STAT Written English 140, etc. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only). Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). |
English Requirements
You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.
Other Requirements
Students enrolling in units that have a practical component must make allowance for on-campus attendance to complete the practical work. All Engineering Technology students will undertake at least 300 hours of approved work experience, plus complete a report outlining the experience gained, in order to complete the requirements of the degree. This work experience must be in a suitable engineering-related area and must be approved by the Engineering Academic Chair. This professional practicum as well as support materials and guidance is provided in the 0 credit point unit ENG100 Engineering Professional Practice. This unit should be enrolled in each year.Recognition of Prior Learning
Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.
Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.
Adjustment for Murdoch RISE
Murdoch RISE is a selection rank adjustment, as part of our commitment to helping students from regional, Indigenous and low socio-economic backgrounds gain university entry.
If you achieve an ATAR of 60.00 - 89.95, a Murdoch RISE adjustment factor of up to 10.00 points may help you get into your preferred course. Murdoch RISE can increase your selection rank up to a maximum of 90.00.
There’s no application or need to register. If you are eligible, the adjustment factor is automatically added to your raw ATAR score when you apply.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.
Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.
This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai and Singapore campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.
Plan your course
Explore the sample course structure below to get an idea of what your degree could look like, or take the next step in planning your degree:
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To help plan the structure of your course, search for our suggested course plans.
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Fees & Scholarships
Fees
The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.
Scholarships
How to Apply
Your document checklist
Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.
Compulsory documents
Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:
- Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study)
- ATAR results (if available)
- STAT results (if applicable)
- Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
- School leavers applying for an Early Offer submit their Year 11 and 12 most recent high school report via TISC
Recommended documents (if applicable)
- Change of name documentation
- Marriage certificate
- Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing
Your document checklist
Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.
Compulsory documents
- Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:
- Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study) both original and English translated versions.
- Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
- Genuine Student documents (if applicable) - Check the GS requirements page for further information
- GS Form 2
- Personal Statement (SOP)
- Up to date Curriculum Vitae
- A copy of your Passport
Recommended documents
- A copy of your visa documents (if available)
- A copy of any past visa rejection documents (if applicable)
- Packaged offer letter (if applicable)
- Sponsorship documents if you study will be sponsored
- Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing
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All fees are indicative and are provided as a guide only. The actual fees will depend on the individual units you enrol in. You should refer to your Letter of Offer for specific course and fee related information.
The first-year indicative fee is based on a typical full-time enrolment at Murdoch University of 24 credit points.
For domestic students, including Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, the indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported fee.
Indicative fees for international students are based on applicable full fee paying rates.
The estimated, indicative fee covers tuition fees only, and certain additional fees and charges may apply, depending on the course and units you choose. It also does not take into account any scholarships or bursaries for which you may be eligible.
The estimated, indicative fee assumes no fee increases or indexation. Over time, fee increases or indexation may occur and will affect the estimate. If you are a full fee paying student, this may occur at the start of your second and each subsequent year of study. In the case of Commonwealth Supported students, this will occur for each new calendar year in line with Government policy.
All fee estimates are provided in Australian dollars.