Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Deakin University - Melbourne Burwood Campus, Australia

Go beyond the classroom with Deakin’s future-focused Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). Get the skills and hands-on experience to create innovative solutions to real-world engineering problems. You will develop the knowledge and expertise to enter professional engineering practice in civil, environmental and sustainability, electrical and renewable energy, mechanical or mechatronics engineering.

Designed for future-focused problem solvers who want to make a positive impact, Deakin’s engineering degrees are built around innovation, industry connection and real-world experience. Unlike traditional theory-first programs, you will learn through immersive, project-based experiences from day one—collaborating, creating, and solving industry challenges using cutting-edge technology. Graduate confident, capable, and ready to engineer change.

Want to turn your big ideas into creative engineering solutions?

Deakin's Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) focuses on graduate employability and the future needs of the industry. Our long-standing partnerships with Engineers Australia and various industry leaders inform our teaching – meaning you develop the skills employers want through courses that stay relevant. As a graduate, you'll be well-rounded and ready to meet the challenges of the future.

Gain access to world-class technology, teaching and research facilities at our renowned Melbourne Burwood and Geelong Waurn Ponds campuses. Housing some of the most advanced systems and learning spaces in Australia, they provide the ultimate training ground to design, construct and test your ideas.

Examples of Deakin’s deep collaboration with government and industry partners include ManuFutures – a revived manufacturing centre with a thriving SME base across Victoria – as well as flagship marine, aquaculture and water management projects. These partnerships help ensure our courses and research stay at the cutting edge of innovation. You’ll also explore and contribute to future-focused initiatives such as the Circular Economy Initiative, Hycel, Digital Futures Hub, Carbon Nexus, AquaFI Hub and BatTRI-Hub.

Each trimester, 50% of your time is dedicated to project- and design-based learning. This hands-on approach builds your confidence and ability to apply engineering knowledge in real-world contexts. With guidance from expert teaching staff, you’ll tackle industry-relevant problems and research, design, test, and evaluate practical solutions. You'll also work on creative projects that strengthen your communication skills, foster collaboration, and prepare you to thrive in team-based environments.

Our hands-on approach to learning is extended by work-integrated learning and opportunities to develop your professional practice skills. These experiences not only give you invaluable industry exposure but help you kick-start your professional networks and explore career options while you study.