Lead in Engineering
This program is a comprehensive preparation for careers in the professional practice of engineering, with a focus on civil and environmental engineering.
You’ll learn to deal with complex systems and manage large-scale projects using the most appropriate emerging technologies.
This course offers an authentic, professionally focused and practice-based education program with two sessions of internship (normally paid) in a real workplace setting.
Part of the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology.
EXPLORE
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Bachelor of Business Diploma in Professional Engineering Practice
CODE
UTS: C09071 (version 5)
CRICOS: 084092G
UAC: 609380 (Autumn Session)
DURATION
6 years full time
12 years part time
INTAKE
Autumn Session - Internal Course Transfer. Current UTS students only 2025
Spring Session - Internal Course Transfer. Current UTS students only 2025
Autumn Session - Internal Course Transfer. Current UTS students only 2026
Spring Session - Internal Course Transfer. Current UTS students only 2026
COURSE FEES
LOCATION
City campus
What you’ll study
This course aims to equip you with the skills and attributes needed for professional practice and leadership.
It’s based on the themes of academic development, personal development and professional formation.
You’ll learn sound foundations in engineering theory, technical expertise and knowledge of professional practice, while also developing academic literacy, advocacy skills and social awareness.
Through electives, you can learn knowledge in a second engineering discipline, obtain a sub-major in a different field or study postgraduate-level subjects and apply for credit towards an engineering master degree.
Subjects at a glance
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Core subjects
Subject Code Subject Name 68037 Physical Modelling33130 Mathematics 133230 Mathematics 248230 Introduction to Engineering Projects41201 Designing Sustainable Engineering Projects41202 Professional Engineering Communication22108 Accounting and Accountability23115 Economics for Business21212 People and Organisations24109 Marketing and Customer Value25400 Financial Literacy21214 Business and Social Impact22208 Accounting, Business and Society41035 Professional Practice Preparation 141037 Work Integrated Learning 141038 Professional Practice Review 141045 Professional Practice Preparation 241047 Work Integrated Learning 241048 Professional Practice Review 2
Admissions information
Admissions information
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Entry schemes and pathways
UTS Early Entry program
If you've excelled in Year 11, our Early Entry program rewards the hard work you've put into your studies. Successful applicants receive a provisional offer before their HSC/IB exams.
Elite athletes and performers
If you're an elite athlete or performer who has represented your school or state at a national level, and your studies have been affected, this scheme is for you.
InpUTS
If you've experienced long-term disadvantages that have affected your education, you may be eligible for selection rank adjustments through inpUTS.
Completing a recognised TAFE or VET provider qualification
With a VET qualification, you're eligible to apply for certain courses. Take the next step in your education.
Jumbunna Admissions Program
If you're Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, Jumbunna is an alternative application process for our courses that emphasises diverse pathways to success.
Changing from another undergraduate course
You can apply for our courses using your previous study. You may even be eligible for recognition of prior learning, so you won’t need to repeat subjects.
“The Lucy Mentoring Program has allowed me to connect with so many like-minded women from different Engineering backgrounds. It’s provided me with perspective.”
Where you’ll study
Our world-class facilities support your future-focused learning and high-impact research. They enable effective partnerships with industry and provide services to our community.
Why UTS?
Why study Engineering at UTS
Engineers are pivotal in the technology revolution. With a degree in engineering at UTS, you'll learn the latest technical and leadership skills to solve practical industry challenges and address global issues.
Our degrees prioritise hands-on learning. With over 1000 partner companies to choose from, you'll have ample opportunities to apply innovative approaches to industry problems, studios and hackathons before you graduate.
11.7%
increase in engineering manager positions over the next five years.
Labour Market Insights 2021
$187,700
Median annual earnings as engineering managers.
Labour Market Insights 2021
Above world standard
for Engineering.
2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) evaluation
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