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Overview
The Diploma of Engineering is ideal if you're curious about studying engineering and would like to learn more, but are unsure about committing to a full undergraduate degree.
During your engineering studies, you will explore some of the general concepts, principles and practices of engineering, develop your technical skills and build upon your maths and science knowledge.
With the diploma, you qualify for entry-level engineering roles, or you can continue onto other engineering degree courses such as CDU's Associate Degree in Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering Science or Bachelor of Engineering Honours.
Credit transfers and advanced standing
Credit transfer
For further information on credit transfer and how to apply visit ASK CDU
Credit transfers and advanced standing
Credit transfer
For further information on credit transfer and how to apply visit ASK CDU
Fees
Commonwealth supported places
Commonwealth Supported places are available in this course to students who meet one of the following residency requirements:
(a) be an Australian citizen, who will complete some of your course of study while resident in Australia; or
(b) a New Zealand citizen; or an Australian permanent visa holder; or an eligible former permanent humanitarian visa holder; who studies the entire course while living in Australia.
Further information about fees and charges can be found at Fees and Payments.
International tuition fees
Why study engineering at CDU?
Our internationally-accredited engineering degree is for problem solvers like you. Think creatively to find solutions to real-world challenges, from uniquely Top End issues like cyclones to systems and designs with wider impact like renewable energy, transport, building construction, electronics, and more.
- #3 in Australia for engineering and technology employment outcomes (GUG 2024)
- #4 in Australia for engineering and technology starting salary (GUG 2024)
- Choose to study online, on campus, part-time or full-time as it suits you
- Take part in projects and graduate with real work experience
Why study an undergraduate course at CDU?
Study an undergraduate course at Charles Darwin University to turn your passion into a profession. Choose from hundreds of certificates, diplomas and degrees and enjoy a flexible, supportive learning environment. Whatever you're interested in, there's a place for you at CDU.
- Top 100 university globally for quality education (THE Impact Rankings 2021)
- Five-star Australian university for graduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)
Why study engineering at CDU?
Our internationally-accredited engineering degree is for problem solvers like you. Think creatively to find solutions to real-world challenges, from uniquely Top End issues like cyclones to systems and designs with wider impact like renewable energy, transport, building construction, electronics, and more.
- #3 in Australia for engineering and technology employment outcomes (GUG 2024)
- #4 in Australia for engineering and technology starting salary (GUG 2024)
- Choose to study online, on campus, part-time or full-time as it suits you
- Take part in projects and graduate with real work experience
Why study an undergraduate course at CDU?
Study an undergraduate course at Charles Darwin University to turn your passion into a profession. Choose from hundreds of certificates, diplomas and degrees and enjoy a flexible, supportive learning environment. Whatever you're interested in, there's a place for you at CDU.
- Top 100 university globally for quality education (THE Impact Rankings 2021)
- Five-star Australian university for graduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)
What will I study?
A strong general engineering background is provided, suitable as a pathway into all areas of engineering.
Course structure
This course is available externally by distance learning if you are not able to attend classes on campus on a regular basis. Access to the internet is required for distance learning, with access to high speed broadband highly recommended.
A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 80 credit points (cp) as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless indicated.
| Unit type | Credit Points | Specific requirements |
| Common Units (2 units) | 20cp | Common units totalling 20 credit points as detailed below. CUC107 Cultural Intelligence and Capability Select Common Units to find out more about individual units and advanced standing options. |
| Core Units (5 units) | 50cp | Compulsory Core units totalling 50 credit points as detailed below. ENG151 Statics Students enrolled prior to 2021 should refer to the transition arrangement provided below. |
| Elective (1 unit) | 10cp | Units totalling 10 credit points selected from undergraduate units offered by the University. |
| 80cp | Total Credit Points |
Course Rules (unless otherwise indicated in the course structures above)
- See the Higher Education Course Rules (Award Requirements) in the Units and Courses Policy.
Course Changes and Transitional Arrangements from 2021
Course Structure: Core units have increased from 40 credit points to 50 credit points and Elective units decreased from 20 credit points to 10 credit points.
Core unit changes:
ENG174 Electrical Engineering has been replaced by ENG175 Internet of Things
SMA104 Concepts of Mathematics has been added as a core unit from 2021
Course Changes and Transitional Arrangements from 2020
Course Structure: Core units have been reduced from 50 credit points to 40 credit points and an Elective totalling 10 credit points has been added.
Unit discontinuation: ENG142 Concepts of Chemical Engineering has been discontinued from 2020 and removed as a required core unit. Students who have already completed ENG142 will count this unit as one of their elective units.
Study plan
Students commencing in Semester 1
The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 1 and enrolling in a standard full time and part time load. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to reduce or vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial or other reasons should use the table as a guide to create an individual study plan.
Full-time Study Plan
| Legend: | CU = Common Unit | CO = Core Unit | E = Elective |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Year 1 | |||
| CUC106 Design and Innovation: Communicating Technology | CU | CUC107 Cultural Intelligence and Capability or Elective | CU/E |
| CUC107 Cultural Intelligence and Capability or Elective | CU/E | ENG151 Statics | CO |
| SMA104 Concepts of Mathematics | CO | ENG175 Internet of Things | CO |
| SPH141 Concepts of Physics | CO | SMA101 Mathematics 1A | CO |
Part-time Study Plan
| Legend: | CU = Common Unit | CO = Core Unit | E = Elective |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Year 1 | |||
| CUC106 Design and Innovation: Communicating Technology | CU | SMA101 Mathematics 1A | CO |
| SMA104 Concepts of Mathematics | CO | SPH141 Concepts of Physics | CO |
| Year 2 | |||
| CUC107 Cultural Intelligence and Capability or Elective | CU/E | CUC107 Cultural Intelligence and Capability or Elective | CU/E |
| ENG151 Statics | CO | ENG175 Internet of Things | CO |
Students commencing in Semester 2
The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 2 and enrolling in a standard full time and part time load. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to reduce or vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial or other reasons should use the table as a guide to create an individual study plan.
Full-time Study Plan
| Legend: | CU = Common Unit | CO = Core Unit | E = Elective |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Year 1 | |||
| CUC106 Design and Innovation: Communicating Technology | CU | ||
| ENG175 Internet of Things | CO | ||
| SMA104 Concepts of Mathematics | CO | ||
| SPH141 Concepts of Physics | CO | ||
| Year 2 | |||
| CUC107 Cultural Intelligence and Capability | CU | ||
| ENG151 Statics | CO | ||
| SMA101 Mathematics 1A | CO | ||
| Elective | E | ||
Part-time Study Plan
| Legend: | CU = Common Unit | CO = Core Unit | E = Elective |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Year 1 | |||
| SMA104 Concepts of Mathematics | CU | ||
| SPH141 Concepts of Physics | CO | ||
| Year 2 | |||
| CUC106 Design and Innovation: Communicating Technology | CU | CUC107 Cultural Intelligence and Capability or Elective | CU/E |
| SMA101 Mathematics 1A | CO | ENG175 Internet of Things | CO |
| Year 3 | |||
| CUC107 Cultural Intelligence and Capability or Elective | CU/E | ||
| ENG151 Statics | CO | ||
Students Commencing in Summer Semester
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Summer Semester | |||
| Year 1 | |||||
| CUC106 Design and Innovation: Communicating Technology | CU | ||||
| SMA104 Concepts of Mathematics | CO | ||||
| Year 2 | |||||
| CUC107 Cultural Intelligence and Capability | CU | ENG151 Statics | CO | ||
| SPH141 Concepts of Physics | CO | ENG175 Internet of Things | CO | ||
| SMA101 Mathematics 1A | CO | ||||
| Elective | E | ||||
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
Admission requirements are met by one of the following:
- Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.
- Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
- Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
- Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
- Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.
- Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course.
- Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
- Defence members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:
~Air Force: Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman, Corporal, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman
~Army: Corporal, Lance Corporal, Private
~Navy: Able Seaman, Leading Seaman, Seaman - Current School Leaver Pathways:
~Best of 3 Year 12 subject grades
~School recommendation program
* After any applicable adjustment factors have been applied.
Essential requirements
English language requirements
To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.
The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education in an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.
| CDU English for Academic Purposes 3 (ZEAP30) | Successful completion of EAP003 English for Academic Purposes 3 |
| IELTS Academic Module | A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0. |
| Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) | A minimum overall score of 169, with no skill below 169. |
| Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency | A minimum overall grade of B2. |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module | A minimum overall score of 50 with no score lower than 50. |
| TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) | A minimum overall score of 60 and a minimum writing score of 21. |
* All tests are valid for two years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, unless otherwise specified.
* Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.
Do you have a question regarding English requirements at CDU? Please email: international@cdu.edu.au.
ATAR profile
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Assumed knowledge
Stage 1 Mathematical Methods or equivalent.
The people-first approach to flexibility and supportive learning environment at CDU meant I could find a balance with study, work and family life.
Nikki
CDU student
I always encourage the young generation towards STEM fields, especially females. The other good thing about engineering or other STEM fields is that they are interconnected, meaning there are multiple career opportunities.
Shehani
CDU student
The people-first approach to flexibility and supportive learning environment at CDU meant I could find a balance with study, work and family life.
Nikki
CDU student
I always encourage the young generation towards STEM fields, especially females. The other good thing about engineering or other STEM fields is that they are interconnected, meaning there are multiple career opportunities.
Shehani
CDU student
Course details
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the University in accordance with the Higher Education Standards.
Inherent Requirements
There are inherent requirements for this course. Students must read and understand the requirements for this course.
Australian qualification framework
This course is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 5.
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You make CDU
Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.
Learn about engineering at CDU
John is from China studying a Bachelor of Engineering at CDU. Hear more about his experience of studying, living, working and playing in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.
How to apply
There are many ways to apply to CDU. The method you use depends on your course type, where you live and whether you are a new or returning student to CDU.
Remember to apply early for your best chance at securing an offer to study with us.
SATAC
SATAC is the application channel for residents of NT, ACT, SA, WA, QLD, VIC or TAS.
UAC
UAC is the application channel for residents of NSW.
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Direct applications are available to students who have completed a CDU or BIITE course at a Certificate III level or higher. Most CDU and BIITE enabling programs are also accepted through this process.
International applications
Applications must be submitted online through our application portal, Studylink. You'll need a valid email address to create your online account. Once you have started your application, you will be able to save it and resume it later. There is no application fee when you apply online.
You may be able to lodge a direct application; however, there may be restrictions on your geographic location. If you cannot submit a direct application via the application portal, please apply through one of our registered agents.
Apply through StudyLink or through an Agent.
International applicants currently studying year 12 in Australia should apply via SATAC or UAC.
If you do not meet any of the criteria above please visit Pathways to study to view the options available to you.
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