The University of Sydney
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical Engineering)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationDevelop your ability to design and build the systems and machines that generate, transmit, measure, control and use electrical energy. Build a foundational knowledge of electrical circuits, electronics and computer systems, signals and communications, and the management of power and energy systems.
The Bachelor of Engineering Honours (Electrical Engineering) is an undergraduate coursework degree that will develop your ability to design and build the systems and machines that generate, transmit, measure, control and use electrical energy. This course is accredited by Engineers Australia and other major professional engineering institutions.
You will complete degree foundational core units in mathematics and computing, along with a suite of multidisciplinary project units. You will also complete stream core and specialist elective units in electrical engineering, and can choose to complete an optional specialisation.
Additionally, you will complete elective units as needed to make up the requirements of the course from either the Engineering disciplinary pool or the shared pool. In your final year, you will complete an honours thesis in electrical engineering.
Delivery mode
The University of Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Camperdown
- J12/1 Cleveland St, Darlington
- Level 2, Building A M02/88 Mallett St, Camperdown
- Manning Rd, Camperdown
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical Engineering) will prepare you for the following roles.
Communications Engineer
A Communications Engineer designs, installs and maintains telecommunications systems and equipment. You might service and maintain existing systems...
Telecommunications Engineer
A Telecommunications Engineer creates electronic communication systems and equipment in a range of settings. You might design telecommunication sys...
Electrical Engineer
Electrical Engineers are responsible for designing, building and maintaining electrical systems. This can involve working with mobile phone technol...
Electronic Engineer
An Electronic Engineer designs, develops, and tests electronic systems and components. You might work in sectors such as telecommunications, manufa...
Control Systems Engineer
A Control Systems Engineer designs, develops, and manages systems that control and automate processes in various industries. You might work in manu...
Power Systems Engineer
A Power Systems Engineer designs and maintains infrastructure used for power supply. You’ll plan power generation and distribution systems and ensu...
Hydrogen Engineer
A Hydrogen Engineer designs, develops, and implements systems for producing, storing, and utilising hydrogen as a clean energy source. You might wo...
EEHA Auditor
An EEHA Auditor carries out safety inspections on electrical equipment used in specialist areas such as mining and gas production. You might check...
Electrical Estimator
An Electrical Estimator plans budgets for large electrical projects. You’ll prepare costings for things such as materials, labour and equipment and...
Electrical Project Manager
An Electrical Project Manager coordinates the development of large electrical systems and equipment. You might lead a team of staff to design, buil...
Junior Engineer
A Junior Engineer supports senior engineers in designing, developing, and maintaining engineering projects. You might work in various industries, i...
Solar Engineer
A Solar Engineer designs and develops solar energy systems to convert sunlight into electricity. You might work on residential, commercial, or indu...
Computer Hardware Engineer
A Computer Hardware Engineer designs, develops, and tests physical components that make up computer systems. You might work in industries such as e...
Electrical Power Engineer
An Electrical Power Engineer designs, develops, and maintains systems for generating, transmitting, and distributing electrical power. You might wo...
Process Control Engineer
A Process Control Engineer designs and optimises automated systems and processes used in manufacturing and production. You might work in industries...
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