Advanced Diploma of Engineering

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Fee type for this course: Full fee

Overview

Overview

Gain essential technical skills for a career in engineering, with the Advanced Diploma of Engineering MEM6012 at Victoria University.

Looking to start a new career or advance your skills in the engineering industry?

The advanced engineering diploma gives you the expertise needed to succeed in technical and mechanical engineering roles.

You will take part in workshop projects where you will plan, execute and finalise entire engineering projects – from concept to design and build. 

Learning from engineering experts, you will develop skills such as:

  • working safely and following standard workshop procedures
  • selecting the correct materials for engineering projects
  • solving engineering problems using mathematical formulas
  • using computer-aided design (CAD) drawing equipment to create drawings and 3D models
  • coordinating engineering projects.

You will graduate with the knowledge and confidence to apply for technical engineering roles.

Entry requirements

When assessing your application, we consider your educational achievements and work experience, as well as your skills and personal attributes (where relevant).

Applicants for this course will need to meet the entry criteria outlined below. If you don’t meet the entry criteria, you may be able to gain entry by first completing a related course or unit(s). We call this a ‘pathway’.

You may also be eligible for course ‘credits’, where you are granted a unit or units towards your qualification for equivalent previous study or work experience, so you can graduate sooner.

Entry criteria

Credit & Entry pathways into this course


Victoria University is committed to providing a transparent admissions process. Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. Past academic performance may be considered.

Course Structure

Fees & Scholarships

Skills First (subsidised) indicative fees

The Skills First government contribution in 2024 is $14,107. If eligible, you will pay:

  • Tuition: $9,405*
  • Materials: $550
  • Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF): maximum per year $175.50**

*A concession rate of 20% of the standard Skills First subsidised tuition fee is available if you are eligible for a concession. Learn more about concessions.

**May be subject to change.


Full-fee place total indicative fees

  • 2024 full-fee place: $23,940.

Scholarships

CAREERS

Following your advanced engineering diploma, you could pursure a career as a:

  • mechanical engineer
  • engineering supervisor
  • technical officer.

 

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