61st in the world

Ranked 61st globally for engineering and technology by the 2020 QS University Rankings by Subject

Top 25

Ranked 22nd globally for accounting and finance by the 2019 QS University Rankings by Subject

In today's dynamic world there is an increasing demand for professionals who understand how engineering projects and business practices align. The combined Bachelor of Engineering Honours and Bachelor of Commerce program offers extensive knowledge of your chosen engineering specialisation complemented by a strong grounding in business. You will gain technical, analytical and practical skills, understand the process of commercialisation, and learn to manage innovative projects.

In this program you can combine any of the engineering streams (Aeronautical, Biomedical, Chemical and Biomolecular, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronic, and Software) with studies in commerce. In addition to your engineering stream, you will complete one major and one minor in any area of commerce.

As part of your engineering degree you will undertake the award-winning Professional Engagement Program enabling you to change your approach to learning through self-reflection and extra-curricular activities throughout your degree.

Complementing your engineering studies, the Bachelor of Commerce combines business theory with practice, giving you a solid grounding in areas such as finance, accounting, economics and business statistics. You will be exposed to real-world business cases and experiences drawn from our wide network of Australian and international business partners. The program also allows you to tailor your degree by completing at least one commerce major.

You can finish this combined degree in five years of full-time study, after which you will graduate with two qualifications. With a wide range of career options spanning the commercial and public sectors, there are vast opportunities for you to shape a unique career.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

• Accountant
• Aeronautical engineer
• Biomedical engineer
• Business analysts
• Engineering consultant
• Tech startups
• Chemical and biomolecular engineer
• Civil engineer
• Economist
• Electrical engineer
• Financial specialist
• Industrial relations and human resources specialist
• Management consultant
• Marketing executives
• Mechanical engineer
• Mechatronic engineer
• Software engineer

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION

This course is accredited by Engineers Australia and by other major professional engineering institutions. Our graduates are also recognised internationally through the Washington Accord of the International Engineering Alliance.

Depending upon the major or majors completed, Bachelor of Commerce graduates may be eligible for accreditation as professional accountants with the CPA, ICAA; business information systems professionals with the Australian Computer Society (ACS); or as professional members of the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI). Prescribed units of study must be undertaken in specific majors to meet accreditation requirements.