The University of Adelaide Adelaide, South Australia 5005, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Program Summary
Mechanical engineering plays a vital role in the innovation and operation of everything from aircraft design and artificial organs to elevators in skyscrapers and energy systems powering cities. This degree focuses on the design, creation, and control of complex mechanical systems, teaching you how to make machines function efficiently and reliably. Through a mix of theoretical knowledge and practical application, you’ll develop skills in advanced workshops and laboratories dedicated to robotics, automation, and mechatronics.
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical) emphasises creative design and strong industry connections. You’ll explore key fields such as aerospace, robotics, mining, and energy, participate in hands-on projects, and use cutting-edge tools like flight simulators, wind tunnels, and IC engines. Internships and industry placements give real-world experience, and you’ll undertake an eight-week practical training, along with a final-year industry-focused research project.
Specialisations include Aerospace, Biomedical, Mechatronics and Robotics, Renewable Energy, and Defence Enterprise. Graduates are highly sought after, with opportunities to design advanced prosthetics, sustainable transport systems, or intelligent robotics. Whether you aim to work in aviation, clean energy, or smart manufacturing, this degree prepares you to shape the technologies of tomorrow.
Academic Background
Minimum Level of Education Completed
High School
Minimum GPA
85%
Minimum Language Test Scores
IELTS
6.5
Reading
6
Writing
6
Listening
6
Speaking
6
PTE
58
Reading
50
Writing
50
Listening
50
Speaking
51
Program Intakes
February 2026
Open date
August 1, 2025
Submission deadline
December 1, 2025
July 2026
Open date
November 1, 2025
Submission deadline
May 1, 2026
Cost and Duration
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Program Level
4 Years
Program Length
$30000 AUD
Cost of Living
$150 AUD
Application fee
$48500 AUD / First Year
Gross Tuition
Study Destinations
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