Professional Engineering: Graduate Diploma in Professional Engineering

Graduate Diploma

This course provides foundational knowledge and skills for transitioning into a new engineering discipline, offering specialisations such as Chemical, Civil, and Software Engineering, and prepares students for the Master of Professional Engineering.

Key details

Degree Type

Graduate Diploma

Duration

1 year full-time

Course Code

GD-PROENG, 098139D

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

International Fees

$49,026 per year / $49,026 total

About this course

Overview

This course is designed for those who wish to convert into a different engineering discipline, or from an undergraduate science or technology degree. It provides foundational knowledge, skills and professional competencies for an engineer in your chosen discipline.

You can choose one of the following specialisations:

Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mining Engineering
Petroleum Engineering
Software Engineering

On completion you will qualify to enter the Master of Professional Engineering where you will meet the Stage 1 academic requirements for chartered status as a professional engineer.

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

Applicants require a Bachelor degree or equivalent from a relevant science or engineering discipline for entry into the course.

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

Writing: 6.0
Speaking: 6.0
Reading: 6.0
Listening: 6.0
Overall band score: 6.0

What you will learn

What you'll learn

apply technical and theoretical knowledge and skills to identify and evaluate innovative solutions to complex engineering problems
recognise the importance of culture, including that of local First Peoples, and be able to work respectfully and productively across cultures
analyse contemporary industry needs generate creative and innovative engineering solutions
apply engineering skills and knowledge, sustainability frameworks, and ethical approaches to address issues of international relevance
use technology to facilitate problem solving and communicate effective and innovative solutions in an engineering context
recognise the role of a professional engineer in society and work ethically and morally to develop a professional profile as an engineer

Credit for prior study or work

Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

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How to apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice

Curtin Perth

Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.

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