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Bachelor of Engineering (Automotive Engineering) (Honours)

  • Bachelor (Honours)

Advance your skills so you can design and work with the fast-moving technologies of the automotive industry.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor (Honours)
Duration
4 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
ATAR
78

About this course

Entry requirements

Please note: As this program is no longer offered, in 2023 the Bachelor of Engineering (Automotive Engineering) (Honours) (BH074) is only available to RMIT students articulating from an approved pathway program.

You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent qualification).

Prerequisites

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL and units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in one of Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics, or equivalent studies.

Rankings and adjustment factors

Entry to this program is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked and selected in order of merit based on their academic achievement plus any adjustment factors.

You may be eligible to receive adjustment factors which include equity access schemes and/or subject adjustments to a maximum of 28 aggregate adjustment points. For more information about what adjustment factors RMIT considers visit Admission to RMIT.

We will consider your entire academic record to determine your eligibility for entry. The highest level of education you have previously completed will usually determine how you are ranked.

Selection criteria by applicant type

Please select the highest level of education you have or will be completing in order to find out the selection criteria that applies to you, in addition to meeting the above entry requirements.

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This program is no longer available to applicants whose highest level of education is recent secondary education.

In 2023, this program is only available to current RMIT students articulating from one of the below programs:

  • AD026 Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (Mechanical major)
  • C6130 Advanced Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical)
  • BH126 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours).

In 2023, this program is only available to current RMIT students articulating from one of the below programs:

  • AD026 Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (Mechanical major)
  • C6130 Advanced Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical)
  • BH126 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours).

This program is no longer available to applicants whose highest level of education is work and life experience.

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Non-academic abilities you'll need to complete this program

The following information outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional experience placement and on-campus learning activities.

The non-academic abilities listed are provided for your information only and are not entry requirements.

If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there are a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities. Please contact the Equitable Learning Service to discuss any adjustments you may require.

By understanding the types of activities you'll participate in, you can:

  • understand more about the program
  • determine if you may need support during your studies
  • make an informed decision about whether the program is suitable for you

If you are living with disability, long-term illness and/or a mental health condition, we can support you by making adjustments to activities in your program so that you can participate fully in your studies.

To receive learning adjustments, you need to register with Equitable Learning Service

The University considers the wellbeing and safety of all students, staff and the community to be a priority in academic and professional experience placement settings.

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View the ATAR profile and selection rank from students offered a place into this program wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in the most relevant recent intake period.

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The student profile provides insight into the likely peer group for this program.

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*ATAR refers to the lowest selection rank to which an offer was made (including consideration of any adjustments) for current and recent Year 12 applicants.

RMIT is committed to providing transparency to the admissions process. In line with this commitment, we provide you with information that will help in making informed choices about your undergraduate study options. Find out more about admission to RMIT.

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You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this degree.

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  • English language requirements
Academic requirements

You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 or an equivalent senior secondary school qualification with a minimum average of 65% (see calculator below).

Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.

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Prerequisites

Higher Mathematics; or Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Units 3 and 4 in Mathematical Methods (CAS), with a study score of at least 25.

Selection tasks

A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification.

English language requirements

To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

  • IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
  • TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
  • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus Certificate at RMIT English Worldwide.

Additional information
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Non-academic abilities you'll need to complete this program

The following information outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional experience placement and on-campus learning activities.

The non-academic abilities listed are provided for your information only and are not entry requirements.

If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there are a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities. Please contact the Equitable Learning Service to discuss any adjustments you may require.

By understanding the types of activities you'll participate in, you can:

  • understand more about the program
  • determine if you may need support during your studies
  • make an informed decision about whether the program is suitable for you

If you are living with disability, long-term illness and/or a mental health condition, we can support you by making adjustments to activities in your program so that you can participate fully in your studies.

To receive learning adjustments, you need to register with Equitable Learning Service

The University considers the wellbeing and safety of all students, staff and the community to be a priority in academic and professional experience placement settings.

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Study locations

Melbourne City

Career pathways

Automotive engineering is a growing global industry.

Automotive engineers are employed by major car, truck and bus companies, and racing teams and parts manufacturers.

Graduates of this degree have gone on to work at a range of organisations including:

  • F1 teams
  • Porsche
  • Ford
  • General Motors
  • Toyota
  • Audi
  • BMW
  • Daimler-Chrysler
  • Bosch.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Engineering courses at RMIT University.
76.8%
Overall satisfaction
86.1%
Skill scale
74.6%
Teaching scale
72%
Employed full-time
$70k
Average salary