Bachelor (Honours)
If you enjoy pursuing your curiosity and understanding the world around you, consider yourself an innovator, and are passionate about shaping the world from our living laboratory, our science majors provides a gateway to an exciting world of immersive learning and discovery.
This combines perfectly with your choice of engineering specialisations, are you learn to be a collaborator who balances creative design, analysis and applied science to design, build and manage structures, machines, manufacturing processes and infrastructure.
You will learn how to cross disciplines, and borders, embracing the challenge of creating the world of tomorrow.
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, the UTAS admissions team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Enquire online for advice on the application process and the available pathways to study at UTAS.
Domestic applicants who recently completed secondary education
Applicants are ranked by ATAR and offers made based on the number of places available. In 2023, the lowest ATAR to receive an offer into this course was 82.1. The lowest ATAR to receive an offer may change from year to year based on the number of applications we receive.
Applicants who have recently completed senior secondary studies but have not received an ATAR may still be eligible for admission. We will consider your subject results on a case-by-case basis when we assess your application.
Domestic applicants with higher education study
To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have:
Completed the UTAS University Preparation Program (or an equivalent enabling program offered by another Australian university);
OR
Partially completed an undergraduate course at Diploma level or higher (or equivalent). Applicants must have completed at least two units of study (equivalent to 25 UTAS credit points) including Level 100 units successfully completed in the Diploma of University Studies at UTAS. If an applicant has failed any units the application may be subject to further review before an offer is made.
Domestic applicants with VET / TAFE study
This course does not admit students on the basis of VET / TAFE study.
You can enquire online for advice on pathways or alternative course options.
Domestic applicants with work and life experience
This course does not admit students on the basis of work or life experience.
You can enquire online for advice on pathways or alternative course options.
Subject Prerequisites
These prerequisites apply to students from all educational backgrounds.
To be an eligible for an offer, you must have studies or experience equivalent to a satisfactory achievement in the following Tasmanian Senior Secondary subject:
| Mathematics Methods (MTM415117) or equivalent |
| Physical Sciences (PSC315118) or equivalent (equivalency includes CHM415115 Chemistry OR PHY415115 Physics) |
Note, while there are no subject pre-requisites that must be met for the Bachelor of Science component of this combined degree some majors within the course require studies and experience equivalent to satisfactory performance in the following Tasmanian Senior Secondary subjects:
| Major | Prerequisite Senior Secondary Studies |
| Chemistry | Chemistry |
| Environmental Remediation | Chemistry |
| Molecular Bioscience (formerly Biochemistry) | Chemistry (recommended but not required) |
| Mathematics | Mathematics Methods |
| Statistics and Decision Science | General Mathematics |
| Physics | Physics |
| Food Innovation and Safety | Chemistry (recommended but not required) |
| Marine Biology | Chemistry (recommended but not required) |
| Microbiology | Chemistry (recommended but not required) |
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION
If your ability to access or participate in education has been affected by circumstances beyond your control, you can apply for special consideration as part of your application. We will consider a range of factors for special consideration, including economic hardship, a serious medical condition or disability.
We can only approve applications for special consideration where we are confident that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in your studies. If your application is not approved, the UTAS admissions team will work with you to find the best alternative pathway to your chosen course. Special consideration is not available for international applicants.
COURSE PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
This course includes compulsory Work Integrated Learning (professional experience placements). In order to participate in placements, all students must:
All international students will need to meet the minimum English Language Requirements, University General Entry Requirements and any course specific requirements such as pre-requisite subjects, if applicable.
English Language Requirements
This degree requires an IELTS (Academic) of 6.0, with no individual band less than 5.5, or a PTE Academic score of 50, with no score lower than 42 or equivalent.
For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship or prior studies in English in an approved country, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided. See the English Language Requirements page for more information.
General Entry Requirements
Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires the completion of qualifications equivalent to a year 12 education in Australia.
Please review the equivalent undergraduate entry requirements to see the minimum requirement relevant to your country. The ATAR information for this course is located in the "For Domestic Students" section of the entry requirements on this page.
You can also meet the General Entry Requirement for this course with the following qualifications or prior studies:
Course Specific Requirements
The following course specific requirements must be met to be eligible to study this degree.
To be an eligible for an offer, you must have studies or experience equivalent to a satisfactory achievement in the following Tasmanian Senior Secondary subject:
Note, while there are no subject pre-requisites that must be met for the Bachelor of Science component of this combined degree some majors within the course require studies and experience equivalent to satisfactory performance in the following Tasmanian Senior Secondary subjects:
| Major | Prerequisite Senior Secondary Studies |
| Chemistry | Chemistry |
| Environmental Remediation | Chemistry |
| Molecular Bioscience (formerly Biochemistry) | Chemistry (recommended but not required) |
| Mathematics | Mathematics Methods |
| Statistics and Decision Science | General Mathematics |
| Physics | Physics |
| Food Innovation and Safety | Chemistry (recommended but not required) |
| Marine Biology | Chemistry (recommended but not required) |
| Microbiology | Chemistry (recommended but not required) |
If you have not met a required pre-requisite, you will need to complete a University of Tasmania Foundation Studies Program before you start your course.
COURSE PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
This course includes compulsory Work Integrated Learning (professional experience placements). In order to participate in placements, all students must:
The modern economy relies heavily on skilled individuals in the fields of science, engineering and technology. As a result, a combined science and engineering degree delivers a powerful combination of practical skills and knowledge that is highly respected by employers.
If you're not sure where your degree might take you, don't worry! Many students start studying a combined science and engineering degree because they have multiple passions they want to follow, and don't know exactly where they will end up. During your studies, you will meet other students, academics and visiting lecturers, all of whom may spark an idea of where your particular blend of options could take you.
Career Opportunities with Science and Engineering
While career options are wide and varied, they typically fall into three main categories:
At the University of Tasmania, in addition to specialised scientific knowledge and skills, our focus is on giving you the practical and professional skills that are highly sought after by all employers - creative problem-solving, working in a team environment and flexibility of thinking. We teach you how to think, not what to think.
A career in science and engineering can be in any industry on earth. It will come to where your passion takes you.
The Bachelor of Engineering (Specialisation) with Honours component of this combined degree is an externally accredited degree.
The following engineering specialisations are accredited by Engineers Australia:
Completion of a specialisation may meet the requirements for membership of Engineers Australia. There may be additional requirements for membership beyond the completion of the major or specialisation.
For further membership requirements, please visit Engineers Australia website.
If you have any queries about the accreditation process, please contact us for further information.
The Bachelor of Engineering (Specialisation) with Honours component of this combined degree is an externally accredited degree.
The following engineering specialisations are accredited by Engineers Australia:
Completion of a specialisation may meet the requirements for membership of Engineers Australia. There may be additional requirements for membership beyond the completion of the major or specialisation.
For further membership requirements, please visit Engineers Australia website.
If you have any queries about the accreditation process, please contact us for further information.
The Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Engineering (Specialisation) with Honours in Engineering requires the completion of 525 credit points comprising:
Note: Students normally commence their studies by completing all first-year Engineering units which are common to all students.
Note: First year can be studied at the Launceston campus; however, students will need to move to Hobart to continue their studies in second year onwards.
If you are starting in 2023 you can find your course planner here - this helps you plan what units to enrol in and when.
The University's Credit Procedure
https://www.utas.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0005/1590422/Credit-Procedure.pdf
provides for a maximum credit of one third of the course for a completed qualification of the same level, two thirds of the course (excluding the honours component) for an uncompleted qualification at the same level, or 3 years towards a 4-year bachelor degree with embedded honours. Academic Senate approval is required for credit for any of the final year of the course.
Students may transfer to this course with full credit after completing the first year of Bachelor of Engineering (Specialisation) with Honours, or Bachelor of Maritime Engineering (Specialisation) (Honours)