Engineering and Innovation,BB-ENINNO

Overview

This double degree provides a unique skill set that blends technical expertise with knowledge of business management, entrepreneurship and innovation processes.

Throughout your studies, you will build knowledge and skills across business, applied science, computing and engineering, to address 21st-century societal and industry challenges.

The condensed program structure means that you can complete your double degree in 5.5 years, significantly less time than it would take to complete two single degrees.

Upon completing your studies, you’ll have an excellent understanding of engineering, applied science, computing, business and innovation management. The breadth and depth of this knowledge will give you the unique expertise and mindset to solve complex challenges in business, society, and industry (both locally and globally) and prepare you for the future of work.

Bachelor of Engineering

You will begin your Engineering course with the Engineering Foundation Year, gaining a solid grounding in core engineering principles and skills. You’ll then select your Engineering major from the following choices:

• Chemical Engineering
• Civil and Construction Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Industrial and Systems Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Mining Engineering
• Software Systems Engineering.

With Engineers Australia reporting in 2024 that engineering roles are among those receiving the largest salary growth in the past financial year, your engineering degree will give you the potential to graduate with diverse career opportunities and a rewarding salary.

Bachelor of Innovation

The Innovation component covers essential business management, innovation and management subjects, and you’ll become proficienct in the following areas:

• Innovation management
• Financial literacy
• Understanding competencies
• Understanding market forces
• Responsible leadership
• Project and business management.

You’ll also complete several immersive transformational experiences so that you can apply your knowledge in real-world settings.

What you'll learn

• Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of multidisciplinary knowledge including business, applied science, computing, and engineering. GC1
• Apply multidisciplinary knowledge, including underpinning science, engineering, and sustainability principles, to critically analyse and solve complex business, societal and industrial challenges using using creative and innovative thinking. GC2, GC1
• Design and implement solutions through safe, ethical, legal, innovative yet responsible and impactful decisions, and through respectful partnerships with indigenous and First Nations Peoples and other diverse cultures as globally responsible citizens. GC4, GC5
• Assess the available scientific and engineering knowledge and undertake applied research in the broad engineering field. GC2, GC1
• Employ technologies and knowledge to develop and communicate effective and innovative engineering solutions to complex problems that are appropriate for local, regional and global contexts. GC3, GC4
• Demonstrate industry-readiness by developing future-focussed capabilities including a global, responsible, innovative and technology (GRIT) mindset, lifelong learning habits, teamwork and leadership abilities, and project management skills. GC6

Entry requirements

English requirements

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

You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.

If your documents are not issued in English, an official translation from a recognised translation service must be provided.

Recognised translation services

• National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) accredited translator in Australia
• The Awarding institution
• A Notary Public Office
• The official Government body
• An official and accredited translator*

*Official translations are subject to review.

If you have undertaken previous study or work that matches the content of some of your Curtin course units, you may be able to obtain credit for recognised learning, which exempts you from studying those units.

You can apply direct online through our Applicant Portal. You can access the Applicant Portal by:

1. Navigating to the relevant course page
2. Click ‘Apply now’
3. When the pop-up window appears, select “Apply directly to Curtin University”.

If you want to package your course with a Curtin English course, you can submit your application with your course application documents to streamline the process.

If your application is successful, you will receive an offer that you will need to accept or reject.

If you accept your offer, you will receive a Confirmation of Enrolment ­– a document from Curtin that details your course, how long you will be studying the course, and the tuition fees. This document can be used for acquiring a student visa.

Apply to the Australian government for your student visa. Gaining a student visa will allow you to participate in full-time study in Australia and work up to 40 hours in a fortnight. If you’re under 18 years of age, you must have approved accommodation and welfare arrangements in place before a visa can be issued.