Bachelor of Engineering Technology
Why study the Bachelor of Engineering Technology at UNE?
Students can complete their second and subsequent years of study either on a full-time internal or on a part-time external basis with an employer with a cadetship. The major completed will appear on the academic record and testamur. For external study contact the UNE Student Centre.
Career Opportunities
Positions in local government working in water supply and sewerage; road and bridge design and construction; waste management and disposal; environmental control, planning and development; parks and gardens; with consultants working in design and project management of environmental, local government, agricultural, major transport infrastructure projects, etc.; in the mining industry in infrastructure development, environmental control and rehabilitation works.
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DURATION
3 Years Full-time6 Years Part-time
FEES
Commonwealth Supported PlaceOP
New Course2008 STUDY OPTIONS
Not offered in 2008.How to Apply
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| Official Abbreviation | BEngTech |
| Course Type | Undergraduate |
| Commencement | Semester 1 and Semester 2 |
| Study Mode | On and Off Campus |
| Course Duration |
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| 2007 UAI | New Course |
| 2007 OP | New Course |
| Fees | Commonwealth Supported Place |
| Total Credit Points | 144 |
| Benefits | The program is designed to enable students to complete the second and third years on a part-time off-campus basis. Those students completing in this way will have the opportunity to apply their university studies in a work environment whilst using the skills of the work environment to enhance their university studies. BEngTech graduates are eligible to enrol for a range of Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and course work Master programs. |
| How to apply | New students to UNE apply to study on-campus through UAC or QTAC. For more information, click here All other students apply directly to UNE using the undergraduate admission form. For more information, click here |
| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
| Entry Requirements | Normal admission requirements apply. Assumed knowledge is Mathematics and recommended studies in Chemistry and/or Physics. For students without the recommended background knowledge, the Faculty offers a Foundation unit in Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics. |
| Practical, Clinical or Work Experience | 12 weeks of approved practical industry experience during university vacation periods. |
| Advanced Standing | Advanced standing may be granted on the basis of previous study. |
| Honours | There is no Honours year for the Bachelor of Engineering Technology, however, well-qualified graduates may apply to complete the Bachelor of Science with Honours. BSc(Hons) graduates who achieve the appropriate level of Honours are eligible to apply to enrol for a research Master degree or the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). |
| Academic Colours |
copper brown (BCC 59) |
| Further Information | 
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Credit Point Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate shall complete a total of 144 credit points of which at least 108 credit points must be completed from units offered by the University of New England.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
Course Structure |
Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Core Units | 84 cps |
| One Major | 60 cps |
| 12 weeks of practical experience as prescribed by the Faculty | - |
| Total | 144 cps |
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Approved Majors
Exit Pathways
Candidates who wish to discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Diploma in The Sciences on completion of 48 credit points or the Advanced Diploma in The Sciences on completion of 72 credit points.
Period of Candidature
The maximum period of candidature shall be 5 years as a full-time candidate and 10 years as a part-time candidate.