Diploma of Engineering
La Trobe Melbourne’s Diploma of Engineering provides an introduction to the field of engineering and a pathway to engineering degrees offered at La Trobe University. You will study first-year undergraduate subjects and, after successfully completing the diploma, you will be eligible for direct entry to second year of your chosen engineering degree.
The course is practical and hands-on. Depending on your chosen degree you will develop skills in a number of core areas like biomedical engineering, communication engineering, electronic and electrical systems, sustainability in energy production, automotive engineering, the application of technology in modern medicine, project management of large-scale projects, sustainable infrastructure, water resources, civil construction, surveying and computer-aided design.
All of La Trobe University's engineering degrees are designed to be accredited by Engineers Australia and provide the opportunity to apply for a number of work placements in a range of fields.
Campus Information
Melbourne campus
La Trobe University, Sylvia Walton Building Bundoora VIC 3086
Intakes
- Feb
- June
- Oct
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Develop your career skills
Casual or part-time work is a great way to earn some money while studying. It’s also a way to gain work experience that looks great on your CV when you are seeking employment after you graduate. Employers look favourably on students who can demonstrate their time management skills and willingness to work. The supplemental income doesn’t hurt either!
Getting some work experience under your belt can greatly improve your chances of finding employment upon graduation. Equally important, working allows you to build on those soft skills that are critical to every working role – including teamwork, organisation, communication and problem solving.
Before you start, however, it’s important to consider how much time you will be able to commit to work without it interfering with your studies. If you are an international student, you must also adhere to the working hour limits attached to your student visa. This means knowing when your deadlines are and when to cut back on shifts.
Whether you’re a local or international student, make sure you are familiar with the laws outlining what conditions and pay you are entitled to.
How to find work during your time in Australia
There is nothing better than a bit of extra money so you can experience all Melbourne has to offer!
There are a number of casual and part-time roles available in Melbourne. The average wage for this type of work is $8 to $28 per hour, depending on your age and the days you are working. Weekends and Public Holidays generally pay more.
These roles include:
- Administration – medical clinics, businesses or schools
- Hospitality – cafes, bars or restaurants
- Retail – department stores or supermarkets
PSW Opportunity
Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.
- Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
- Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
- Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
- The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants
Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:
- Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
- Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
- Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
- PhD students can stay upto 4 years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Foundation entry requirements:
Refer to Admissions
Diploma entry requirements:
CBSE & All India Senior School Certificate 55%
All other state boards 57% (including HSEB)
PSEB 58%
English language qualification
Foundation Studies
- Cambridge English B2
- English for Further Studies at La Trobe College Australia EFS 4B
- IELTS Academic Overall score of 5.5 (no band score below 5.0)
- PTE Academic 42 (no skill less than 36)
- TOEFL iBT 55 (Writing no less than 16)
Diploma of Business, Diploma of Business Analytics, Diploma of Cybersecurity, Diploma of Information Technology
- Cambridge English B2
- English for Further Studies at La Trobe College Australia EFS 4B
- IELTS Academic Overall score of 5.5 (no band score below 5.0)
- PTE Academic 42 (no skill less than 42)
- TOEFL iBT 55 (Writing no less than 16)
Diploma of Bioscience, Diploma of Engineering, Diploma of Health Sciences, Diploma of Media and Communication, Diploma of Psychology
- Cambridge English C1
- English for Further Studies at La Trobe College Australia EFS 5B
- IELTS Academic Overall score of 6.0 (no band score below 5.5)
- PTE Academic 50 (no skill less than 42)
- TOEFL iBT 60 (Writing no less than 20)
- Course Code: 088419A
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
37792 AUD
Average Cost of Living: 29710 AUD /year
Application Fee: N/A