Academic advice for Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (BE(Hons)) students
Need help planning your studies?
This page provides information and academic advising resources for students enrolled in engineering programs managed by the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.
The following links provide specific information about engineering programs managed by the School, including program rules and program mud-maps (a graphical view of your program rules) to help you plan your enrolment, further resources to help plan your studies and information on booking an academic advising appointment if you are still in need of assistance.
Commencing students
One of your first priorities when commencing the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is to choose your first courses.
We encourage you to access the information and recommended first year enrolment plans as specified on the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) first year courses and electives website.
If you already know the specialisation you want to do, you can focus your courses from your first year. A listing of our specialisations are below and specific information including program rules and recommended study plans are available to help plan your studies.
Electrical Engineering
Electrical engineering is concerned with electrical and electronic devices and systems.
This major prepares students to design cutting edge products for applications in communication systems, electronics, computer and digital hardware, automatic control systems and power systems.
It involves practical hands-on experience with high technology equipment.
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) students who commenced enrolment from 2021
- Program Information (select your year of commencement in the drop-down box in the top right hand corner)
- Course List
- Recommended enrolment plan: Semester 1 commencement
- Recommended enrolment plan: Semester 2 commencement
- Recommended enrolment plans with minor:
- Computing minor: Semester 1 or Semester 2 commencement
- Data Science minor: Semester 1 or Semester 2 commencement
- Design minor: Semester 1 or Semester 2 commencement
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) students who commenced enrolment from 2015–2020
- Program Information (select your year of commencement in the drop-down box in the top right hand corner)
- Course List
- Program Mud-Map (PDF, 86.9 KB)
These resources include changes to the plan rules taking effect from 2017. Explanation of these changes are provided here.
Bachelor of Engineering students who commenced enrolment between 2012–2015
Bachelor of Engineering students who commenced enrolment prior to 2011
Electrical and Biomedical Engineering - Dual Major
Biomedical engineering bridges the gap between technology, medicine and biology.
Through this dual major students study a broad range of foundation courses in engineering, mathematics, biology and physics followed by more advanced courses and laboratory training.
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) students who commenced enrolment from 2021
- Program Information
- Course List
- Recommended enrolment plan: Semester 1 commencement
- Recommended enrolment plan: Semester 2 commencement
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) students who commenced enrolment from 2017–2020
- Program Information
- Course List
- Program Mud-Map (PDF, 90.4 KB)
- Recommended Enrolment Plans (PDF, 420.1 KB)
There were significant changes to the BE (Electrical and Biomedical) plan rules in 2017. These are detailed here.
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) students who commenced enrolment from 2015–2016
These resources include changes to general engineering plan rules taking effect from 2017. An explanation of these changes is provided here. Students enrolled prior to 2017 should also view details about more general changes to course offerings detailed here.
Bachelor of Engineering students who commenced enrolment between 2012–2015
Bachelor of Engineering students who commenced enrolment prior to 2011
Electrical and Computer Engineering - Dual Major
Electrical and computer engineering is concerned with the design and management of computer-based systems including embedded systems and conventional computers.
This dual major prepares students to work in innovative environments, designing cutting-edge products for information and communication industries.
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) students who commenced enrolment from 2021
- Program Information
- Course List
- Recommended enrolment plan: Semester 1 commencement
- Recommended enrolment plan: Semester 2 commencement
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) students who commenced enrolment from 2015–2020
These resources include changes to the plan rules taking effect from 2017. An explanation of these changes is provided here.
Bachelor of Engineering students who commenced enrolment between 2012–2015
Bachelor of Engineering students who commenced enrolment prior to 2011
Mechatronic Engineering
Mechatronic engineering integrates precision mechanical engineering with electronics, computer systems and advanced controls. Graduates will acquire the knowledge and skills to design and build advanced products such as robots and machine tools, scientific instrumentation and automatic suspension and braking systems which can apply to a variety of industry sectors including mining, aerospace and defence.
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) students who commenced enrolment from 2021
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) students who commenced enrolment from 2015–2020
Bachelor of Engineering students who commenced enrolment between 2012–2015
Bachelor of Engineering students who commenced enrolment prior to 2011
Software Engineering
Software engineering deals with the challenges associated with the development, operation and maintenance of large-scale, high-quality software.
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) students who commenced enrolment from 2021
- Program Information
- Course List
- Recommended enrolment plans with major:
- No major: Semester 1 commencement or Semester 2 Commencement
- Computing Engineering: Semester 1 Commencement or Semester 2 Commencement
- Recommended enrolment plans with minor:
- Data Science minor: Semester 1 or Semester 2 Commencement
- Design Minor: Semester 1 or Semester 2 Commencement
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) students who commenced enrolment from 2018–2020
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) students who commenced enrolment between 2015–2017
These resources include changes to the plan rules taking effect from 2017. An explanation of these changes is provided here.
Bachelor of Engineering students who commenced enrolment between 2012–2015
Bachelor of Engineering students who commenced enrolment prior to 2011
Resources to help plan your studies
- The UQ Answers page will assist with many of the most common queries about studying at UQ
- The Engineering program support page will answer the most common queries regarding enrolling and studying the Bachelor of Engineering program within the School of EECS
- EAIT Faculty Resources and Information for Current Students including details about Selecting Free Electives and Industry Experience requirements
Make an academic advising appointment
Browse Programs
To arrange an appointment, email the EECS School Office and include the following information:
- Student ID:
- Program of study:
- Year of study:
- Contact telephone number:
- Questions for the advisor:
| Program | Advisor | Location | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| BE - 1st Year (All Majors) | Tony Howes | 50-C203, Hawken Engineering Building | Book an appointment |
| BE & BE/ME (Electrical) | Wayes Tushar | Room: 47-402 | Tuesday: 10:00am - 11:30am |
| BE & BE/ME (Electrical) (International Pathways) | Richard Yan | Room: 47-308 | Monday: 10:20am - 12:20pm |
| BE & BE/ME (Electrical & Biomedical) | Shakes Chandra | Room: 78-549 | Tuesday: 12:20pm - 2:00pm |
| BE & BE/ME (Electrical/Computer) | Chamith Wijenayake | Room: 78-413 | Wednesday: 1:00pm - 2:00pm |
| BE & BE/ME (Mechatronics) | Jen Jen Chung | Room: 47-309 | Tuesday: 3:00pm - 5:00pm Additional advisors are available through the School of Mechanical Engineering and Mining, please see https://www.eait.uq.edu.au/current-students/academic-advice/mechanical-engineering |
| BE & BE/ME (Software) | Naipeng Dong | Room: 78-445 | Thursday: 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
- Bachelor of Computer Science
- Bachelor of Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering / (Honours)
- Integrated Bachelor and Master of Engineering
- Bachelor of Science (Computer Science)
- Dual degrees
- Master of Information Technology
- Master of Interaction Design
- Master of Engineering Science
- Master of Computer Science
- Master of Cyber Security
- Master of Data Science