The Monash College Diploma of Engineering Studies will teach you to think analytically and technically about science and engineering. It's a direct path into the internationally renowned Engineering Faculty at Monash University.

Facilities and resources

As a Diploma student, you will have access to world-class facilities, including:

• classrooms
• computer labs
• libraries
• scientific labs
• wave tanks
• the largest wind tunnel in the southern hemisphere
• The Synchrotron - Australia's largest scientific and engineering facility.

Career prospects

Monash University alumni find themselves employed in a wide range of industries both in Australia and overseas including:

• aerospace
• automotive
• manufacturing
• electronics
• software
• defence
• primary industry

Course structure

You must successfully complete 16 units to achieve a Diploma of Engineering Studies. This includes 10 compulsory units and six elective units.

Course duration

Part 1 consists of two trimesters of 8 months.

Part 2 consists of three trimesters over 12 months.

Age requirements

When you enrol, you must be at least:

• 16 years for Part 1
• 17 years for Part 2.

If you do not meet the age requirement you may be offered a deferred place.

Academic requirements

You will enter diploma at Part 1 or Part 2 depending on your entry scores.

Entry Scores

Academic entry scores for a diploma program differ according to:

• highest education qualification
• previous academic result
• the country you are applying from.

Highest Education Qualification

The minimum entry requirements for the diploma programs are:

• Part 1 - Australian Year 11 or equivalent
• Part 2 - Australian Year 12 or equivalent

Prerequisite and minimum scores may apply.

• Part 1 country specific entry requirements
• Part 2 country specific entry requirements.

English language requirements

English language requirements can be met if English was the language of instruction in secondary studies and an approved English language subject was completed at:

• Year 11 (at least C Grade or 60%)
• Year 12 (VCE units 3 4 with a study score of at least English 25 or ESL 30).

Part 1

Unit Code	Unit Name
Trimester 1 (compulsory)
MCD1160	Introductory Engineering Computing
MCD1170	Introductory Chemistry
MCD1180	Introductory Physics
MCD1230	Introductory Engineering Mathematics
Trimester 2 (compulsory)
MCD1190	Chemistry A
MCD1200	Physics A
MCD1220	Engineering Mathematics A
MCD1470	Engineering Practices

Part 2

Trimester 1 (compulsory)
MCD4140	Computing for Engineers (compulsory)
MCD4170	Mathematics for Engineering (compulsory)
Plus one elective from:
MCD4160	Physics for Engineering
MCD4150	Chemistry for Engineering
Trimester 2 & 3 (choose five elective units completed over two trimesters)
MCD4180	Process Systems Analysis
MCD4190	Engineering Structures
MCD4200	Electrical Systems
MCD4210	Engineering Dynamics
MCD4220	Engineering Materials
MCD4230	Engineering Profession

Refer to the Diploma of Engineering Studies unit guide (pdf, 148kb) for details on each unit.

First Year at Monash University - on successful completion of Diploma Part 1

Bachelor of *	Domestic^	International	Campus
Engineering	CSP place	80%	Clayton / Malaysia
Architectural Design	CSP place	80%	Caulfield

If you are studying outside of Australia, and have not completed Part 2 of your Monash College Diploma, Australian immigration laws may mean that you are ineligible for the visa that would allow you to transfer to Monash College in Melbourne, or Monash University in Australia. Please consult with student administration regarding this matter.

Second Year at Monash University - on successful completion of Diploma Part 2

	Average marks
Bachelor of *	Domestic^	International	Campus
Aerospace#	60%	60%	Clayton
Chemical Engineering	60%	60%	Clayton / Malaysia
Civil Engineering	60%	60%	Clayton
Electrical Computer Systems Engineering	60%	60%	Clayton / Malaysia
Environmental#	60%	60%	Clayton
Materials Engineering	60%	60%	Clayton
Mechanical Engineering	60%	60%	Clayton / Malaysia
Mechatronics#	60%	60%	Clayton / Malaysia

Notes:

• * While students who achieve the minimum average are guaranteed entry to second year, choice of individual disciplines is subject to quota.
• # Students might be required to pick up additional first year units to complete the degree program.

^Domestic students Full-fee paying places are not available for domestic students. Availability of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) is subject to quotas and varies in each intake. Meeting the minimum average grade (as indicated below) does not guarantee a CSP. Domestic Students need to apply through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) for entry into a Monash University bachelor degree program. Direct applications will not be accepted.

In addition to the single degree options, Diploma students who have completed Diploma Part 2 can also pursue double degree programs at Monash University, marked 'yes'.

Engineering Discipline	Double degrees
	Arts	Commerce	Science	Law	Pharmaceutical Science
Aerospace	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Chemical	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Civil	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Electrical and Computer Systems	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Environmental			Yes
Material	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Mechanical	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Mechatronics	Yes	Yes	Yes

Notes:

• Average mark of 60% or above is required to gain entry into all double degree programs (except double degree programs with commerce and law).
• Entry to double degrees with Law and Commerce are assessed on an individual basis by the faculty.
• Students might be required to pick up additional first year units to complete the degree program.
• All double degree programs are offered at Monash Clayton Campus.
• While students who achieve the minimum average are guaranteed entry to second year, choice of individual disciplines is subject to quota.
  

Fast track pathway program

If you are eligible for direct entry into the Monash University Bachelor of Engineering, the T3 (Trimester 3 intake) Diploma of Engineering Studies program, taught at Monash College, enables your engineering studies to commence in October, rather than in the following March.

The program is taught in a full-time trimester format enabling students to effectively complete the Diploma in two trimesters (eight months).

For further enquiries, please contact Dr Eugene Quah

How to calculate the average marks for Diploma of Engineering

∑ Passed Part 2 Unit Marks – (10% of each repeated fail) / No. Passed Part 2 Units= Average mark