Diploma of Engineering
The Diploma of Engineering will prepare you for success in your Monash Engineering degree.
Hear about the Diploma of Engineering
How the program works
Our diplomas are in two parts: part 1 and part 2. In part 1, you’ll learn about the maths and science theory. In part 2, you’ll study the same subjects as first-year University students and develop your specialist knowledge of engineering and the practical skills you’ll need for University.
Assessments
- tests
- quizzes
- group projects
- presentations
- poster presentations
- tutorial assessments
- a final exam
Course information
Destination | 2nd year engineering at Monash University |
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AQF Level | Level 5 |
Campus | Docklands |
Mode of study | On campus |
Duration |
Part 1: 9 months Part 2: 12 months^ |
Intakes | February, June and October |
Study area | Specialist: Engineering |
What you will study |
Part 1: complete 8 core units Part 2: complete 8 core units |
Contact hours | 5–7 hours per unit, per week |
Prerequisites | English, Mathematics, and one of either Chemistry or Physics |
What it costs | See our dates and fees page for details. |
CRICOS Course Code | 043634K |
^Start the Diploma of Engineering in October and you could fast-track and complete your diploma in just nine months. You will be ready to start Monash University in July. You must have met the required scores to enter a first year undergraduate engineering degree to be considered for the T3 Fast-Track program.
"Through Monash College, I was able to further my knowledge by meeting people from all around the world. The team-based projects were very fun and the teachers that I have met were truly amazing.”
VINCENT WIJAYA (INDONESIA)
Academic entry requirements
To apply for a Monash College Diploma of Engineering, you must be at least 16 years old and meet the academic requirements.
English language requirements
To study a Diploma of Engineering you'll need to meet a minimum standard of English.
Course structure and units
Study core units in part 1. In part 2 you'll study the same subjects as first year university students.
Destination degrees
Your destination degree is the Monash University degree you want to study after your Diploma of Engineering.
Start dates
You can start the Diploma of Engineering in February, June or October.
Fees
See our dates and fees page for details.
Course structure and units
Trimester 1: 4 months | Trimester 2: 4 months |
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MCD1160 Introductory Engineering Computing MCD1170 Introductory Chemistry MCD1180 Introductory Physics MCD1700 Introductory Mathematics | MCD1470 Engineering Practices* MCD1190 Chemistry A MCD1200 Physics A MCD1750 Intermediate Mathematics |
* If your specialisation is in Biomedical Engineering, you need to enrol in MCD1710 Introductory Biology instead of MCD1470 Engineering Practices
Download the Diploma of Engineering Unit Guide
Trimester 1: 4 months | Trimester 2: 4 months | Trimester 3: 4 months |
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MCD4160 Physics for | MCD4520 Engineering Methods | MCD4530 Engineering Design |
*Students entering directly into Part 2 who have not completed Physics (Australian Year 12 equivalent) must enrol in MCD4660 Intermediate Physics.
**Students intending to specialise in Biomedical Engineering must enrol in Blueprints for Life (Biology 1) in Trimester 1 and Life on Earth (Biology 2) in Trimester 2.
***Students entering directly into Part 2, with the exception of Fast-Track students, will enrol in MCD4510 (a non-credit compulsory preparatory mathematics unit) in their first trimester.
Fast-Track students and students progressing into Part 2 from Part 1 will enrol in MCD4490 Advanced Mathematics in their first trimester, followed by MCD4500 in their second trimester, and will study two units in their third trimester.
^MCD4490 is a prerequisite for MCD4500
~MCD4540 is a prerequisite for MCD4550
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