Mechanical Engineering is a profession for those who enjoy the challenge of problem solving and who want to work in a range of technological environments where the design and development of mechanical systems are involved. Mechanical systems are those in which force, motion and heat are major factors.
Curtin has a common first year for all its engineering students which builds their range of basic science skills and knowledge, with particular emphasis on physics, chemistry and mathematics. The course offers a strong theoretical background in mechanics, heat, computing, mathematics and a range of practical skills development in design, manufacturing and industrial technology, management and control systems. A major project in the fourth year provides the practical experience that typifies Curtin courses. The course requires four years of full-time study. Before graduating, students are required to obtain 12 weeks engineering work experience and a senior first aid certificate. Honours are awarded to graduates based upon their performance during the four years of the course.
The versatility of Mechanical Engineers has always meant that they are in demand and Curtin graduates have traditionally been very attractive to employers.
All Curtin courses are taught in English and applicants must demonstrate competence in English by meeting the Curtin English language requirement. Please check with ourStudent Services staff to see if other English language competency satisfy our entry requirements.
|
English Qualification |
Foundation |
Undergraduate |
Postgraduate |
| IELTS * |
Overall 5.5 (no individual band below 5.0) |
Overall 6.5 |
Overall 6.5 |
| TOEFL (IBT) ** |
71 |
79 |
90 |
| SPM *** |
B |
– |
– |
| SPM 1119 **** |
– |
C |
– |
| GCE ‘A’ Level |
– |
E |
– |
| GCE ‘O’ Level ***** |
C |
C |
– |
| * | Foundation: Applicants with IELTS 5.0 (no individual band below 4.5) are required to take the Pre-University English concurrently with the Foundation program.
Undergraduate: Applicants with IELTS less than 6.5 but achieved 5.5 (no individual band below 5.0) are required to take Curtin University Fast Track Units. Post Graduate: Applicants may be deemed to meet Curtin’s English language requirements based on the completion of a bachelor degree course in which English is the sole language of instruction. This will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. |
| ** | Foundation: Applicants with TOEFL less than 71 but achieved 61 (or above) are required to take the Pre-University English concurrently with the Foundation program.
Undergraduate: Applicants with TOEFL less than 79 but achieved 71 (or above) are required to take Curtin University Fast Track Units. Post Graduate: Applicants may be deemed to meet Curtin’s English language requirements based on the completion of a bachelor degree course in which English is the sole language of instruction. This will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. |
| *** | Foundation: Applicants with SPM English ‘C’ are required to take the Pre-University English concurrently with the Foundation program. |
| **** | Undergraduate: Applicants with 1119 ‘D’ are required to take Curtin University Fast Track Units. |
| ***** | Foundation: Applicants with GCE ‘O’ Level ‘D’ are required to take the Pre-University English concurrently with the Foundation program. Undergraduate: Applicants with GCE ‘O’ Level ‘D’ are required to take Curtin University Fast Track Units. |
The information published is correct as at October 2013 but may be subject to change. The above table only shows the minimum English requirement for the respective programs. Applicants must also meet the relevant academic qualifications for the respective programs.
Source : Curtin University