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Start dates
March
July
High demand, high rewards.
Electrical and electronic engineering offers a wide range of career opportunities. With the skills you'll gain from this course, you'll be in high demand in various industries. You’ll be studying towards an amazing career, like one of these:
Lead Systems Engineer – Defence & Space
Design and deliver mission-critical electrical systems for satellites, submarines, and autonomous vehicles.
Work with cutting-edge organisations like BAE Systems Australia, Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) and Nova Systems to shape the future of national security and aerospace innovation.
Smart Infrastructure Specialist – Energy & Cities
Help build Australia’s sustainable future by designing smart grids, renewable energy systems and intelligent transport infrastructure.
Collaborate with leaders like SA Power Networks, AEMO, or Tesla Australia to power the next generation of clean, connected cities..
Sources: Jobs and Skills Australia, 2024 | Seek Australia, 2024
Telecommunications Engineer
Build the networks that connect the nation. Telecommunications engineers develop and maintain mobile, satellite, and fibre networks that power communication across homes, businesses and remote regions. With growing demand for 5G, IoT and secure digital services, the field is constantly evolving.
Power Systems Engineer
Keep the lights on—literally. Power systems engineers plan and manage the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. Whether it’s integrating renewables into the grid or upgrading infrastructure for growing cities, this role is vital to Australia’s energy future.
Control Systems Engineer
Control systems engineers develop and implement control systems for various applications, from industrial automation to robotics. They ensure that systems operate efficiently and effectively, contributing to the advancement of technology.
Study: Control Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering.
Automation Engineer
Design and implement smart systems that streamline manufacturing, logistics, and energy management. From robotic assembly lines to intelligent building systems, automation engineers are at the forefront of Industry 4.0. Opportunities are strong across sectors like mining, defence, agriculture, and advanced manufacturing.
With further postgraduate study and work experience, careers could include:
- Power Systems Engineer
- Embedded Systems Engineer
- Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Engineer
- Telecommunications Network Architect
- Biomedical Engineer (specialising in medical devices)
- Academic or Research Scientist
We've built this degree in consultation with industry to ensure you learn the skills that are in demand by employers.
You’ll explore everything from embedded systems and robotics to renewable energy and control systems, all while gaining practical experience through real-world projects and industry placements. This course will equip you to innovate, lead, and electrify the future.
Accreditation or Professional Recognition
This course is accredited by Engineers Australia at the level of professional engineer. Professional engineering courses accredited by Engineers Australia are recognised internationally under the Washington Accord. Graduates meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered professional engineering status.
Frequently asked questions.
Over the years, many questions have been asked by students before. For the quickest answers view our frequently asked questions or browse the full list @ Ask Flinders.
It’s the branch of engineering that powers our modern world. Electrical and Electronic Engineering covers everything from large-scale power systems and renewable energy, to the tiny chips and circuits inside smartphones, satellites and medical devices.
Electrical engineering focuses on large-scale systems like power generation, electricity grids, and motors. Electronic engineering deals with smaller systems—think microchips, sensors, circuit boards and communication devices. Most degrees and careers cover both, as the fields are deeply interconnected.
Not at all. It’s also about coding, problem-solving, designing systems, and creating smarter technologies. Many roles combine hardware and software, especially in areas like automation, AI, and the Internet of Things (IoT).
Nearly all of them. From defence, space and telecommunications to energy, transport, biomedical, and consumer electronics. It’s one of the most versatile and in-demand engineering fields.
Definitely. As the world shifts toward electrification, automation and sustainability, engineers in this field are key to creating the infrastructure and technologies of tomorrow.
The entry requirements include a high school diploma with a strong background in mathematics and science. Specific ATAR scores and prerequisites can be found on the Flinders University website.
Yes. You can enter by studying the Bachelor of Engineering (General Entry) which provides you with the foundational mathematics and science knowledge you need to then transfer into the Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical & Electronic ) (Honours).
Yes, Flinders University offers flexible study options, including part-time study, to accommodate students' varying needs and schedules.
Yes, the course includes industry placements, providing students with valuable hands-on experience and networking opportunities.
- Applications are completed via SATAC
- Visit: satac.edu.au
The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2025. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.
Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published
| ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds | ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors | Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 95.20 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 76.17 | 80.42 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 57.75 | 61.00 |
| Applicant background (Semester 1, 2025) | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course) | 44 | 37% |
| Vocational education and training (VET) study | 5 | 4% |
| Work and life experience | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points) | 28 | 24% |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test) | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways) | 17 | 14% |
| International Students | 18 | 15% |
| All students | 118 | 100% |
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