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March
July
Engineering jobs are booming—choose your direction
Australia’s demand for engineers is strong across every major specialisation—from infrastructure and automation to sustainability and MedTech. With flexible first-year entry, you’ll get a taste of multiple areas before choosing your focus, helping you make an informed decision about your career path.
Mechanical Engineer
Play a key role in designing, building and improving the machines, vehicles and infrastructure that power the modern world. Mechanical engineers apply creativity and problem-solving skills to develop innovative solutions in industries such as energy, defence, aerospace, transport, and advanced manufacturing.
From designing more efficient engines to creating sustainable energy systems and developing cutting-edge robotics, mechanical engineers help shape the future of technology and improve everyday life.
Electrical engineer
From renewable energy grids and smart transport systems to defence tech and MedTech devices, electrical engineers keep Australia switched on. You’ll design, test and improve electrical and electronic systems that make the modern world work—across industries like energy, aerospace, health, and telecommunications.
Whether you’re building the next generation of solar technology or working on autonomous submarines, your work will have real impact.
Sources: Seek Australia, 2025
Civil Engineer
Plan and build sustainable infrastructure. Perfect for students who like problem-solving and seeing physical results from their work.
Stream: Civil
Biomedical Engineer
Design MedTech that improves lives. Great for those who want to combine technical skills with human impact.
Stream: Biomedical
Software Engineer
From mobile apps to AI, software engineers design the systems that power modern life. It’s one of the most in-demand careers in Australia.
Stream: Software
Environmental Engineer
Create sustainable solutions for climate, water and waste systems. Ideal for problem-solvers with a passion for the planet.
Stream: Environmental
With further postgraduate study and work experience, careers could include:
- Engineering Manager
- Research and Development Engineer
- Systems Architect
- Environmental Consultant
- Academic or Industry Researcher
What will you study to start your career in engineering?
Study core topics in engineering, electronics, and mathematics while developing professional skills, then choose your specialisation and gain hands-on experience through practical learning and industry-focused projects.
Accreditation or Professional Recognition
Once you’ve completed your common year, any Engineering (honours) degree you choose to move into is accredited by Engineers Australia. 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.
Learn from the experts.
Our incredible teaching and professional staff are experts in their fields and well-connected to the industry.
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 a general first-year option that lets you explore all areas of engineering before choosing a specialisation in second year.
You can enrol in a specialised stream straight away—but flexible entry is great if you want to keep your options open.
Yes! Once you transition into your chosen stream, your degree name will reflect your specialisation (e.g. Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) (Honours)).
Yes. The first-year topics are shared across all Flinders engineering programs—giving you a solid base to build from.
Definitely. Engineering is one of Australia’s most in-demand professions, and job growth is strong across every major discipline.
You’ll get course advice, mentorship and information sessions in your first year to help you make a confident decision.
- 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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