Flexible Double Degree - Engineering and Advanced Computing (Honours)

The Flexible Double Degree - Engineering and Advanced Computing (Honours) at the Australian National University (ANU) offers exceptional students the opportunity to study both Engineering and Advanced Computing within a single integrated programme. Over five years of full-time study, students undertake core units and elective subjects across both disciplines, amassing valuable skills in areas such as systems design, algorithm development, data analytics, electronics, communications, and software engineering. The double degree structure allows for a synthesis of practical and theoretical knowledge that is highly prized in technology-driven sectors.

This honours degree follows the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) structure, combining multiple units of study, each contributing to the credit points required for completion. The honours component involves advanced research or a capstone project, giving students the chance to explore a specialist area in depth and demonstrate their capability to tackle complex, real-world challenges. ANU’s location in Canberra offers links to national research bodies and industry organisations, providing students with opportunities for work-integrated learning and professional placements throughout the course.

Graduates will develop a dynamic skill set encompassing critical problem-solving, programming, complex engineering design, and innovative thinking, all within the context of advanced computing frameworks and professional engineering practices. The course is suited to students eager for a rigorous challenge and those wishing to blend technical engineering expertise with high-level computing knowledge. With ANU’s strong research culture and close ties to Australia’s technology and engineering sectors, students benefit from a curriculum aligned with industry needs and the latest developments.

International students benefit from work rights of up to 48 hours per fortnight during study and may be eligible to apply for post-study work rights under the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) upon graduation. Applicants should review official university pages to confirm specific units, admission criteria, and English proficiency requirements.

• Professional Engineer in sectors such as renewable energy, telecommunications, civil infrastructure, or robotics
• Software Engineer or Systems Architect for technology firms, start-ups, and government agencies
• Data Analyst or Artificial Intelligence Specialist in healthcare, finance, or defence industries
• Researcher in national science organisations or private sector R&D
• Consultant for engineering and IT consultancies serving Australian and international clients
• Opportunities in Canberra's prominent government, policy, and research environments