Bachelor Honours Degree Automotive Engineering Full Time

Bachelor of Engineering (Automotive Engineering) (Honours)

at RMIT University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

079774A

CRICOS provider code

00122A

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

4 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$203,520 total

Per year

A$50,880/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Engineering (Automotive Engineering) (Honours) at RMIT University covers mechanical, electrical, and electronic engineering topics as they apply to automotive design, development, and manufacturing. Across four years of full-time study, students explore key areas such as vehicle structures, powertrains, electronics, materials, and sustainable technologies. The course integrates hands-on project work, with opportunities to work on real automotive designs and systems throughout each academic year.

This degree uses a semester structure and is organised into core and specialist automotive units of study, each carrying a set number of credit points toward graduation. In the final year, students complete a significant engineering honours project, which allows them to focus on a particular aspect of automotive engineering and demonstrate their ability to solve industry-relevant problems. There are also options for professional placements and work-integrated learning, where students apply classroom theory to real challenges faced by Australian automotive and advanced manufacturing companies.

Students gain experience with industry-standard tools and practices, learning skills such as CAD design, systems integration, vehicle dynamics, and understanding regulations for safety and efficiency. The course suits those interested in technology, innovation in transportation, and solving practical engineering problems. Studying in Melbourne, an Australian centre for automotive research and design, offers beneficial links to local industry and collaborative research opportunities. International students should note that they can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study and may be eligible to apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) after completing the degree. For entry, English proficiency is required, and RMIT accepts several international tests to meet these requirements. Always check the official website for up-to-date details and course specifics.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Automotive design engineer in car manufacturing or motorsports
Product development engineer for automotive components suppliers
Vehicle systems testing and validation engineer
Roles in research and development for sustainable transport solutions
Manufacturing and production engineering for automotive plants
Consultancy work in automotive safety, testing, and compliance
Australian industries: automotive manufacturing, motorsports, defence sector, advanced manufacturing, and transport research centres

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Engineering (Automotive Engineering) (Honours) at RMIT University?

It typically takes 4 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$203,520 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Automotive design engineer in car manufacturing or motorsportsProduct development engineer for automotive components suppliersVehicle systems testing and validation engineerRoles in research and development for sustainable transport solutionsManufacturing and production engineeri...

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