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Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications) /
Bachelor of Science (Photonics)

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Why study engineering/science at UoN?

Studying the combined degree Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications)/Bachelor of Science (Photonics) will qualify you with two degrees after just five years of full-time study. Find out more

We're hands-on

In this degree you'll get hands-on, practical experience. Throughout the degree you will complete 12 weeks of industrial experience and in your final year you will undertake an industry related project. Find out more

Careers

Telecommunications engineering graduates have excellent employment prospects and may be employed in areas of computer networking / Internet, mobile / wireless communications, telecommunications services, electricity industry, broadcasting, electronic design, computer engineering and other ICT areas. Find out more

Benefits of a combined degree

A combined degree means that you can achieve two qualifications in one go. You will have the advantage of graduating with two degrees, in less time than it would take to complete them separately. Find out more

Why study engineering/science at UoN?

Studying the combined degree Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications)/Bachelor of Science (Photonics) will qualify you with two degrees after just five years of full-time study. The degree includes study of diverse aspects of communication technologies used to transmit, receive, store and process different types of electronic information signals using electronic and electrical, radio, optical and embedded systems combined with science studies emphasising photonics. Photonics is the area of science and technology that investigates and uses particles of light, called 'photons' and is a key technology underpinning the Broadband Internet Communications.

Learn more about Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications)

Learn more about Bachelor of Science (Photonics)

We're hands on

In this degree you'll get hands-on, practical experience. Throughout the degree you will complete 12 weeks of industrial experience and in your final year you will undertake an industry related project.

Careers

Telecommunications engineering graduates have excellent employment prospects and may be employed in areas of computer networking / Internet, mobile / wireless communications, telecommunications services, electricity industry, broadcasting, electronic design, computer engineering and other ICT areas. Photonics offers opportunities in laser optical fibre and component research and development, production, testing and installation, medical application of laser and detectors, telecommunications, remote sensing, application in government telecommunications support and regulator agencies.

Benefits of a combined degree

A combined degree means that you can achieve two qualifications in one go. You will have the advantage of graduating with two degrees, in less time than it would take to complete them separately.

A combined degree will increase your career options, skills and knowledge, enhancing your academic and professional qualities, making you more desirable to employers. You will have more variety in your studies and satisfy more than one of your interests.

How to apply for 2014 as a Domestic student

All applications for our undergraduate degrees must be made online through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

Applications for main round open in August 2013 and close in late September 2013. You can still apply in the main round until early December 2013 but you will be charged a late fee.

Some degrees have earlier closing dates (check the UAC guide for details).

Mid-year entry for undergraduate degrees as a Domestic student

Some degrees can be started mid-year, where you would commence study in July. It is important to check which degrees will be offered. Mid-year entry closes in early June 2013.

International student intake for undergraduate degrees

This degree is not available to International students.

Fast Facts

Duration

5 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Locations

  • Newcastle (Callaghan)

Delivery

On-campus

Study Details

Program handbook

Student Intake

Domestic students

Student Intake

Not available to International students

UAC Codes

  • 480265 (Newcastle)

ATAR

201380.30

201280.10

201180.10

Recommended Studies

Mathematics Extension 1 or higher. Study of English, Biology and/or Chemistry would also be an advantage.

Assumed Knowledge

HSC Mathematics (Band 5 or above).