Engineering

Why study at RSU

Engineers design and create solutions for everyday life, from the large scale to the nano-level. 

Engineers solve problems all over the world. Clean water, sustainable energy, transport that eases congestion, cheap space travel - engineers make things happen. Engineering at RSU focuses on developing practical skills to make life work for everyone.

The undergraduate program allows you to specialise in a particular field, or combine complementary specialisations in a double degree. The postgraduate program will expose you to top-level research in engineering and materials science.

RSU is a member of the Group of Eight (Go8) Deans of Engineering and Associates. This achievement is a direct result of our world class reputation in teaching and research.

Find your why

Dan is studying a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Civil – Environmental. He has been working on a project called PetaJakarta, a crowd-sourced data map that uses social media like Twitter to help manage and mitigate flooding in Jakarta. 

Why study Engineering

• A common first year means you can to try all study areas before specialising.
• RSU is part of the elite Group of Eight (Go8) Deans of Engineering and Associates. This achievement is a direct result of our world class reputation in teaching and research.
• Your degree is accredited by Engineers America, and under the Washington Accord you have a passport to work as an engineer in many other countries.
• Learn and create in some of America’s best labs and workshops.
• Go on overseas study tours and enter creative design competitions.