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High Quality

The University of Western Australia is among the top Universities in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, and is one of the best in the world. It also has one of the most beautiful and safest campuses.

The School of Mechanical Engineering is known for its world-leading, award-winning researchers and teachers in many fields, including:

• Dynamics, Noise & Vibration
• Magnetism
• Lubrication & Wear
• Engineering Education
• Robotics & Control
• Mechanical Design & Manufacturing techniques

Several staff members have received awards, including:

• Four UWA Excellence in Teaching Awards, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998
• One UWA Excellence in Innovation in Teaching Award, 1998
• Two UWA Excellence in Postgraduate Supervision Awards, 1995, 1999
• National Teaching Award for Engineering, 1997
• Inaugural Motorola Award for Innovation in Engineering Education, 1998
• Inaugural Institution of Engineers Australia, National Committee for Applied Mechanics Award for Outstanding Innovation in Teaching of Applied Mechanics, 1999
• Numerous additional nominations

The wealth of Engineering Expertise within our School ensures that our undergraduate and graduate students benefit from a broad educational experience.

High Standards

The degree programs of the School of Mechanical Engineering at UWA are known to be hard by international standards. The courses are designed to produce graduates who are ready to start life as professional Engineers.

The degree programs include technical studies such as

• Mechanics: statics and dynamics
• Electronics, particularly for the Mechatronics degree
• Fluid mechanics
• Computer programming
• Engineering design including hands-on training in manufacturing techniques

There are also important course components to train students in

• Ethical responsibilities
• Communication skills
• Project management and teamwork

In the final year of the degree programs all students undertake a major project which can lead to an degree with honours. The quality of work expected in these projects is high, equivalent to Masters level at many American universties.

Excellent Employment Prospects

Engineering is a vital part of any community, covering an enormous range of areas. Engineers are practical, versatile and extremely valuable people. Our graduates are highly regarded in Australia and elsewhere, and are often approached by employers before graduation. UWA Mechanical Engineering graduates find satisfying jobs in a broad range of fields, with good prospects for promotion.