About Engineering and Related Technologies

Engineers build most of what we see in our lives: roads, railways, computers, smartphones, buildings, medical equipment and so on. Engineers find solutions to important issues and develop safer, faster, and more cost-effective means of doing things. Some core subjects you may encounter while pursuing this degree are calculus, mechanical principles, thermofluids, product design, solid mechanics, circuits, and numerical analysis.

　　

Is studying Engineering And Related Technologies right for me?

Do you enjoy learning about new technologies and are fascinated by their technical aspects? Engineering requires students to complete a rigorous and intensive programme that includes mathmatics, science, and highly technical courses related to the engineering discipline.

　　Students who have a knack for problem-solving and possess critical thinking skills tend to excel in this programme. If you believe you have the aforementioned qualities, then this degree might be the right choice for you.

　　

Study options and costs

　　To secure admission in an Engineering and Technologies related programme, a high school STEM education is mostly a pre-requisite. A bachelor program is typically a four year program that trains you on a wide array of skills depending on the course you choose. A master’s program usually lasts two years. While the majority of post-graduate degrees focus on a single discipline, there are some general engineering courses that can be taken later to help you decide which specialisation to pursue. In the US, the average cost of studying engineering can reach $40,000 to $60,000 per year for international students. The average cost of a master's degree in engineering programmes in the US is between $29,900 and $77,500 per year.

　　

Future outlook

Engineer employment is expected to expand by 8% percent between 2020 and 2030, providing around 100,000 job openings. Among engineering specialties, many are projected to grow even faster than the average 8 percent growth for engineers: biomedical engineers (23.1 percent), and environmental engineers (12.4 percent). High employment growth coupled with lucrative pay packages make pursuing a degree in a engineering discipline a worthwhile endeavor.

　　

Career Pathways for Engineering and Related Technologies graduates

　　

Electrical Engineer

　　Electrical engineers contribute to the smooth operation of electrical systems such as power grids. Electrical engineers design and maintain a wide range of devices and navigation systems, from tiny microchips inside our phones to large aircraft electrical systems.

　　

Mechatronics Engineering Technologist

　　Mechatronics engineering technologists work with smart technologies like robots, automated guided systems, and computer-integrated manufacturing equipment, combining mechanical, electrical, computer, and software skills.

　　

Aeronautical Engineers

　　Engineers who deal with aircraft and spacecraft design and manufacture are known as aeronautical engineers. They are primarily invol the design of aircraft and propulsion systems, as well as the research of aircraft aerodynamics and tensile strength.

　　

Production Engineers

　　Production engineers are in charge of overseeing and enhancing production at factories and facilities. They provide support to engineering teams, develop safety protocols, prepare reports, and devise strategies to increase efficiency and profit.