The University of Newcastle College of International Education (CIE) offers Degree Transfer Extended programs that help international students transition into Australian bachelor degrees. These pathways are equivalent to the first year of university study with additional preparation and support, and on successful completion you progress into Year 2 of a relevant undergraduate engineering degree at the University of Newcastle — a Group of Eight-affiliated institution and highly regarded engineering school.

 

Why Study Degree Transfer Extended Engineering?

• Extra academic support: Includes a bridging trimester before core engineering content, ideal for students who need more preparation in academic skills, mathematics or sciences before full degree subjects.
• Direct progression: Upon successful completion, students enter Year 2 of one of the University’s engineering bachelor degrees without needing another external English test like IELTS for progression.
• Strong engineering reputation: The University of Newcastle is ranked globally for Electrical & Automation, Civil & Structural and related engineering disciplines.
• Industry relevance: Graduates head into high-demand roles in engineering sectors such as robotics, automation, environment, systems and telecommunications.

 

Programme Structure & Subjects

The Extended pathway is split into a bridging semester followed by core engineering coursework that matches the first year of a University of Newcastle engineering degree.

Bridging Courses (Trimester 1 — Non-credit)

These help build academic foundations:

• Academic English

• Core Mathematics

• Engineering Mathematics

• Computing

• Physics

These prepare students for subsequent degree content.

 

Engineering Coursework (Semesters 2 & 3 — Credit)

Six core courses:

• ENGG1003 Introduction to Procedural Programming

• ENGG1500 Introduction to Professional Engineering

• MATH1110 Maths for Engineering, Science and Tech 1

• MATH1120 Maths for Engineering, Science and Tech 2

• Academic English A

• Academic English B

 

Plus four directed courses chosen from options such as:

• CIVL1100 Fundamentals of Engineering Mechanics

• CIVL1200 Earth Systems

• ELEC1310 Introduction to Electrical Engineering

• ENGG2500 Sustainable Engineering Practice

• MECH1110 Mechanical Drawing/CAD & Workshop Practice

• MECH1750 Engineering Materials 1

• PHYS1205 Fundamentals of Engineering Physics

• PHYS1210 Advanced Physics 1

• SENG1110 Object Oriented Programming

• SURV1200 Introduction to Surveying

 

Disciplines / Specialisations Offered

On successful completion you can progress into Year 2 of a variety of engineering bachelor degrees at the University of Newcastle, including:

• Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (Honours)
• Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours)
• Bachelor of Computer Systems Engineering (Honours)
• Bachelor of Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Honours)
• Bachelor of Environmental Engineering (Honours)
• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours)
• Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering (Honours)
• Bachelor of Medical Engineering (Honours)
• Bachelor of Renewable Energy Engineering (Honours)
• Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours)
• Bachelor of Surveying Engineering (Honours)

 

Highlights & Benefits

• Structured support: Extended model offers extra academic reinforcement before core engineering subjects begin.
• University equivalence: Coursework is aligned with the actual first year of engineering at the University of Newcastle.
• Direct Year 2 progression: Saves time on your degree path and avoids repeating first-year content after progression.
• Access to facilities: Students enjoy full access to university labs, libraries, career support and student services.
• Global reputation: Engineering disciplines are internationally ranked (e.g., automation & control, civil & structural).

 

Career Outcomes

Completing the full bachelor’s degree (after this pathway) prepares you for careers such as:

• Civil/Structural Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer
• Electrical Engineer
• Software/Systems Engineer
• Environmental or Renewable Energy Engineer
• Mechatronics/Robotics Specialist
• Surveying & Spatial Engineering Roles

 

Visa Requirements

International students must apply for an Australian Student Visa (Subclass 500) to undertake this full-time on-campus program. Standard requirements include:

• Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from CIE
• Proof of sufficient funds for tuition and living costs
• OSHC (health insurance)
• Valid passport and documentation

 

Latest Updates & Notes

• Intakes: April & September for Extended Engineering.
• Degree Transfer Extended programs typically run parallel to the university academic calendar and offer extra academic preparation.
• Direct progression to a wide range of engineering honours degrees at the University of Newcastle.