Specialisation in Flexible First-Year
Overview
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looking to start my course in 2027
Degree/s offering this specialisation
Summary
Key features
- Broaden your exposure to multiple engineering fields
Gain unique insights into the key disciplines of civil, electrical and electronics, mechanical, mechatronic and software engineering.
- Develop foundations across core technical disciplines
Build knowledge in mathematics, physics, computing, materials and systems engineering principles.
- Gain practical, hands-on experience
Collaborate on projects with your fellow students via our project-based professional development spine unit.
- Study in our new state-of-the-art engineering building
Access mega labs with renewable-energy, satellite, geotechnical and drone facilities; plus rapid prototyping, robotics, wifi and VR spaces.
Career outcomes
With a rapidly evolving job market, graduate employability remains our priority. We’re working closely with a range of industries and sectors to ensure you’re job-ready when you graduate. View graduate professions and potential employers.
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Faculty of Science and Engineering
The Faculty of Science and Engineering isn't afraid to tackle the big issues. In a world more dependent on science and engineering than ever before, we stand at the forefront of innovation. We're home to globally renowned academics, so you'll learn from those who are making an impact on major issues affecting the world.
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Studying at Macquarie
Our vibrant and leafy campus forms part of one of the largest business and technology precincts in Australia. To ensure you have the right skills when you graduate — whether you're starting your first job or taking your career to the next level — we offer flexible study options, personalised degrees and practical experiences.
Benefits of studying at Macquarie
Specialisation structure
What you’ll study
A specialisation allows you to focus on an area of study, such as Flexible First-Year, within more generalist degrees. It’s recorded on your testamur and academic transcript.
How can I study this specialisation?
Flexible First-Year is available as a specialisation as part of the below degree/s:
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Career outcomes
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Professions
- CAD technician
- Civil engineer
- Computer hardware engineer
- Construction engineer
- Consultant
- Control and instrumentation engineer
- Design and manufacturing engineer
- Electrical engineer
- Electronic engineer
- Environmental engineer
- Mechanical engineer
- Mechatronic engineer
- Medical and technology device engineer
- Power system engineer
- Process engineer
- Project manager
- Renewable energy engineer
- Research and development manager
- Software engineer
- Structural engineer
Employers
- App developers
- Automotive industry
- Banks and financial institutions
- Construction and building sector
- Electronics and semiconductor manufacturing industry
- Energy and environment sector
- Engineering consulting firms
- Government agencies and departments
- Manufacturing companies
- Mining companies
- Multilateral development organisations
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Planning and urban development organisations
- Research and development companies
- Robotics and automation companies
- Science and medical device and instrument companies
- Sustainable development consulting firms
- Technology and software development companies
- Transport, infrastructure and logistics companies
- Utilities companies
Career information
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In-built internships
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