Study the Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Advanced Manufacturing and Digital Design)

Study Advanced Manufacturing and Digital Design at Flinders

Manufacture and design the future. Be industry 4.0 ready. Learn from the best.

Constructed with substantial industry input and support, this course enables students to learn both the fundamentals and the practical application of a range of advanced manufacturing, digital design and industry 4.0 techniques. The degree enables students to specialise in three areas - Advanced Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing and Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and Advanced Manufacturing and Robotics Engineering.

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Prerequisites

None

Assumed knowledge

Knowledge of SACE stage two physics and mathematics or equivalent is assumed.

2024 selection rank

70.00

Guaranteed selection rank

75.00

TAFElink

Diploma or above

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

244621

Delivery mode

In person:

– Tonsley

Online: No

Duration

3 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee

2024: $8,944

How are these fees calculated?

Start dates

– March
– July

Student and ATAR profile

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Why study Advanced Manufacturing and Digital Design at Flinders?

A course developed with a huge input from industry, so you'll be job ready when you graduate.
Access to our world-class facilities at Tonsley
Major in Mechanical, Robotics or Electrical and Electronic specialisms.

Your career

Use your skills in a wide range of industry 4.0 applications including automation of industrial production, and horizontal, vertical and engineering integrations in a smart factory setting.

Potential occupations include:

Aircraft manufacturing
Automobile manufacturing
IoT engineering and design
Shipbuilding
Defence
Renewable manufacturing
Space manufacturing

Potential employers include:

Aerospace companies
Car companies
Software companies
The renewables industry
Defence industry
Shipbuilding companies
Space industry

Professional accreditation/recognition

This course provides graduates with a pathway into Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Robotics, which are accredited by Engineers Australia at the Washington Accord Level.

What you will study

First year

A typical first year may include:

Focus on solidifying your engineering fundamentals with maths, design, and programming skills, then learn about cyber-physical systems, robotics and automations.

Second year

A typical second year may include:

Extend your knowledge of physics and maths, whilst you learn about networks, cybersecurity, and innovations

Third year

A typical third year may include:

Learn how to manage and execute engineering projects, and decide on your advanced manufacturing major.

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ATAR and Student Profile Information

ATAR and Selection Rank profile

The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2024. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published

ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds	ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors	Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors
Highest rank to receive an offer	93.80	95.55
Median rank to receive an offer	85.70	90.60
Lowest rank to receive an offer	63.30	74.20

Student Profile

The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students in this course. It provides data on students who commenced study in this course in Semester 1, 2024 including those admitted through all offer rounds and international students studying in Australia. Applicant background groupings are based on educational background, not basis of admission. Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – the number of students is less than 5
N/P – Not published: the number is hidden to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students

Applicant background (Semester 1, 2024)	Number of students	Percentage of all students
Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course)	<5	<5
Vocational education and training (VET) study	0	0
Work and life experience	0	0
Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points)	<5	<5
Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test)	0	0
Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways)	0	0
International Students	N/P	N/P
All students	6	100%

Add Innovation and Enterprise
to your degree

At Flinders University, we recognise that careers are evolving and the workplace of the future will look very different from today.

Whatever undergraduate course you are studying at Flinders, you can add innovation and enterprise electives to your degree to gain new, adaptable and transferrable skills that will equip you for the careers of tomorrow.

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How to apply

Choose your preferred course.

Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.

Choose other courses to include in your preferences.

Visit SATAC and submit your application online.

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244621 (Tonsley)

Apply to transfer internally

Flinders students can apply to transfer to this course internally. Visit: www.flinders.edu.au/internaltransfer for more information.

Admission pathways

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

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Choosing your preferences

When choosing your preferences through SATAC, another Flinders degree you might want to include in your list is the Bachelor of Engineering Science.

How to apply

Select your course.

Check entry requirements.

Check your eligibility for credit.

Apply online

Obtain certified documents.

Submit your application and documents.

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English language pathways

If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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Academic program pathways

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.

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Course enquiries

Want more information about studying at Flinders University? Contact us to find out more – we’d love to help you decide if Flinders University is the right choice for you.

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Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Advanced Manufacturing and Digital Design)

Study Advanced Manufacturing and Digital Design at Flinders

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