Do you want to make solar energy more efficient and live in a sustainable city, or create new technologies in robotics, un-crewed aircraft and wireless internet of things?
This is the degree for you! This elite engineering degree will give you access to an innovative structure that allows you to get involved in many project based research courses in engineering.
You can study the fundamental engineering courses while you are immersed in research groups covering electronics, communications, mechatronics, renewable energy, environmental, and aerospace systems.
This exceptional degree will not only allow you to excel in your career, but to also make a real difference and help to solve some of the world's largest problems.
We live in a world of major security problems. From large-scale wars and strategic competition between the major states, to threats to the environment, and challenges at home such as terrorism, cybersecurity and the impact of new technology. The Bachelor of International Security Studies (BINSS) explores the enduring problems of security and war through a broad lens. It provides students with the empirical knowledge and analytical skills to understand the history and causes of international conflict and the implications of security issues for Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. Students will develop the experience and communication skills to assess the nature of contemporary security problems, and drawing on the latest academic scholarship, engage with policy and civil society solutions to the security problems of our time.
The BINSS is particularly suited for those seeking careers in the Australian Government, such as working as a diplomat in Foreign Affairs and Trade, as a strategist in the Department of Defence, or as a security analyst in the Intelligence Community. Graduates will also be well placed to contribute to international organisations such as the United Nations, to Aid and Development groups, or to support the private sector as businesses and non-government organisations navigate a challenging world.
Career Options
ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities. Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world.
We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.
Employment Opportunities
Organisations invest in R&D in order to gain a competitive advantage over others. R&D is at the forefront of new product design and development and is a wealth and change generator. Innovative solutions to many of the problems in society today will come from those working in R&D.
After graduation you will be skilled to work in R&D roles in industry, government, and academia, or as an accredited engineer.
Careers in engineering are diverse. Engineers are in high demand in Australia and overseas, and as an ANU graduate with a systems engineering background, you will bring extra value to future employers.
The skills and abilities you gain while studying are highly sought after in engineering companies, and also across many other professions and organisations.
Because of the unique systems approach at ANU many of our graduates quickly progress to senior management roles due to their skills and knowledge in more than one engineering discipline. For this reason engineering at ANU is often considered a springboard into the wider corporate world.
Our graduates work in many organisations including ABB, Accenture, Department of Defence, CEA Technologies, Cochlear Limited, Energy Australia, Ford, GHD, IBM, Northrop Consulting Engineers, Qantas, Telstra, Thales and Toyota.
Organisations invest in R&D in order to gain a competitive advantage over others. R&D is at the forefront of new product design and development and is a wealth and change generator. Innovative solutions to many of the problems in society today will come from those working in R&D.
After graduation you will be skilled to work in R&D roles in industry, government, and academia, or as an accredited engineer.
Careers in engineering are diverse. Engineers are in high demand in Australia and overseas, and as an ANU graduate with a systems engineering background, you will bring extra value to future employers.
The skills and abilities you gain while studying are highly sought after in engineering companies, and also across many other professions and organisations.
Because of the unique systems approach at ANU many of our graduates quickly progress to senior management roles due to their skills and knowledge in more than one engineering discipline. For this reason engineering at ANU is often considered a springboard into the wider corporate world.
Our graduates work in many organisations including ABB, Accenture, Department of Defence, CEA Technologies, Cochlear Limited, Energy Australia, Ford, GHD, IBM, Northrop Consulting Engineers, Qantas, Telstra, Thales and Toyota.
Learning Outcomes
- Apply systematic engineering methods professionally to design optimised and sustainable solutions to complex and transdisciplinary engineering problems.
- Construct and evaluate solutions to engineering problems by selecting and applying theoretical principles and methods from the underpinning physical, mathematical and information sciences, and broader transdisciplinary knowledge.
- Demonstrate advanced technical knowledge at the leading edge of the discipline and the application of appropriate tools in at least one field of engineering specialisation.
- Compare current developments and emerging trends in at least one field of engineering specialisation.
- Understand the contextual factors that influence professional engineering practice, such as interpersonal, organizational, institutional, technological, physical, environmental, political and societal factors, and assess the potential societal, cultural, health, legal and environmental impact of engineering activities.
- Communicate and incorporate perspectives across disciplines effectively with colleagues, other engineering professionals and the broader community employing a range of communication media and tools.
- Engage in independent research at the leading edge of the discipline, via the completion of multiple individual research projects, through the application and synthesis of research-based knowledge and research methods.
- Engage responsibly in critical reflection on self-competence to practice ethically and independent learning to continue practicing at the forefront of the discipline.
- Work effectively and proactively within cross-cultural, multi-disciplinary teams, demonstrating autonomy, ethical conduct, well-developed judgement, adaptability and responsibility to achieve engineering outcomes at a high standard.
- Identify and explain the key concepts, ideas and principal actors in international security.
- Evaluate the major theoretical frameworks for understanding the complexities of contemporary security challenges.
- Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the historical and contemporary dimensions of international, internal and transnational security, especially in the Asia-Pacific region.
- Analyse the key challenges facing Australian security and defence policy
- Reflect critically on the principal factors that determine the security policies of Australia and the major regional powers
- Develop and demonstrate teamwork, interpersonal, and communication skills
Further Information
Learn more about the degrees offered at the ANU College of Engineering, Computing and Cybernetics, read current student profiles to see what campus life is really like, and discover what our graduates have achieved since leaving the College, visit the College of Engineering, Computing and Cybernetics website.
Learn more about the degrees offered at the ANU College of Engineering, Computing and Cybernetics, read current student profiles to see what campus life is really like, and discover what our graduates have achieved since leaving the College, visit the College of Engineering, Computing and Cybernetics website.
Admission Requirements
- ATAR:
- 98
- International Baccalaureate:
- 42
Pathways
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) might be a pathway for students who meet the Maths pre-requisites but do not have the required score for direct entry into this program. Eligible students should enrol into a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and if they can maintain a High Distinction average in their first year, they may be approved to transfer into the R&D program in their second year.
Prerequisites
ACT: Mathematical Methods (Major)/Further Mathematics (Major)/Specialist Mathematics/Specialist Methods (Major)
NSW: HSC Mathematics Advanced or equivalent.
VIC: Mathematics Methods or equivalent
QLD: Mathematics Methods or equivalent
TAS: Mathematical methods/Mathematics Specialised/Mathematics 1 and II through U Tas/Both Mathematics 1 and II through UTAS/Both Advanced Calculus and Applications 1A and 1B through UTAS
SA / NT: Mathematical Methods or equivalent
WA: Mathematical Methods or equivalent
IB: Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations HL/Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches SL or HL
Adjustment Factors
Adjustment factors are combined with an applicant's secondary education results to determine their Selection Rank. ANU offers adjustment factors based on equity, diversity, and/or performance principles, such as for recognition of difficult circumstances that students face in their studies.
To be eligible for adjustment factors, you must have:
- achieved a Selection Rank of 70 or more before adjustment factors are applied
- if you have undertaken higher education, completed less than one year full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) of a higher education program
- applied for an eligible ANU bachelor degree program
Please visit the ANU Adjustment Factors website for further information.
Indicative fees
Bachelor of Engineering (Research and Development) (Honours) - Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Bachelor of International Security Studies - Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees
- Annual indicative fee for international students
- $53,700.00
Scholarships
ANU offers a wide range of scholarships to students to assist with the cost of their studies.
Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are. Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.
For further information see the Scholarships website.
Program Requirements
The Bachelor of Engineering (Research and Development)(Honours) flexible double degree component requires completion of 168 units, of which:
A maximum of 48 units may come from completion of 1000-level courses
A minimum of 12 units of courses tagged as Transdisciplinary Problem-Solving
The 168 units must include:
90 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:
ENGN1211 Engineering Design 1: Discovering Engineering
ENGN1217 Introduction to Mechanics
ENGN1218 Introduction to Electronics
ENGN2217 Mechanical Systems and Design
ENGN2218 Electronic Systems and Design
ENGN2219 Computer Systems & Organisation
ENGN2222 Engineering Thermodynamics
ENGN2228 Signals and Systems
ENGN2300 Engineering Design 2: Systems Approaches for Design
ENGN2301 Engineering Design 3: Systems Approaches for Analysis
ENGN2706 Engineering Research and Development Project (Methods)
ENGN3100 Practical Experience (0 units)
ENGN3300 Engineering Design 4A: Systems Approaches for Management
ENGN3301 Engineering Design 4B: Systems Approaches for Operations
ENGN4712 Engineering Research and Development Project (12 units)
12 units from completion of R&D project courses from the following list:
ENGN2707 Engineering Research and Development Project
ENGN3706 Engineering Research and Development Project
ENGN3712 Engineering Research and Development Project (6 or 12 units)
ENGN4706 Engineering Research and Development Project
6 units from completion of a course from the following list:
COMP1100 Programming as Problem Solving
COMP1130 Programming as Problem Solving (Advanced)
COMP1730 Programming for Scientists
6 units from completion of a course from the following list:
PHYS1001 Foundations of Physics
PHYS1101 Physics 1
6 units from completion of a course from the following list:
MATH1013 Mathematics & Applications
MATH1115 Advanced Mathematics & Applications 1
6 units from completion of a course from the following list:
MATH1014 Mathematics and Applications 2
MATH1116 Advanced Mathematics and Applications 2
48 units from completion of one of the following Engineering majors, of which 12 units contribute towards meeting the course requirements above:
Aerospace Systems
Electronic and Communication Systems
Environmental Systems
Mechatronic Systems
Nuclear Systems
Renewable Energy Systems
6 units from completion of courses from the following subject area: ENGN Engineering
Students must achieve a minimum 75% weighted average mark across all compulsory courses undertaken in each period (Summer/First Semester/Autumn) and (Winter/Second Semester/Spring) in order to continue in the Bachelor of Engineering (Research and Development)(Honours). Students who do not achieve a minimum of 75% weighted average mark will be transferred to the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) single degree.
Students must achieve a minimum 80% final Honours mark in order to graduate with the Bachelor of Engineering (Research and Development) (Honours). Students who do not achieve a minimum 80% final Honours mark will be transferred to the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree program.
Honours
Students must formally enrol in ENGN4100 Engineering Honours at the commencement of their intended final semester.
Honours Grade Calculation
ENGN4100 Engineering Honours Grade will be used to calculate the Class of Honours and the Mark. It will be calculated as the weighted average mark (WAM) of the courses listed below. The mark for each course is weighted by the units of credit (UoC) of the course, as well as a course weighting as indicated below. WAM is calculated as follows:
WAM = (S Mark*UoC*Weighting) / (S UoC*Weighting)
- Science and Engineering Foundations (0.1 weighting): MATH1013 or MATH1115, MATH1014 or MATH1116, COMP1100 or COMP1130 or COMP1730, PHYS1001 or PHYS1101, ENGN1000-series courses.
- Engineering Fundamentals (0.2 weighting): ENGN2000-series courses (excluding ENGN2300, ENGN2301 and ENGN2707).
- Professional Core (0.3 weighting): ENGN2300, ENGN2301, ENGN3300, ENGN3301, ENGN3200.
- Engineering Discipline and R&D Project (0.4 weighting): ENGN2707, ENGN3000-series courses (excluding ENGN3300, ENGN3301 and ENGN3200), ENGN4000-series courses.
The Bachelor of International Security Studies flexible double degree component requires completion of 96 units, of which:
A maximum of 36 units may come from completion of 1000-level courses
A minimum of 18 units must come from completion of 3000-level courses
The 96 units must consist of:
The 144 units must consist of:
36 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:
STST1001 Introduction to International Security
STST1004 How Nations Fight: From Tsushima to Taiwan
STST2001 Security Concepts in the Asia-Pacific
STST2005 Why Nations Fight: The Causes of International Conflict
STST3002 Living with Giants: Australia's Security in a Contested Asia
STST3005 International Security in the 21st Century
A maximum of 12 units from completion of the following courses:
ASIA3088 The Korean War
STST2003 Australia and Security in the Pacific Islands
STST3003 Honeypots and Overcoats: Australian Intelligence in the World
Minimum of 6 units from completion of a course from the following concepts and methods course list:
HIST2110 Approaches to History
POLS2044 Contemporary Political Analysis
POLS3001 Foreign Policy Analysis
POLS3125 Game Theory and Social Sciences
SOCY2043 Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods
SOCY2038 Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods
A minimum of 30 units from the completion of courses within one or more of the following Security, Language, and Area Studies majors and minors:
Languages
Arabic Language
Burmese Language
Chinese Language
French Studies
German Studies
Hindi Language
Indonesian Language
Italian Studies
Japanese Language
Korean Language
Mongolian Language
Persian
Russian Studies
Sanskrit Language
Spanish Studies
Tetum Language
Thai Language
Tibetan Language
Tok Pisin Language
Vietnamese Language
Regions
Asian History
Asian Studies
Contemporary Europe
Chinese Studies
Indian and South Asian Studies
Indonesian Studies
Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies
Middle East Politics and Security
Russian and Central Asia Studies
Northeast Asian Studies
Pacific Studies
Southeast Asian Studies
Issues
Ancient History
Climate Science and Policy
Criminology
Geography
Gender and Sexuality
History
Historical International Security
International Relations
Peace and Conflict Studies
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology
Social Research Methods
Sociology
Sustainable Development
Technology, Networks and Society
A minimum of 12 units of courses tagged as Transdisciplinary Problem-Solving
A maximum of 12 units of internship courses:
ANIP3003 Australian National Internship Program Internship A
ASIA2110 International Affairs Internship
ASIA3023 Asia Pacific Week Internship
36 units from completion of the following compulsory course list:
STST1001 Introduction to International Security
STST1004 How Nations Fight: From Tsushima to Taiwan
STST2001 Security Concepts in the Asia-Pacific
STST2005 Why Nations Fight: The Causes of International Conflict
STST3002 Living with Giants: Australia's Security in a Contested Asia
STST3005 International Security in the 21st Century
A maximum of 12 units from completion of the following courses
ASIA3088 The Korean War
STST2003 Australia and Security in the Pacific Islands
STST3003 Honeypots and Overcoats: Australian Intelligence in the World’
A minimum of 6 units from completion of a course from the following concepts and methods course list:
HIST2110 Approaches to History
POLS2044 Contemporary Political Analysis
POLS2125 Game Theory and Social Sciences
POLS3001 Foreign Policy Analysis
SOCY2043 Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods
SOCY2038 Introduction to Quantitative Research methods
A minimum of 30 units from the completion of courses within one or more of the following Security, Language, and Area Studies majors and minors.
Languages
Arabic Language
Burmese Language
Chinese Language
French Studies
German Studies
Hindi Language
Indonesian Language
Italian Studies
Japanese Language
Korean Language
Mongolian Language
Persian
Russian Studies
Sanskrit Language
Spanish Studies
Tetum Language
Thai Language
Tibetan Language
Tok Pisin Language
Vietnamese Language
Regions
Asian History
Asian Studies
Contemporary Europe
Chinese Studies
Indian and South Asian Studies
Indonesian Studies
Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies
Middle East Politics and Security
Russian and Central Asia Studies
Northeast Asian Studies
Pacific Studies
Southeast Asian Studies
Issues
Ancient History
Climate Science and Policy
Criminology
Geography
Gender and Sexuality
History
Historical International Security
International Relations
Peace and Conflict Studies
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology
Social Research methods
Sociology
Sustainable Development
Technology, Networks and Society
A minimum of 12 units of courses tagged as Transdisciplinary Problem-Solving
A maximum of 12 units of internships courses:
ANIP3003 Australian National Internship Program Internship A
ASIA2110 International Affairs Internship
ASIA3023 Asia Pacific Week Internship
Majors
Bachelor of Engineering (Research and Development) (Honours) Majors
Minors
Bachelor of Engineering (Research and Development) (Honours) Minors
Bachelor of International Security Studies Minors
Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | ENGN1211 Engineering Design 1: Discovering Engineering 6 units | PHYS1013 | MATH1115 Advanced Mathematics and Applications 1 6 units OR MATH1013; | Other degree course 6 units |
| ENGN1217 Introduction to Mechanics 6 units | ENGN1218 Introduction to Electronics 6 units | MATH1116 Advanced Mathematics and Applications 2 6 units OR MATH1014; | Other Degree course 6 units | |
| Year 2 48 units | ENGN2217 Mechanical Systems and Design 6 units | ENGN2218 Electronic Systems and Design 6 units | COMP1730 Programming for Scientists 6 units | Other degree course 6 units |
| ENGN2222 Engineering Thermodynamics 6 units | ENGN2228 Signals and Systems 6 units | Other degree course 6 units | Other degree course 6 units | |
| Year 3 48 units | ENGN2300 Engineering Design 2: Systems Approaches for Design 6 units | ENGN2706 Engineering Research and Development Project (Methods) 6 units | Other degree course 6 units | Other degree course 6 units |
| ENGN2301 Engineering Design 3: Systems Approaches for Analysis 6 units | Engineering major course 6 units | Other degree course 6 units | Other degree course 6 units | |
| Year 4 48 units | ENGN3300 Engineering Design 4A: Systems Approaches for Management 6 units | ENGN3706 Engineering Research & Development Project 6 units | Engineering Major course 6 units | Other degree course 6 units |
| ENGN3301 Engineering Design 4B: Systems Approaches for Operations 6 units | ENGN3712 Engineering Research and Development Project 6 to 12 units | Engineering Major course 6 units | Other degree course 6 units | |
| Year 5 48 units | ENGN4712 Engineering Research and Development Project 6 to 12 units | Engineering Major course 6 units | Other degree course 6 units | Other degree course 6 units |
| ENGN4712 Engineering Research and Development Project 6 to 12 units | Engineering Major course 6 units | Engineering Major course 6 units | Other degree course 6 units |
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As a high-achieving student in the Bachelor of Engineering (Research & Development) (Honours)(R&D) program you have chosen a unique and exciting interdisciplinary engineering degree. This four year degree will give you access to an innovative structure that allows you to study a number of research projects, giving you exposure to cutting edge research with leading researchers, as well as studying the fundamental engineering courses.
This degree can be also studied as a double degree with many complementary disciplines.
Single degree
- This degree requires 192 units
- One Engineering major (48 units)
- 30 units of research projects
- 24 units of elective courses from the engineering subject area (courses coded with ENGN) and 12 units of university elective courses offered by ANU.
Double degree
- The Engineering component of the Flexible Double Degree requires a total of 168 units
- You will complete one Engineering major of 48 units and a further 24 units of elective courses from the engineering subject area (courses coded with ENGN).
- 30 units of research projects
- 12 units of courses are double counted into both degrees
About this degree
- Typically you will study four courses per semester (total of 24 units) as a full time student giving you a total of 32 courses across your whole degree of four years duration.
- A major is typically 48 units of courses and a minor is 24 units. You will need to complete at least one Engineering major in your degree
- In the single degree you will have 36 units (six courses) of electives. You may use these to study an Engineering minor or a range of courses from any ANU College.
- In the double degree, there are no university electives in the double degree - your other degree requirements use up all of these. There are limitations on the programs that can be combined with the BE(R&D) program as detailed in the BE(R&D) FDD rules. 12 units of the courses are double counted to both the BE(R&D) program and the second program.
Enrolment Status
The definition of full-time and part-time status can be found here. While it's possible to enrol in fewer courses per semester, it may take you longer to finish your program and get your degree. If you are an international student you must follow the requirement specified by your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and your visa, which normally require you to enrol in 24 units per semester in order to finish your program of study on time.
Important things to keep in mind when choosing your 1000-level courses
- Note that if you are commencing in July you should send an email to <student.css@anu.edu.au> for advice about your enrolment or attend an enrolment advice session at the university in the week before semester commences.
MATHS
- If you studied ACT Maths Methods, or are not confident in your Maths ability, please read the information about secondary school prerequisite of MATH1013 on the course website.
- Students who excel in maths and have done the highest level of maths available to them at school should read the following: You may choose to enrol in MATH1115 and MATH1116 (honours maths) in place of MATH1013 and MATH1014. These courses are significantly more difficult and will likely mean a higher workload, but they will give you a much deeper understanding of underlying mathematical concepts, which may be beneficial for your future studies. You are encouraged to seriously consider this option.
- Both PHYS1001 and PHYS1101 satisfy the compulsory first-year physics requirements for BE students.
- PHYS1101 – Physics 1 is the recommended first year physics course for BE students. It is also a compulsory pre-requisite for subsequent Physics courses. It is recommended for BE students who are interested to do more Physics courses as electives.
- PHYS1001 is advised only if you did not complete year 11 and 12 physics.
- PHYS1001 is offered in Semester 1 only. PHYS1101 is offered in both Semester 1 and Semester 2.
- It is possible to do PHYS1001 in Semester 1 then PHYS1101 in Semester 2. In this case, PHYS1001 is counted as a 1000 series elective course.
- For your computing courses, you can complete either COMP1100 or COMP1730, and these are available in both Semester 1 and Semester 2.
Majors and Minors
See available majors and minors for this program
There are a number of Engineering majors and minors for you to choose from. The good news is that you do not need to make any decisions about these until third year. Just follow the first year enrolment pattern for single and double degrees. If you want more information about majors and minors you can have a look at the BE(R&D) Degree Requirements on the 'Programs and Courses' website.
Electives
There is one elective in your first year of study. If you are in a flexible double degree and need to take more than one course from your other degree during first year, you should consider doing COMP1730 in your 2nd year thus freeing up an elective in second semester of first year.
Advice on Choosing ENGN Electives
The information below is relevant to students completing a single degree only and needing to satisfy the requirements of
- 6 units from completion of courses from the following subject areas: ENGN Engineering
- 24 units from completion of elective courses offered by ANU
The above set of requirements means that you need to complete a total of 30 units (normally 5 courses) of elective courses, which cannot be part of the compulsory courses or part of your engineering major for meeting the program requirements. Among these elective courses, 6 units must come from ENGN-coded courses, while the other 24 units may come from any courses available to undergraduate students university-wide including but not limited to ENGN-coded courses.
Things to Remember:
- Make sure the elective courses you choose are not part of the compulsory courses nor part of your (first) engineering major for meeting the program requirements. They can contribute towards a second engineering major or another minor.
- Check the prerequisite of the course you intend to choose to ensure you have met the eligibility criteria. Such information can be found on the Programs and Courses website for the course. Remember to select an appropriate academic year to display the most relevant information.
- Check the semester(s) in which the chosen course is offered to ensure it can be taken in the semester you intend to take it. Remember to select an appropriate academic year to display the most relevant information.
- Remember that you can only take a maximum of 60 units of 1000-level courses in the entire degree of study.
- Keep track of your elective courses in terms of the number of units each course contributes towards meeting the requirements of either 6 units of ENGN-coded elective courses or 24 units of university-wide elective courses. For example, when completing a set of courses for a minor, the courses that are not ENGN-coded can only contribute towards 24 units of university-wide elective courses.
Study Options
Bachelor of Engineering (Research & Development) (Honours) Single Degree
Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | ENGN1211 Engineering Design 1: Discovering Engineering 6 units | PHYS1101 Physics I 6 units | MATH1013 Mathematics and Applications 1 6 units OR MATH1115; | Elective Course 6 Units |
| ENGN1217 Introduction to Mechanics 6 units | ENGN1218 Introduction to Electronics 6 units | MATH1014 Mathematics and Applications 2 6 units OR MATH1116; | COMP1730 Programming for Scientists 6 units OR COMP1130; |
Bachelor of Engineering (Research & Development) (Honours) Double Degree
Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | ENGN1211 Engineering Design 1: Discovering Engineering 6 units | PHYS1101 Physics I 6 units | MATH1013 Mathematics and Applications 1 6 units OR MATH1115; | Other Degree course |
| ENGN1217 Introduction to Mechanics 6 units | ENGN1218 Introduction to Electronics 6 units | MATH1014 Mathematics and Applications 2 6 units OR MATH1116; | Other Degree course |
Academic Advice
- A sample course structure (ie study plan) over the four years of single degree can be found on the webpage Bachelor Degrees | ANU School of Engineering
- You may take 1000-level courses later in your program. But remember you can’t count more than ten 1000-level courses (60 units) towards your single degree or six 1000-level courses (36 units) towards your BE(R&D) half of the double degree.
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When you study the Bachelor
of International Security Studies you will delve deeply into the
contemporary security threats facing nations, international organisations and
businesses around the world - including the threat of military power, civil
war, terrorism, cybercrime, environmental degradation and food security to name
just a few. Read more about this degree on our website.
Enrolment Status
It is possible to enrol in fewer courses per semester, but it
will take you longer to finish your program and get your degree. If you are an
international student you must always be enrolled full-time in 24 units each
semester.
Remember you will need to enrol in courses for both First Semester and Second
Semester. You will be able to change your enrolment in courses up until
the end of week 2 of each semester without penalty. Other things to be aware of:
A course can only be counted towards one major or minor.
You can’t study more than 4 courses (24 units) per semester.
You may need to enrol in courses for your major and/or your minor, particularly if you are completing a double degree.
If you are intending to enrol in language courses and have previous experience with the language you wish to study, you need to sit a placement test to ensure you are enrolled at the most appropriate level of language study. Further information is available here.
Important things to keep in mind when choosing your 1000-level courses
When you enrol for the first time you will study ‘1000-level’ courses. These courses have ‘1’ as the first number in their course code, such as ASIA1234.
Majors and Minors
See available majors and minors for this program
Electives
You can use your electives to enrol in any courses that you
like, provided you meet prerequisite requirements.
To find 1000-level courses, search
Programs and Courses.
Remember, though, that if you are a single-degree student you cannot count more than 60 units of 1000-level courses towards the completion of your degree. If you are a double-degree student, you cannot count more than 36 units of 1000-level courses towards the completion of the 96 units allocated to the BINSS half of your degree.
Study Options
Single Degree example
This is an example only - you need to plan your degree carefully to ensure that you are on track to fulfil the requirements of the BINSS program orders. You may, for example, wish to leave a substantial number (24) of elective units free so that you can study overseas for a semester.Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | STST1001 Introduction to International Security Studies 6 units | 1000-level course from the Security, Language and Area Studies majors and minors list | Elective course | Elective course |
| STST1004 How Nations Fight: From Tsushima to Taiwan 6 units | 1000-level course from the Security, Language and Area Studies majors and minors list | Elective course | Elective course |
Double Degree example
This is an example only - you need to plan your degree carefully to ensure that you are on track to fulfil the requirements of both degrees.Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | STST1001 Introduction to International Security Studies 6 units | 1000-level course from the Security, Language and Area Studies majors and minors list | Course from second degree | Course from second degree |
| STST1004 How Nations Fight: From Tsushima to Taiwan 6 units | 1000-level course from the Security, Language and Area Studies majors and minors list | Course from second degree | Course from second degree |