Mechanical engineering at Western Sydney University is a dynamic area involving the design and building of moving machines, including engines that power transportation, industrial machinery, and a range of tools. 

Students put the core concepts of mechanical engineering, energy, thermodynamics, mechanics, kinematics, and fluid mechanics, into practical application in workshops, industry projects, and work-integrated learning. 

Students design and construct machines and tools and monitor and evaluate their performance. 

Employment opportunities include automotive or mechanical engineer, Control and instrumentation engineering.

Graduate destinations include:
Mechanical engineer, Aerospace engineer, Automotive engineer, CAD engineering, Control and instrumentation engineer, and Maintenance engineer. 

This major includes a mandatory 300-hour industrial placement as a completion requirement for Engineers Australia accreditation as an engineering technologist.

Work Integrated Learning

Western Sydney University seeks to enhance student learning experiences by enabling students to engage in the culture, expectations and practices of their profession or discipline.  

This program includes placement or other community-based unpaid practical experience.

There is a mandatory work component required for the completion of this program. 

• Academic transcripts
• Graduation/completion certificates for any completed qualifications
• Original language and official English language translations for all documents not in English
• English language test results (if applicable)
• Passport or Visa documents (if applicable)
• Syllabus/detailed course outlines if you require a credit assessment

Recommended studies: Physics and HSC Mathematics.

Assumed Knowledge: Two units of Science, two units of English and Mathematics (not General Mathematics) at Band 4 or higher.

China:

• Successful completion of Gao San with an 80% average in 3 years.

India: 

• Indian Higher Secondary School Certificate (State Boards): Successful completion of Higher Secondary Certificate with a pass of 70% in the best 4 core subjects
• All India School Certificate (CBSE): Successful completion of AISCE (CBSE) with an overall GPA of 60% in the best 4 core subjects
• Indian School Certificate (ISC): Successful completion of ISCE with an overall GPA of 60% in the best 4 core subjects

Iran:

• Successful completion of a recognised foundation studies program, 1 year of university studies or completion of a qualification equivalent to an Australian AQF Certificate IV

Western Sydney University International College

International College programs are located at Level 6, 6 Hassall St Parramatta and are offered in a range of subject areas:
 

• Arts
• Business
• Engineering
• Information and Communication Technology