Engineering Institute of Technology

With programs designed by an international body of industry experts, the Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) is one of the only institutes in the world that specializes in engineering. Students will graduate with cutting-edge skills valued by employers around the world.

EIT offers online and on-campus study modes in undergraduate and postgraduate programs. In addition, professional development short courses, diplomas, advanced diplomas, graduate diploma undergraduate and graduate certificates are also available exclusively online. EIT's live online courses help students fit studies in between work and other commitments.

A number of EIT's programs are recognized under the engineering accords, with vocational programs and higher education degrees registered and accredited by the Australian Government. The institute boasts a global presence with students from over 140 countries, having trained over half a million engineers, technicians, and technologists over the last 30 years.

All EIT programs are delivered via a unique methodology that makes use of live and interactive webinars, an international pool of expert lecturers, dedicated learning support officers, and state-of-the-art technologies such as hands-on workshops, remote laboratories, and simulation software.

EIT compliments its unique teaching methodology with hands-on workshops in the form of remote and virtual labs. Remote labs are contextualised within the industry and are more comprehensive than most traditional classroom-based programs and hands-on workshops provide students with additional applied knowledge.

Whether you choose to study online or on-campus, EIT's supportive blended learning model allows learners to advance their technical knowledge and remain engaged by forming global networks.

Why Study With EIT:

• Engineering specialists with industry experienced lecturers
• Highly supportive learning model to help students succeed
• Industry-oriented programs
• World-class Australian accredited education

Teaching quality

EIT's lecturers are subject experts and highly experienced engineers with applied knowledge. They pass on their expertise to students to help them tackle challenges in the workplace. EIT takes care to source the best lecturers from around the world. The lecturers are also available to guide students through classroom contact hours, phone, skype, or email for assistance.

EIT's small class sizes allow students to build rapport with their classmates as well as their lecturers, and seek clarity by asking questions when needed.

Course coordinators at EIT offer students academic guidance and support throughout their study journey. Students can also take advantage of support with mathematics and the English language in order to improve their speaking and writing skills.

Student support

Learning Support Officers (LSOs) offer guidance to EIT students during their study. Students taking up higher education have one committed LSO for every unit of study for higher education programs.

Students who opt for a vocational graduate certificate, professional certificate, diploma, or advanced diploma, can avail assistance from one dedicated person throughout their period at EIT.

EIT's Student Services Team offers on-campus students a supportive learning environment and encourages them to share their personal support needs before the start of their program or any time during. EIT also provides students with referrals to external support services, where required.

EIT conducts an orientation every semester for its new students to give them the opportunity to settle into student life, meet other students, explore the campus, and discover the range of student services on offer.

Students will be given a pre-departure handbook covering important details they need to know for their student life in Australia. Students can also receive free advice on accommodation options suited to them.

Study areas that EIT students can choose from:

• Civil engineering
• Data comms & industrial IT
• Electrical engineering
• Electronic engineering
• Engineering management
• Industrial automation, instrumentation, and process control
• Mechanical engineering
• Renewable engineering

Course types available at EIT:

• Professional certificate
• Diploma
• Advanced diploma
• Vocational graduate certificate
• Undergraduate certificate
• Bachelors
• Graduate certificate
• Graduate Diploma
• Masters
• Doctor of engineering

The modes that students can use for study are:

• Online
• On-campus Perth
• On-campus Melbourne

View more information on EIT's study options

EIT's online learning

EIT's online delivery methodology offers live and interactive tutorials led by international expert lecturers, hands-on workshops, learning support officers, remote & virtual laboratories, and simulation software.

Entry requirements

For more information on entry requirements please visit the individual course pages on the EIT website

Scholarships

EIT offers a range of scholarships that provides an affordable way for outstanding engineering students to gain valuable academic and professional opportunities, with program expenses partially supported. These scholarships are offered in online and on-campus modes.

Tuition fees (per year)

Online programs

Online tuition fees differ based on the country. Students can refer to the relevant online course pages for information about exact course tuition fees.

Perth campus

EIT's brand-new multi-level campus in West Perth is conveniently located within walking distance of Perth's city center. This area is known for its cosmopolitan atmosphere, ensuring access to diverse cultural experiences. The campus is situated approximately two kilometres from one of the world's largest inner-city parks, Kings Park, and close to convenient public transport services.

Some campus facilities and services include:

• Student support team
• Student breakout areas
• Classrooms with internet and computer access
• Library

Perth is Western Australia's capital city ranked among the world's top ten most liveable cities and is among the friendliest cities consistently ranking in the top 50 international student cities. It is one of the sunniest cities in the world with its beaches, nature reserves, and much more. The New York Times featured Perth on its ‘52 Places to Go' in 2019.

Melbourne campus

In the heart of Melbourne is EIT's Victorian campus. Students enjoy free access to public transport and are conveniently close to shops, restaurants, theatres, sporting facilities, and much more.

Some campus facilities and services include:

• Student support staff
• Breakout areas
• Classrooms with internet and computer access
• Cafe
• First aid room
• Library

Melbourne, the capital city of Victoria, boasts vibrancy and culture. It enjoys a unique climate, world-class health care, public transport, entertainment, and more. It was ranked the world's third best student city by the QS Best Student Cities 2018 survey. It attracts the best academics and researchers from across the globe and houses a multicultural society.

Read the stories of EIT's current students and alumni that have gone on to achieve world-class engineering, technologist, or technician roles.

Santosh Pandey

On-Campus – Master of Engineering (Mechanical)
From India

"Studying Mechanical Engineering has always been my dream. Engineering not only teaches you knowledge but it gives you a great opportunity to learn dedication, perseverance and patience. With these, you will have plenty of options to progress as an engineer." Read more about Santosh's story.

Vimlesh Singh

Doctor of Engineering (DEng)
From Australia

Based in Perth, Western Australia, Vimlesh Singh is fully immersed in EIT's Doctor of Engineering (DEng) program, navigating a curriculum that seamlessly blends hardware and software components. EIT's Doctorate is a Professional Doctor of Engineering and combines coursework and research. As part of his DEng program, Singh has decided to embark on a thesis that revolves around ambient air quality monitoring, emphasizing a comprehensive understanding of monitoring systems. Read more about Vimlesh's story.

Justina Viola

On-Campus – Master of Engineering (Civil: Structural)
From Argentina

Justina Viola, an EIT student originally from Tucuman, Argentina, now living in Perth, Australia, discusses her achievements in engineering. She highlights her experience receiving the 2021 EIT International Science and Engineering Merit (ISEM) Scholarship and successfully completing the on-campus Master of Engineering (Civil: Structural) program with the CRICOS Course Code 0100461. Read more about Justina's story.

Hendrick van Heerden

On-Campus - Master of Engineering (Mechanical)
From Australia

Juggling work and studies can be demanding but feasible, as indicated by Hendrick van Heerden, currently enrolled in an online Master of Engineering (Mechanical) program at EIT. Hendrick, a motivated individual, is concurrently pursuing a full-time job while working towards his master's degree. Read more about Hendrick's story.

Internships

EIT bachelor's and master's degrees require students to have 240 hours of paid or unpaid professional work-integrated learning. This includes internships (unpaid or paid), networking activities, site visits, and helping with industry projects.

To aid on-campus students with no industry experience through the process of application for work- integrated learning, EIT offers assistance with their resume development, interview skills, presentation skills, and helping them get in touch with its industry partners.

Students have the opportunity to engage with employees and are exposed to work culture when taking up internships. They learn about official communication, more about engineering disciplines, gain practical insights and aptitude as they work on projects from planning to completion.

Hands-on workshops

EIT's hands-on workshops provide students with knowledge and experience using discipline-related materials and equipment. Students become competent through these workshops in tools, measurements, experimentation, and more.

Labs

EIT equips online and on-campus students with required skills that helps them put theory into practice. Its remote and virtual laboratories offer students access to specialised education and industrial engineering software and hardware, to be used in practical assessments throughout the duration of their course.

Students can make use of:

• Virtual labs: These host software for a number of engineering applications, including science education, modelling and analysis, power network design, design and drafting, programming, construct models, industrial process control, project management, and virtual plant field operations.
• Remote labs: These labs offer an equivalent of the traditional engineering lab – through the use of physical equipment and sensors. These practicals are controllable, interactive, variable, and viewable in real-time through webcams.