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    MDDU-MXSPS

    Mechatronic Engineering, and Space and Planetary Science

    Undergraduate double degree major

    Develop the skills to contribute to progressive, technology-driven fields such as robotics, automation, Earth observation and space industries.

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    Course outline
    • ATAR

      ATAR

      The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is used to determine eligibility for places in university courses.
      Guaranteed ATAR 80
    • Qualification
      Mechatronic Engineering Honours and Space and Planetary Science Double Degree Major (BEng Hons/BSc)
    • Credit

      Credit

      A full-time study load usually consists of 200 credits (approximately eight units) per year, with 100 credits (approximately four units) in each semester.
      800
    Course outline

    You can study this course as part of the following degree

    Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), Bachelor of Science

    Visit the degree page for information on admission criteria, course fees and study locations.

    Course outline

    Overview

    Overview

    This double degree is ideal for students who are passionate about engineering and science and are keen to contribute to progressive, technology-driven fields such as robotics, automation, Earth observation and space industries.

    In this course, you will develop expertise in mechanics, electronics, computer systems and control engineering; and gain advanced knowledge of planetary systems, space environments and mission design.

    Your studies will include topics ranging from the underlying scientific drivers for exploration through to planetary geology, earth observation and spacecraft design. You’ll also have the flexibility to select minor subjects in areas such as geospatial technology, software development, data science and AI.

    Throughout the course, you’ll complete hands-on tasks in modern engineering laboratories, computational labs for data science and simulation, and Earth and planetary science labs that support geoscience and remote sensing activities aligned with space applications.

    You’ll also complete specialist robotics and automation workshops – learning how to design and implement automated systems such as mobile robots and pneumatic systems – and apply machine learning, large-dataset analysis and other computing techniques to space and Earth observation challenges.

    This range of project-based learning will not only connect your classroom knowledge to real-world challenges in automation, mining, aerospace and the growing space sector, but also develop your competencies in high-demand areas such as machine control, remote sensing and AI-driven data interpretation. It will also foster the problem-solving, teamwork and communication skills that are valued highly by employers.

    In addition, you can participate in work-integrated learning and industry-linked projects, and you may have opportunities for study tours and collaborations with space and engineering organisations.

    Upon graduation, you will have the industry-ready skills for aerospace, biotechnology, Earth observation and mining sectors, and be in a position to help address the skills gaps in Australia’s growing space sector and adjacent geoscience and Earth observation sectors.

    What jobs can the Mechatronic Engineering, and Space and Planetary Science course lead to?

    The skillsets sought by Australia’s growing space industry are diverse, ranging from optical engineers through to innovation managers. Employees who understand space environments and the scientific context of mission objectives are essential to success in space design, engineering, mission execution and business strategy.

    Career examples

    • Computer systems engineer
    • Earth scientist, geoscientist
    • Mechatronic/automation engineer
    • Remoting sensing consultant
    • Space and planetary scientist
    • Space research and technology consultant
    • Space industry business developer

    Industries

    • Aerospace
    • Engineering
    • Resources and energy
    • Space sector: research

    What you'll learn

    • Major Learning Outcome 1: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 1 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
    • Major Learning Outcome 2: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 2 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
    • Major Learning Outcome 3: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 3 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
    • Major Learning Outcome 4: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 4 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
    • Major Learning Outcome 5: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 5 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
    • Major Learning Outcome 6: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 6 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
    • Major Learning Outcome 7: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 7 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
    • Major Learning Outcome 8: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 8 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)
    • Major Learning Outcome 9: Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 9 for the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BB-ENGSCI)

    Why study Mechatronic Engineering, and Space and Planetary Science at Curtin?

    National industry priorities

    The Australian Civil Space Strategy aims for Australia to increase up to 20,000 new space-related positions by 2030, and the WA Government has identified space industries as a priority sector for economic development.

    Curtin’s Research renown

    Curtin has an international space and planetary research program, with researchers having engaged in several NASA, ESA, JAXA, and CNSA space missions. Curtin’s Space Science and Technology Centre also has a partnership with NASA, as the Australian branch of the Solar System Exploration and Research Virtual Institute.

    Unique in Western Australia

    This double degree is the only one of its kind available in WA, and one of only three in Australia.

    Professional recognition and accreditation

    Curtin's Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronic Engineering) (Honours) is accredited in Australia by Engineers Australia and recognised internationally.

    Admission criteria

    What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

    Select an option that best suits you:

    You’re considered a high school leaver if you:

    • Completed year 12 in Australia or overseas in the past two years, or
    • Completed TAFE or VET studies in the past two years.

    ATAR pathway

    • Guaranteed ATAR 80

      This course has a guaranteed ATAR of 80

    • Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

      Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

      Subjects you must have studied in high school to be eligible for entry into a course.

      There are no essential WACE subjects for this course.

    • Desirable WACE subjects

      Desirable WACE subjects

      High school subjects that aren’t essential for entry into the course, but provide a good foundation.

      There are no desirable WACE subjects for this course.

    Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.

    StepUp Entry

    StepUp Entry

    StepUp grants additional ATAR points to help eligible students qualify for admission.

    Successful StepUp Entry and StepUp Equity Adjustment Admission Pathway (StepUp Bonus) applicants will be eligible to be considered for admission into this course.

    Alternative pathways

    • Indigenous applicant

      If you’re an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicant who hasn’t met Curtin’s minimum admissions criteria, the Centre for Aboriginal Studies offers bridging courses that are tailored to help you gain entry into this course.

    • STAT entry

      Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

      The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria. STAT can be used to meet entry criteria for some courses, or as a way to satisfy Curtin’s English proficiency requirements.

      STAT is not accepted as an entry pathway, but may be used to demonstrate English language proficiency.

    Find your pathway to Curtin

    Think you don’t have the marks or qualifications to study at Curtin? We have several pathways to help you meet admission. Use our pathway finder to find your best way to studying with us.

    Pathway finder tool

    How others gained admission

    View the ATAR breakdown to see the low, median and high ATAR scores of students who started studying this course recently.

    To see the other pathways students have taken, see the pathway breakdown.

    You’re considered someone with work and life experience if:

    You have left secondary education more than two years ago (i.e. who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants) and have not undertaken vocational education training (VET) or higher education study since then.

    How we define ‘experience’

    ‘Experience’ includes a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education such as mature-age entry, professional experience whether completion of the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is required or not, community involvement or work experience. Applicants may have undertaken non-formal programs that have helped prepare them for tertiary education or are relevant to the proposed higher education field of study.

    Pathways

    • STAT entry

      Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

      The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria. STAT can be used to meet entry criteria for some courses, or as a way to satisfy Curtin’s English proficiency requirements.

      STAT is not accepted as an entry pathway, but may be used to demonstrate English language proficiency.

    Find your pathway to Curtin

    Think you don’t have the marks or qualifications to study at Curtin? We have several pathways to help you meet admission. Use our pathway finder to find your best way to studying with us.

    Pathway finder tool

    You’re considered someone who studied at TAFE or have done an apprenticeship if:

    Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a VET course. This includes study at a public TAFE or other VET provider, whether a qualification was completed or not. Applicants with VET study may have other qualifications such as a Year 10 or Year 12 secondary school certificate.

    Pathways

    • TAFE entry

      To meet the entry criteria with VET studies you need to have:

      1. Advanced Diploma of Engineering (2 years)
        or
        Curtin College Diploma of Engineering
      2. Met the subject prerequisites
        Note: prerequisites can be met via specific modules completed within the Advanced Diploma/ Diploma or by ATAR subjects (or equivalent).

    • STAT entry

      Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

      The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria. STAT can be used to meet entry criteria for some courses, or as a way to satisfy Curtin’s English proficiency requirements.

      STAT is not accepted as an entry pathway, but may be used to demonstrate English language proficiency.

    Find your pathway to Curtin

    Think you don’t have the marks or qualifications to study at Curtin? We have several pathways to help you meet admission. Use our pathway finder to find your best way to studying with us.

    Pathway finder tool

    You’re considered someone who has recently left university if:

    Applicants with higher education are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education course, such as a university degree. This may include applicants who are currently studying a higher education course at another education provider and want to transfer to Curtin University, or applicants who are currently studying at Curtin but want to switch to a different course. It may also include applicants who have completed past study with university and non-university higher education providers.

    Curtin course switcher criteria

    To switch into this course, you need to have:

    1. Attained an ATAR of 80 or above
      or
      Completed 200 credit points in the Indigenous Pre-Science and Engineering Enabling Course
      or
      Completed a total 100 credit points with at least 75 credit points completed in the semester prior to course switching in the Bachelor of Science (Multidisciplinary Science) or another Curtin undergraduate course
      or
      Completed a total 100 credit points with at least part-time enrolment of 50 credits in the two continuing semesters prior to course switching in the Bachelor of Science (Multidisciplinary Science) or another Curtin undergraduate course
    2. Met Mathematics Methods ATAR prerequisite (or equivalent)
    3. Met one of the following prerequisites (or equivalent):
      Chemistry ATAR or
      Physics ATAR or
      Engineering Studies ATAR
    4. Achieved an academic status of Good Standing

    Prerequisite Information

    The Mathematics Methods ATAR prerequisite can be met with one of the following Curtin unit:
    MATH1014 Foundations of Calculus
    MATH1016 Calculus 1

    The Physics ATAR prerequisite can be met with the following Curtin unit:
    PHYS1006 Foundation of Physics

    The Chemistry ATAR prerequisite can be met with the following Curtin units:
    CHEM1003 Introduction to Chemistry and CHEM1001 Biological Chemistry.
    Note: CHEM1003 does not meet Chemistry ATAR prerequisite; but is required in BEng(Hons) for students without Chemistry ATAR background.

    Higher education course switcher criteria

    To switch into this course from another higher education provider, you need to have:

    1. A minimum ATAR/ Selection Rank of 80
      Note: Selection Ranks are assessed based on your tertiary studies

    2. Met Mathematics Methods ATAR prerequisite (or equivalent)
    3. Met one of the following prerequisites (or equivalent):
      Chemistry ATAR or
      Physics ATAR or
      Engineering Studies ATAR
    4. Achieved an academic status of Good Standing

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    Think you don’t have the marks or qualifications to study at Curtin? We have several pathways to help you meet admission. Use our pathway finder to find your best way to studying with us.

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    • Curtin course code: MDDU-MXSPS
    • Last updated on: 5 February 2026

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