Shortage
High Shortage
55.6% of occupations
Australia · Engineering, Manufacturing & Resources
Engineering
Broad engineering study across civil, mechanical and electrical pathways.
Salary range
A$44K–139K
Median A$129,500
2035 outlook
+23.0%
growing
PR signal
Strong PR
Engineering professionals on CSOL. Broad skill set applicable across industries.
Credentials & pathway
Pathway type
Study Field
Duration
4–2 years
Qualifications
Bachelor · Master
Education fields
Engineering and Related Technologies
4-year Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). Engineers Australia accreditation.
Where this leads
Providers & tuition
Cost benchmark — verify before applying
| Provider | Annual fee | Duration | QS |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Melbourne | A$48,000 | 4 yr | #13 |
| UNSW Sydney | A$49,000 | 4 yr | #19 |
| University of Sydney | A$52,000 | 4 yr | #18 |
| University of Queensland | A$46,000 | 4 yr | #40 |
| Monash University | A$46,000 | 4 yr | #37 |
| RMIT University | A$42,000 | 4 yr | #140 |
Data notice
Labour-market signals are derived from mapped occupations, not a guarantee. Verify fees, CRICOS registration, licensing and visa eligibility with the relevant provider and regulator.
JSA Occupation Shortage List 2025JSA Employment ProjectionsABS 6306.0 Employee EarningsCRICOS Course DataCost snapshot · CRICOS feesVerified 2026-07-18