Greetings, from the publications team
Congratulations on making it into UNSW, and choosing engineering :)
You've worked hard, and now you're here! So make the most out of what UNSW has to offer and have a go at every opportunity that peaks your interest. Taking initiative is what Uni is all about, and for the first time in 13 years of schooling, no one will be chasing you up to complete an assignment, or encouraging you to pursue a co-curricular activity.
The Publications portfolio has put together this guide to help you settle into University, get a glimpse of the Engineering Community at UNSW, and showcase what we, UNSW Engineering Society (EngSoc) do for the engineering community and why you might want to consider joining the team this year. In this guide, you'll find information such as how to plan your degree, deconstructing the complicated enrolment process, advice from the older, wiser, students of UNSW, the best study spots or food on campus, and the numerous co-curricular activities that you can participate in to become a more well-rounded and experienced engineer.
As the constituent engineering society at UNSW, consisting of members from all nine schools under the Faculty of Engineering, we pride ourselves to be the trendsetters in implementing high quality events and programs, with the focus set on up-skilling students, connecting them with industry, and building a fun community for like-minded engineers to thrive in. We aim to train students in soft skills that they can only learn from outside of the classroom, and we provide the earliest glimpse into what life after university may entail, with the support from our industry sponsors, and the amazingly talented student team that you could also be a part of.
We are looking forward to bringing even more fun and innovative events to the UNSW Engineering student community this year! Our flagship events are listed at the end of the guide so keep an lookout on our facebook page for the ones that interest you!
Enjoy the freedom of uni and all the success in the world, George Shang, Angela Khuu, Angelina Lai, Chloe Hu, Dev Kanchhal
Publications Portfolio 2023
Contents TIMETABLING TIPS ENROLMENT101 STEP BY STEP ENROLMENT GUIDE TERM TIMELINE HECS-HELP CO-CURRICULARSHOWCASE WISEWORDSFROMWISERPEEPS TEAMSOFENGINEERINGSOCIETY CAMPUSMICHELINGUIDE ENGSOCEVENTS PEERMENTORINGPROGRAM 5 BESTSTUDYSPOTS ENGINEERINGDEGREECOMPARISON CORECOURSES4FIRSTYEARS RECOMMENDED ELECTIVES HOW TO TAKE NOTES 6 8 9 10 11 14 17 19 20 22 23 27 30 31 32
What Courses Should I Take ?
Check out the Handbook page for your particular degree and specialisation!
My Course is Full! Timetable Clashes
Don't panic! It's not mandatory to take all "first year" classes in your first term, or even in first year.
If you're still lost, use the degree planner made by CSESoc.
You can also do a progression check which will tell you what courses you have completed and what needs to be completed.
But if you really need to take the course (if it will impact your progression), you can call the Nucleus and they can probably squeeze you in!
A timetable clash is when you have two or more classes on at the same time. If there are no other class times available and you meet the criteria, you can apply for a timetable clash request.
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Am I Eligible?
An Australian citizen
What is it?
A scheme where the Australian Government will pay for your course fees, till your taxable income is above the minimum threshold.
owing in my current balance?
The course fees will not be deferred to HECS-HELP until the census date has passed. Therefore no action is required if you are HECS-HELP eligible, however you can make voluntary payments regardless of income.
A New Zealand citizen, and
owing after census date?
An Australian permanent visa
and undertake at least 1 course in Australia. reside in Australia for the duration of your degree, and meet all the long term residency requirements holder and reside in Australia for the duration of your degree.
Not Eligible?
Contact the Nucleus or visit the Student Fees and Payment for more information on other schemes or opportunities.
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ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS SOCIETY
ELSOC is the constituent society for Electrical and Telecommunications Engineering at UNSW, and with over 700 active members, is one of the largest on campus, providing students with social, academics, and career events, as we strive to support all students from the faculty All students that are part of the Electrical and Telecommunications Engineering faculty are welcome to join, which also includes Flexible First Year students, and those completing double degrees
School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Student Society
UNSW MechSoc has been supporting the students of the Mechanical Engineering community for over 50 years. They are one of the largest societies on campus and serve students studying Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronic and Manufacturing Engineering. Being a part of Mechsoc means members have access to a range of great social, industry and academic events to support you through your time at university.
Chemical Engineering Undergraduate Society
CEUS is a student run society for Chemical Engineering students at UNSW They have a vision to enable their members to achieve a healthy work and life balance at university, and host events to create well-rounded graduates by exposing them to industry They have developed strong relationships with various companies in industry, as well as with our School and The Institution of Chemical Engineers
Biomedical Engineering Students’ Society
BESS is a society dedicated to helping UNSW Biomedical Engineering students, both postgraduate and undergraduate, make the most of their university experience in a variety of ways If you're looking for a place to socialise and connect with your fellow Biomedical Engineering peers, opportunities to meet industry professionals and a chance to inspire younger students, look no further than the BESSt society on campus!
Civil and Environmental Engineering Society
CEVSOC is a student-run society affiliated with the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering Their team works to completely supplement the university experience of the Civil and Environmental student cohort by hosting a wide array of events throughout the year, ranging from social, sporting, academic and career development events They provide a platform for students to interact, build friendships and gain knowledge from other students
Materials Science & Engineering Society
MATSOC is the student society for all students studying Materials Science & Engineering at the UNSW. Their aim is to provide help and mentoring to all students of Materials Science & Engineering, and to encourage students to socialise together, both through MATSOC and jointly held events with other societies.They also provide information to the community of the work that is being done by the school. Being part of MATSOC is an amazing way to boost your CV and to obtain entry into more influential positions!
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics
The AIAA University of New South Wales Student Branch (AIAA UNSW) work to better connect students with the aerospace industry and provide networking opportunities Free membership of the UNSW branch is open to all students interested in the aerospace field They run frequent events for the benefit of members, focussing on building ties with key industry players as well as research developments and openings Events have previously included site visits to Qantas Engineering in Mascot and the Optus Telecommunications Satellite Array in Belrose
Women in Engineering Society
WIESOC are a UNSW student-run society that facilitates members from all disciplines of engineering They run many social and industry events throughout the year as well as two programs dedicated to mentoring and interpersonal development Their society provides a supportive network for all their members, whether past, present or future students, to advocate gender acceptance and equality in all facets of the engineering industry
Engineering Without Borders
EWB UNSW was founded in 2004, and is run by a passionate executive and coordinator team Each university chapter aims to empower engineering students interested in humanitarian fields, regardless of experience or background Regular events, university competitions and school outreaches are hosted by their team to maintain engagement and continue inspiring current and future engineers They are engineers and students who aim to create change through humanitarian engineering, ensuring everyone can live a life of opportunity.
UNSW Quantum Engineering Society
QSOC is the newest society within the school of EE&T at UNSW Founded in 2021, amidst the start of the new degree, “Quantum Engineering”, the society has an appeal to all of those from the faculty, as well as physics and computer science degrees The key focus is to provide members with industry opportunities in the expanding field This occurs through a variety of events, such as industry fairs and social events, all with the goal of furthering the members career opportunities and building lasting friendships
The Renewable Energy Society
RESOC of The University of New South Wales is a student organization committed to bringing together students studying Renewable Energy and Photovoltaics to build a community within UNSW that aims to enhance the university experience of their members. Through networking opportunities between students and industry, increasing awareness of sustainability issues and renewable energy, as well as holding social events for members; RESOC creates a fun and supportive environment.
The Women in Electrical Engineering & Telecommunications Society
TWEET is a society created to offer female EE&T students a place to meet, get to know each other and share experiences. If you are a female student undertaking any Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications courses, you are invited to the many exciting events they have planned for the coming year. UNSW TWEET understands how difficult university can be! So, they set out to make uni life as stress-free as possible! Throughout the year, they hold a range of academic, social and industry related events, where you can meet up with friends, to relax and/or study!
UNSW Mechatronics Society
MTRNSoc was founded by a group of individuals with a passion for mechatronics MTRNSoc is now the largest mechatronics-related society within the University of New South Wales With over 300 members, MTRNSoc aims to promote Mechatronic Engineering opportunities and pathways in the UNSW community MTRNSoc strives to engage students with real-world projects and fostering connections with industry leaders
CO-CURRICULAR SHOWCASE
There are numerous co-curricular opportunities available at UNSW for new students, from becoming a subcom of a society, to participating in a case comp with your friends. These experiences are all incredibly valuable in developing both your social circle and important soft skills that you may need in the future.
Here are two societies which have the jojo stamp of approval. Whether you want to be swept up in the golden wind of robogals or sneak a peak into the ferocious battle tendenc of redback racing there is sure to be a society for you!
GOLDEN WIND BATTLE TENDENCIES
T ce an open wheeled, single-seater, formula student car. Being amongst such an involved team from such diverse disciplines, I am pushed to apply my classroom knowledge into practical situations and strive for more innovative solutions UNSW Redback Racing has taught me lifelong lessons and I have had loads of fun while doing it! You have the opportunity to work on a race car and possibly even go to a competition in Victoria at the end of the year with the team. I have found so many friends and started many career-long relationships while at Redback Racing – I highly recommend anyone who is interested to apply to the 2023 T1 recruitment – don’t miss out!
Jocelyn Hu
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Robogals UNSW is a student run not-for-profit organisation aiming to spread awareness and increase female participation in engineering, science and technology. Founded in 2009, Robogals UNSW is the Sydney chapter based at the University of New South Wales We are proud to be one of the 30+ chapters of Robogals Global
At the heart of Robogals UNSW, we prepare fun educational STEM workshops and presentations for primary and secondary school girls. We believe it is the most effective way to engage and expose them to the opportunities in engineering, science and technology. It introduces ‘engineering’ into their vocabulary and shows girls how it can improve our lives. Targeting school girls e opportunity to gain gineering before deciding
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WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO YOUR FIRST YEAR SELF?
Growth Mindset
Adopt a positive, growth-oriented mindset that values opportunities and experiences.
During your time at university, you will be faced with plenty of hardships, like performing poorly on a test or rejected job applications. Although you may feel discouraged, you can choose to perceive setbacks or failures as an opportunity for learning and improvement, which in turn, helps you focus on the ‘bigger picture’ of your personal, professional and academic growth and become a better version of yourself. Ultimately, it’s your mindset that defines the negative experiences you face. Don’t let failures stay as ‘failures’ - transform them into powerful, positive experiences you can use later on!
PAOLO ALEGRo 5th year civil engineering
Make the most of your time.
UNSW offers a plethora of opportunities to explore and discover your passions, hobbies and careers.
Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Join a peer mentoring program. Try volunteering. More likely than not, you will meet older year students who have been in your exact shoes with your exact worries who are happy to help. So why not ask? There is no right way to tackle life as a university student but you’ll do yourself a disservice if you don’t make the most of it. With that said however, look after yourself.
PETER MO 3rd year software and biomedical engineering
Entering university as a first year student can be very challenging for some as it is a foreign environment for high-schoolers. The drastic jump in workload, responsibilities, and self-independence takes some time getting used to.
As a first year, you're probably entering this 'behemoth' with your group of high- school mates - eager to excel, but clueless on where to start. While some people have older friends or siblings that can guide them, the majority of first years don't. They end up experimenting, making mistakes and having to learn things the hard way. Guidance in university can also be hard to get, as it takes initiative to meet older people outside of classes, which first years tend to lack. But hopefully, this section can help!
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Build Good Habits
Great habits will set the foundation for some of the best years of your life.
Whether it be for your academics, social life or professional career, I cannot stress the importance of building good habits early on in your time at university. While many individuals say your first year doesn’t matter, I could not disagree more. While the memories of your MATH1131 mark may fade, the practices, routines and rituals that you develop very well may stay rest of your degree, perhaps even your life. Do great things consistently, and you being consistently great. Your future self will be eternally grateful.
VINCENT NGUYEN 3rd year computer science
Focus on your priorities
Work towards your personal goals and make the most of your time.
Everyone will have different priorities in uni, whether it be getting good grades, joining societies and making lots of friends or getting an internship. Try not to compare yourself to others and focus on your own path. Work towards your own goals to achieve what you desire. Don’t be afraid to try new things even if your friends aren’t doing it and take on the endless opportunities that uni has to offer.
EMILY DANG 3rd YEAR SOFtware engineering
Be Proactive, Not Reactive
Take control and have a direct influence on your University Experience.
T r long-term goals. What do you want to get out of the next 4-ish years? When and what would you need to do in order to achieve that? My advice would be to follow your curiosity and take advantage of all resources you have access to (Societies, ChallENG, VIP, Taste of Research). Try to attend events, lectures, tutorials, and labs in-person. Reach out to Senior students and tutors; learn from their experiences and prepare yourself for what’s to come.
GIRICHAND JUPUDI 3rd YEAR COMPUTER SCIENCE
DON’T RUSH UNIVERSITY
Try not to rush through your degree.
Just don't! Many students are eager to finish their degree and start working ASAP, but you’ll regret all the opportunities you miss. The best thing to do is to start early. get organised and start participating in different societies and extracurriculars to find out what you do and don’t enjoy. I remember trying to get involved in a sorority back in America, but ended up not liking it. Once I started getting involved after moving here, it was much harder to make the most of it as I got busier with uni and work. So get involved! And also consider studying abroad!
Lindsay Mau Masters of Engineering Science MEng. Project Management
What is the Peer Mentoring Program?
A9weekprogramwhichhelpsfirstyearstudentsfromallengineeringmajors smoothlytransitionintolifeatUNSW.
Teamswillconsistof8to12menteesalongwith2-3experiencedmentorswho willhelpyoudevelopyoursupportnetworkandcreatelastingfriendshipsat UNSW.
Eventsintheprogramcoversocial,professionalandacademicaspectsof universitylifetoassistmenteesinfamiliarisingthemselveswiththeUNSW culture.
What are the benefits of joining this program?
✨ A chance to meet other budding explorers within and outside your discipline of Engineering
✨ Personal cheerleader to help you navigate through UNSW’s extracurricular and career opportunities
✨ Activities and social events such as the Amazing race and Sports day throughout the term run for students by students :)
Key Dates for Events
Week 2 - Opening Ceremony
Week 3 - Amazing Race
Week 4 - Uni for Dummies
Week 6 - Sports Day
Week 7 - Murder Mystery
Week 10 - Closing Ceremony
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Learnabout a range of renewable energy technologies and their uses
Choose and specialise in one of three areas:
Humanitarian engineering
Low Energy Systems
Renewable Energy Systems
Majors within Electrical Engineering: Telecommunications, Photonics, Systems and Control, Energy Systems, Microelectronics, SIgnal Processing
Emphasis on gaining hands-on experience in working with solar energy devices
Training in both technology and policy development
Understand use of other RE technologies
Studythe engineering behind landline, mobile phone serves, internet and television
Designand develop voice and data communications systems
Push the limits of atomic fabrication
Discoverthe secretes of quantum mechanics
Receivebroad skills across most key electrical engineering disciplines
Designandimplement specific, reliable, efficient and secure software
Study software specification, design, implementation, testing and documentation
Solveproblems by designing programs through coding
Combinecomputer science and electronic engineering
Study the structure and integrated design of hardware and software components within computer systems
Develop technologies to work with and manage genetic information
Combine computing and life science
Designandimplementsoftware
Learn about the design, construction and management processes of modern infrastructure
Experiencecivil design, technical management and research
Study the environmental impact of engineering
Applyparts of civil engineering with an environmental emphasis on management, systems design, water, geotechnical and transport engineering
Specialise in specific branches of surveying through elective courses in 3rd/4th year
Becomea Registered Surveyor under the recognition of the institution of Surveyors, NSW
a combination of mechanical, control engineering and software to create “smart machines”
Developskills to work on robots, white goods, cameras and automated test equipment
Focus:aerodynamics, flight mechanics, propulsion and structures
Participatein a team project in your final year that integrates all aspects of aircraft design
Focus: develop, manufacture and operate machines
Choose a technical elective in your final year based on your interest
Focus:development, manufacturing and distribution of all types of products
Learn how to transform a design from a concept into a prototype and finally into a commercially viable product
Study the safe, economic and environmentally responsible recovery. processing, marketing and financial management of mineral resources
Focus on the long-term health of the sector through research in Sustainable Mining Practices
Focuson the discovery, development and production of energy and material resources
Workwith oil or gas companies to design, test and implement efficient methods to extract petroleum
Improve the properties of everyday products
Apply your knowledge in chemical engineering and chemistry to optimise complex chemical process
Innovate new chemical and consumer products
Workwith industry partners to develop a new consumer product in the final year Product Design Project
Designed for students with a medical, biological science, physical science or engineering background
Innovate in fields such as Medical devices
Implantable bionics
Drug-delivery system
Medical imaging and radiotherapy
Orthopaedic devices
Robotic surgery
Cell and tissue engineering
Physical rehabilitation
*Only available as a dual degree for UG
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EngSoc's first event of the year - Come and meet members of EngSoc to get to know more about what we do as a society, and a chance to win some O-Week freebies! We'll be around our tent throughout the day wearing red shirts.
The Peer Mentoring program helps first-years settle into university life! By applying, you can:
Meet other first-year engineering students and create a cohort for studying! Be guided by an experienced university student. Navigate through the various extracurricular and career opportunities UNSW offers. Enjoy fun activities and social events.
But quick - there are a limited amount of spots so apply now!
Free Drinks
Catch up with your friends and have a chat with the engsoc team
if this ain't vibes to u then u need touch grass >:)
As a Subcommittee Member, you will be working with motivated and driven individuals while empowering engineering students and expanding your professional skill base.
Join EngSoc as we expand our reach and vision, whilst introducing new, exciting initiatives.
Portfolios that you may apply for include: Socials, Careers, Publications, Sponsorships, Marketing, IT
Free Sosig
High Tea with Industry has your back, whether you’re looking for prospective future employers or developing industrial connections for upcoming internships and graduate roles, or just a first year curious about what your degree has in store for you.
Through ACE, you will Participate in 8 weeks of case competition preparation, including mock cases and engaging activities to develop your problem solving skills!
then, Compete with students in a real case competition hosted by a leading engineering company! The top 3 winning teams will be given amazing prizes from the sponsoring industry. It's a great way to jump start off your case competition career
Are you interested in:
Learning and refining your soft-skills?
Step-up and have an edge above the crowd? Apply your skills practically through running a charity event?
Become an EUP participant to give yourself an edge, by preparing yourself in excelling in communicating, ideating innovative ideas and working collaboratively!
EngSoc's Industry Mentoring will provide you with the invaluable opportunity to be mentored by an industry representative who will offer their expertise and experience and help guide you through your career ambitions!
EngSoc's cruise is back and better than ever! Our cruise is equipped with FREE drinks, food and photography to remember the awesome night. come with us and Dance your heart out against the sultry backdrop of Sydney harbour!
Come and join EngSoc for a night full of wonder, amazing food and live performances! Ladies and gentleman, bring your finest clothes out since it'll be a night you do NOT want to miss!
