Summary
The Bachelor of Applied Finance will equip you with comprehensive corporate finance and investment management skills. With the ability to help organisations create value, invest wisely and control risk, you'll find yourself in demand across the globe. The flexible Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) has a strong focus on practical learning and offers you the choice of five specialisations. You'll learn how to identify complex problems and determine how to formulate innovative solutions to today's complex problems. And you'll be equipped with the skills you'll need to mix it with history's greatest engineers - maybe you'll have the honour of creating the next lifesaving medical device, a clean water system for remote communities in Africa, or a mobile phone app that keeps children safe.
Key features
Gain a unique set of finance skills that employers want
Learn about financial systems, markets and instruments; their effect on the flow of funds within the economy; and risk control. Boost your employability by reviewing real-world case studies
Undertake units that apply current theory and analytical techniques to real-world finance industry situations. Collaborate with fellow students on exciting projects
Get involved in a range of student-led projects, including our MQ Speed team and CubeSat group. Gain practical skills while undertaking professional placements
Get experience with our public and private sector partner organisations, including BAE Systems, Cochlear, Optus and Honeywell.
Career Outcomes
Professions
CAD technician
Civil engineer
Computer hardware engineer
Consultant
Electrical engineer
Environmental and sustainability designer
Financial adviser or analyst
Financial economist
Geotechnical engineer
Management consultant
Market analyst
Policy analyst
Project manager
Public administrator
Research and development manager
Researcher
Statistician
Stockbroker
Web producer
Employers
Accounting firms
App developers
Banks and financial institutions
Construction and building sector
Consulting firms
Engineering consulting firms
Government agencies and departments
Infrastructure companies
Technology and software development companies
Transport, infrastructure and logistics companies
Utilities companies
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2025
North Ryde Campus
4–6 Eastern Road,
MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY,
New South Wales,
2109, MACQUARIE PARK, Australia
To apply for an undergraduate program, international students will need to have completed one or more of the following academic qualifications:
English language requirements
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Macquarie is in the top 130 of universities globally (QS 2024) and is a leading institution with a strong tradition of innovation and exploration.