Big Engineering Goals? Start Here.
Build your skills, explore engineering and get ready for what comes next.
12 Weeks | Blended Learning | 2027 Intake
Receive a CTU Training Solutions Certificate of Completion.
Your Starting Point for Engineering
Thinking about engineering, but not sure what to expect?
CTU’s Engineering Foundation is a 12-week study-readiness programme that helps you build confidence, develop practical skills and prepare for further occupational engineering studies.
You’ll explore engineering concepts, digital tools, CAD, workplace skills and study habits while getting a better idea of where engineering could take you.
Start Prepared, Not Overwhelmed
Build Your Confidence
Get familiar with engineering concepts, terminology and study expectations before taking on more advanced learning.
Learn by Doing
Gain exposure to digital tools, Computer-Aided Draughting and engineering-related projects.
Develop Real-World Skills
Build communication, teamwork, project-planning and professional skills for your studies and future workplace.
Explore Your Direction
Learn more about engineering careers and possible electrical or mechanical study pathways before choosing your next step.
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Could This Be Your Next Step?
Engineering Foundation could be a good fit if:
- You’re finishing Grade 12 and thinking about engineering
- You want to feel more prepared for tertiary studies
- You’re interested in technical and practical learning
- You want to build stronger digital, workplace and study skills
- You’re still exploring which engineering direction may suit you
- The standard applicant profile includes Mathematics or Technical Mathematics and Physical Science or Technical Science.
Electrical or Mechanical? Explore Before You Choose.
You don’t need to have your whole future mapped out yet.
Engineering Foundation introduces you to shared engineering concepts and career possibilities before you choose a possible direction.
Engineering Foundation
Explore Your Interests and Build Your Skills
Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
Frequently Asked Questions
- Good to Know
What is Engineering Foundation?
It’s a 12-week programme that helps you prepare for occupational engineering studies through technical, digital, workplace and study-readiness skills.
Is it an engineering qualification?
No. Engineering Foundation is a study-readiness programme. It leads to a CTU Training Solutions Certificate of Completion, not an accredited engineering qualification.
How will I study?
The programme uses blended learning, combining online learning with facilitated support.
Do I need to choose electrical or mechanical engineering now?
No. The programme gives you an opportunity to explore shared engineering concepts before deciding on a possible direction.
What subjects do I need?
The standard applicant profile includes Mathematics or Technical Mathematics and Physical Science or Technical Science. Applications remain subject to the applicable admission requirements.
Let’s Chat About Your Engineering Future
- Complete the form and a CTU consultant will contact you to discuss the programme, entry requirements and your possible study options.
Engineering Foundation is a study-readiness programme and not an accredited engineering qualification or professional designation. Successful completion leads to a CTU Training Solutions Certificate of Completion. Admission, progression and recognition of completed learning remain subject to accreditation, the applicable programme requirements and CTU’s approved academic processes. Programme commencement is subject to minimum enrolment requirements.
