The good news is you don't have to be a nerd to be an engineer!  You can begin your engineering career right now!!

Take as many math and science courses as you can and gain experience with computers. But don't neglect your English classes - engineers are expected to be able to write technical papers about their work and present their work to other engineers and even their customers.

After obtaining a bachelor's degree, you can either find a job, or attend graduate school and obtain a master's degree (1 1/2 years to 2 1/2 years) or a Ph.D. (approximately 5 years). These are referred to as advanced degrees. They may earn you a promotion or simply help you keep up with new technologies.  If you really want to go all the way - a Ph.D. is needed for most teaching and research positions. Because of the demand for engineers, many companies offer funding and financial assistance to employees seeking additional education. 

 

University

A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is necessary (for most jobs) and is available through a four-year accredited university program.  Specialisation can follow from there with the study of a particular field.  Normal entry is with Year 12 or equivalent with Maths and English and a sound achievement over four semesters.  Training can begin with certificate levels, then moving on to diploma and advanced diploma.  

If you really want to go all the way - a Ph.D. is needed for most teaching and research positions. Because of the demand for engineers, many companies offer funding and financial assistance to employees seeking additional education.

After obtaining a Bachelor's Degree, you can either find a job, or attend graduate school and obtain a Master's Degree (1.5 - 2.5 years) or a Ph.D. (approximately 5 years). These are referred to as advanced degrees. They may earn you a promotion or simply help you keep up with new technologies.