Engineering Handbook, 1998: Monash University, Australia

Women in engineering

With women making up over 16 per cent of students enrolled in engineering courses at Monash University, the Women in Engineering Project has two main aims:

to increase the awareness of professional engineering as a rewarding career option for women; and
to provide support for women students enrolled in engineering courses to ensure that their studies are both enjoyable and successful.

The project provides services to school-age girls, their parents and teachers by promoting professional engineering and encouraging students to study the required mathematics and science prerequisites.

The project operates on all three campuses and its activities for current engineering students include a mentor scheme, orientation lunches, social functions, seminars and a newsletter. The project provides opportunities for students to form networks with other women within the faculty.