Master of Engineering
| Duration | 2 years full-time, 4 years part-time |
| Location | Melbourne and Rockhampton |
| Next start term | Term 3, 2023 |
| Internship | Yes |
| Study mode | On Campus |
| Course code | CV82 |
| CRICOS | 088196M |
Overview
The Master of Engineering allows you the opportunity to develop professional skills such as teamwork and communication while applying and further developing the theoretical knowledge you gained in your undergraduate study. If you are a practicing engineer, this is a versatile course that allows you to extend or expand your engineering practice.
This course begins with an introduction to Australian engineering practice, providing the opportunity to apply discipline knowledge and skills in an authentic project, in some cases with an industry mentor, and will help to prepare you for engineering practice. You will then complete an internship of a minimum of 300 hours to gain work experience required to meet the accreditation requirements of the course. If you have significant and recent engineering experience (at least 480 hours) you may opt out of this unit and choose an elective unit as an alternative.
Depending on your choice of elective units, you will study one or two units from topics including sustainability, mining, project management and rail providing the opportunity to contextualise your learning to your current or preferred industry. Finally, you will complete a major research project that will demonstrate your ability to work as a professional engineer.
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“I chose to study at CQU because I wanted to work as a professional engineer. Being a recipient of the Australia Awards Scholarship was a wonderful opportunity. There was a lot I wanted to change in terms of women in engineering and the issues we face in my country.
Eunice Eva
Papua New Guinea | Master of Engineering
“I undertook a 12-week internship during my course, which gave me a lot of confidence to improve my performance and professional skills. I had an opportunity to work on various civil engineering projects. It has helped me to utilise my knowledge in real-world applications.
Yogesh Goyal
Master of Engineering (Civil) I India
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CQU is very well connected with manufacturing companies in Australia. Through this, it was easy for me to get an internship placement and upon completion, I was offered a job. CQU has broadened my vision on what I can become as an engineer in manufacturing, mining and teaching sectors.
Shibirajan MD
Master of Engineering I India
“My 12-week internship taught me real-life engineering practice and how to implement the theoretical engineering knowledge. I enhanced my technical, communication and time management skills. I would encourage students not to miss this internship opportunity provided.
Jayita Nandi
Nepal | Master of Engineering
Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of the Master of Engineering, you will be recognised as a graduate professional engineer in Australia. As an engineer, you will realise career opportunities in a wide range of industries including energy, infrastructure, resources.
Possessing a Masters qualification will enhance your employability and elevate you above your engineering peers.
Structure & Availability
COURSE STRUCTURE
You are required to complete a total of eight units plus a major research project (96 units of credit) to be awarded the Master of Engineering. You will have the option of the following majors:
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
All international students, regardless of previous experience, will be required to complete an internship in Australia in order to give them the experience of working in Australia in an engineering workplace:
Students who complete the full-time internship will be deemed to have satisfied the Engineers Australia requirements
Students who complete a part-time internship will have to make up the remaining hours in other professional practice activities. Engineers Australia has indicated this is acceptable to them but we will require students to provide a log in the university required format of these activities.
Please note that students who have not completed the requisite work experience will not be able to graduate from the course.
UNIT INFORMATION
For information on the units, you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.
CREDIT TRANSFER INFORMATION
If you have already completed study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.
On-Campus Availability
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| Term 3, 2023 | Melbourne, Rockhampton |
| Term 1, 2024 | Melbourne, Rockhampton |
| Term 2, 2024 | Melbourne, Rockhampton |
| Term 3, 2024 | Melbourne, Rockhampton |
Civil major
Within this major, you will enhance your project management skills, stakeholder engagement and leadership capabilities through a civil engineering lens. Plus, your ability to create solutions to complex civil engineering systems will be heightened, as will your sustainable development aptitude.
Electrical major
Within this major, you will enhance your project management skills, stakeholder engagement and leadership capabilities through an electrical engineering lens. Plus, your ability to create solutions to complex electrical engineering systems will be heightened, as will your sustainable development aptitude. You will also design and analyse advanced power, communication and control systems according to industry standards.
Mechanical major
Within this major, you will enhance your project management skills, stakeholder engagement and leadership capabilities through a mechanical engineering lens. Plus, your ability to create solutions to complex mechanical engineering systems will be heightened, as will your sustainable development aptitude. You will also design and analyse complex dynamic, thermofluid and control systems according to industry standards.
Professional Practice - Engineers Australia
Mechanical Major
The CV82 Master of Engineering course is fully accredited by Engineers Australia https://www.engineersaustralia.org.au/ Graduates are recognised as professional engineers and are eligible for Graduate membership with EA.Professional Practice - Engineers Australia
Electrical Major, Civil Major
The CV82 Master of Engineering course is fully accredited by Engineers Australia https://www.engineersaustralia.org.au/ Graduates are recognised as professional engineers and are eligible for Graduate membership with EA.Internship Work Experience - ENEP20001
Students are required to complete 480 hours (including a minimum of 240 hours of industry experience) of Engineering Professional Practice prior to graduation.
Requirements
Recommended study
Students are advised to choose a major and stream which is consistent with their undergraduate studies. If in any doubt students are advised to contact the course adviser.
It is recommended that full-time students enrol in 24 credit points per term, and part-time students enrol in 12 credit points per term.
To be eligible for entry into this course, applicants must hold:
- A completed three year Bachelor of Engineering, or equivalent, with an aligned engineering major, from a recognised tertiary institution. Degrees completed without standard engineering majors (Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical) will be assessed for compatibility with the master's course on a case by case basis by the School.
English Language Proficiency Requirements
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.
Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion within the last 5 years of:
- A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
- Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years full-time with a minimum overall GPA 4.0
completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:
- An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.5 with a minimum 6.0 for Reading and Writing and 6.0 for Speaking and Listening, or
- An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
International Students should visit http://www.cqu.edu.au/international for further information.
Each student will be assessed individually.
Fees & Scholarships
2023 Indicative Fees
| Fee Type | Fees |
|---|---|
| International Indicative First Term Fee | A$18,120 |
| International Indicative First Year Fee | A$36,240 |
Please note the following important information:
- Fees are in Australian dollars (A$).
- Fees are indicative only and do not cover additional costs such as textbooks, accommodation, visa applications, OSHC, general living etc.
- Fees are based on a full-time study load and the final fee payable will be determined by your selection of units and if any credit was awarded for recognition of prior learning.
- The University reserves the right to amend fees at any time during the course. Fees are reviewed yearly and may increase in the following year to enable CQUniversity to continue to provide quality services and facilities to students.
- Courses are subject to change at the discretion of the University.
- It is your responsibility to make yourself aware of the entry requirements and prerequisites of the courses you wish to undertake.
- The typical annual fee shown provides an estimate of the tuition fees for the first year of the course in the same academic year. This estimate assumes a full-time study load of 4 units per term (based on two terms).
- Students not on an Australian student visa can only undertake courses online from an overseas location.
- Courses undertaken online may be studied on a full-time or part-time mode.
- International students studying on-campus in Australia may take no more than 33 per cent of their entire course by online education, and this option cannot be taken in its entirety during a compulsory term (Term 1 and Term 2).
Please refer to our international course fees page.
We offer a range of scholarships to support international students and encourage you to apply for one that's right for you.
How to apply
Our easy to use online application system for international students will guide you through the process of applying for a course at CQUniversity Australia.
