Master of Engineering

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Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Location
Online
Next start term
Term 3, 2025
Study mode
On Campus, Online
Course code
CV82
First-year fee
$31,980 (2025 Indicative) (FFP)
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Overview

Whether you are a current professional engineer seeking to expand your engineering practice into a new specialisation, or you hold an engineering degree and want to meet the accreditation requirements to practice as a professional engineer in Australia, CQUniversity's Master of Engineering will enhance your career. Enjoy flexible study options and a choice of major that aligns with your interests and career aspirations.

The Master of Engineering will provide you with opportunities to apply deep knowledge and state-of-the-art computational tools and methodologies to solve complex engineering problems through modelling, simulation and predictive analyses. You'll work individually and as part of teams which will help you develop professional skills such as leadership, teamwork and communication. The authentic engineering projects embedded in the course, some with industry mentors, will provide you with deeper insights into engineering practice in the Australian context. 

In your first year, you will study Australian Engineering Practice, core and discipline-specific elective units in:

  • Civil Engineering

  • Electrical Engineering

  • Mechanical Engineering.

To continue in your second year with the industry-accredited Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Majors, you must achieve a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.1 after completing 48 credit points of study. If you meet this requirement, you will complete an individual capstone project over two terms and undertake an internship where you will gain work experience at an engineering organisation. 

If you do not meet this requirement, you will switch to the non-accredited Professional Major at the start of your second year. As part of this major, you will complete a team project over one term. You will also have the option to choose elective units, providing you with the opportunity to receive a Graduate Certificate in Project Management or Graduate Certificate in Information Technology that will improve your graduate employment prospects.

Learn more about each major in the Structure & Availability section below.

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Study Experience

Discover more about your industry-accredited Master of Engineering and how you'll benefit from a 12 week internship and ongoing professional development opportunities throughout your course. Click 'Explore Study Experience' for more information.

  • Industry Accredited
  • Internship
  • Online or On Campus
  • Professional Development
  • Residential Schools
  • Study Full-time or Part-time

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

The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below.

Available Locations

Your Course

You must complete 11 units (96 credits):

  1. 1
    One core unit
  2. 2
    One major (10 units)

Unit Details

The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.

Core Units

You will study the unit listed below.

Civil Major

The Civil Major consists of ten units.

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.

Discipline Units

You will complete the first two units listed below. You will then choose two electives from the following units:

  • Concrete Design (ENEC20001)
  • Steel and Masonry Design (ENEC20002)
  • Advanced Transportation Engineering Design (ENEC20004)
  • Advanced Water Engineering (ENEC20005).
Elective Units

You will choose one 12 credit point* or two six credit point electives from the following list of units:

  • Concrete Design (ENEC20001)*
  • Steel and Masonry Design (ENEC20002)*
  • Advanced Transportation Engineering Design (ENEC20004)*
  • Advanced Water Engineering (ENEC20005)*
  • Project Management Concepts (PPMP20007)
  • Initiating and Planning Projects (PPMP20008)
  • Executing and Closing Projects (PPMP20010)
  • Leading Lean Projects (PPMP20009).
Capstone Project Units

You will complete a major research project over two terms. This will consist of the following two units:

  • Engineering Research Project Planning (ENRP20001)
  • Engineering Research Project Implementation (ENRP20003)
Internship Work Experience and Continuing Professional Development Units

In your third term and last term, you will complete the following two units:

  • Internship Work Experience (ENEP29001)
  • Continuing Professional Development for Engineering Masters Students (ENEP20002).
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Course Planner

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Additional Information

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.
For some units, students enrolled in the Online mode are expected to attend Rockhampton or Melbourne campus to complete laboratory activities.

Internship Work Experience - ENEP29001

Students undertake a 12-week industry experience at a nominated engineering company in the 3rd term of the course. This will account for a minimum of 300 hours of engineering practice. As per Engineers Australia's accreditation requirements, all CV82 students must show proof of having acquired 480 hours of engineering practice. The remaining 180 hours of experience will be acquired through participation in industry seminars, guest lectures by industry experts, workshops etc. throughout their candidature.

If you have completed prior study relevant to units within this course, you may be eligible for credit for your past studies. Learn more about credit and recognition of prior learning.

Requirements

To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements. 

During Your Study

While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies. 

Fees & Scholarships

Indicative First-Year Fee

The Indicative First-Year Fee for a Full Fee Paying (FFP) Place is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (this is usually eight units studied over two terms) and should be used as a guide only. Your actual fees may vary depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Check the Cost per Unit spreadsheet available on our Understanding Course Fees webpage. 

Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Fee estimates for the following year are expected to be available in September each year.

You may be eligible for FEE-HELP, an Australian Government loan scheme that helps eligible students pay their tuition fees. Provided you meet the FEE-HELP eligibility criteria, you can choose to use FEE-HELP to cover all or part of your tuition fees. 

Learn more about paying for university or view the FEE-HELP information booklet on the Australian Government’s Study Assist website.

Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. 

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We believe a quality education can be for everyone – regardless of background, location, or life circumstances. That's why we offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries that can give you a helping hand with a range of expenses and enhance your employability.

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How to Apply

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