Professional Engineering

Be inspired and take the lead with a Master of Professional Engineering.

Whether you've completed undergraduate studies in engineering or in another field, the Master of Professional Engineering is the key to a career as an internationally recognised professional engineer.

In this masters program you'll specialise in engineering technical, research and professional units and undertake design and research projects, blending theory and practice.

This course is designed for students who have completed undergraduate studies and are seeking an internationally recognised engineering qualification* to practice as a professional engineer in Australia and other Washington Accord countries.

The course is structured in five parts, A, B, C, D, and E. All students complete part B, C, D, and E. Depending on prior qualifications, you may receive credit for Part A (foundation studies).

Part A. Engineering foundation knowledge and application (48 points)

These units will provide you the foundational skills and knowledge of your chosen engineering discipline.

Part B. Engineering specialist knowledge and application (48 points)

These units will provide you with specific and contemporary learning required for your chosen area of profession. You will gain in-depth knowledge of the engineering specialisation and develop skills to identify and apply your understanding of the contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.

Part C. Enhancement learning (24 points)

In these studies, you will complete technical units aimed at deepening or adding breadth of knowledge and practices around your specialisation. You will develop a multidisciplinary approach in your field of engineering.

Part D. Research and knowledge skills (18 points)

The focus of these studies is professional inquiry. You will address the challenges and opportunities of using and evaluating research evidence in professional practice

Part E. Professional practice (6 points)

These units will develop your skills in readiness for the engineering workplace. You will develop skills in effective team membership and team leadership and the legal responsibilities of engineers.

Qualifications

Depending on prior qualifications:

Entry level 1:

Duration: 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time (144 points to complete) A bachelor’s degree (equivalent to an Australian undergraduate degree) with prior studies in mathematics (including linear algebra and calculus), and physics or chemistry as related to the specialisation sought for admission, with at least 65% (Australian equivalent) weighted average. Applicants must have successfully completed a minimum of 2 units in each prerequisite (mathematics and physics or chemistry (for Chemical Engineering only).

Entry level 2:

Duration: 2 years full-time, 4 years part-time (96 points to complete) A three or four-year Bachelor of Engineering degree in a discipline as determined by the Faculty to be relating to the specialisation study within the Master course, with at least 65% (Australian equivalent) weighted average.

Applicants who hold a three-year Engineering Technologist degree at least equivalent to the first three years of a related Engineering degree accredited under the Washington Accord may be considered also.

Your qualifying undergraduate degree must have been completed within 10 years of the proposed commencement of the masters program.

English requirements

Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

Learning outcomes

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 9 and Monash Graduate Attributes.

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:

1.

Assess and critically appraise current developments and advanced technologies to determine and proficiently apply the relevant sciences and scientific methods in a specialist engineering practice area, to design and critically analyse solutions to complex problems.

2.

Analyse, address and synthesise the constraints posed by economic factors, safety considerations, environment impacts and professional standards on engineering practice and use them to inform professional judgements.

3.

Research, analyse and proficiently apply theoretical and numerical analysis of phenomena to predict, design, control and optimise the performance of complex engineering systems.

4.

Research, identify, conceptualise, investigate, and interpret knowledge from modern engineering tools and techniques to systematically synthesise a coherent approach to designing a solution of a problem and/or the project.

5.

Critically evaluate and appraise the performance of an engineering system in terms of economics, safety and the social and physical environment, and implement and justify approaches to minimise any adverse impact leading to sustainable development.

6.

Demonstrate the ability to proficiently apply a systems approach to the design cycle, addressing the broad contextual constraints, leading to sustainable development.

7.

Demonstrate the ability to proficiently apply project management tools and methodologies to the planning and execution of projects leading to engineering solutions of a professional standard.

8.

Design and implement creative and innovative approaches to problem-solving.

9.

Demonstrate the ability to reflect, communicate and operate effectively and professionally within a team environment (with peers, associates, clients and the general public) on both technical and general issues.

10.

Demonstrate the ability to draw on, plan, organise and utilise resources in a systematic and professional manner.

11.

Commit to engaging in lifelong learning and professional development.

12.

Value the commitment to the highest ethical standards, legal responsibilities and orderly professional conduct to the community, engineering profession and the industrial and business world.