Master of Engineering (Structures and Forensics)

The Master of Engineering (Structures and Forensics) is designed for engineers seeking specialist knowledge and skills in the emerging field of structural engineering and structural forensics.The program will develop your capability in problem identification, diagnosis and treatment of whole-of-life performance of the built urban environment.

You will be exposed to the global trends and issues facing complex urban settings where design for resilience, safe construction and the reliability of ongoing condition monitoring, retrofitting, capacity enhancement and adaptability require innovative engineering solutions.

While developing specialised expertise in structural engineering, you will be required to work collaboratively with a range of professionals and other stakeholders.

You will apply the specialised expertise to design and conduct research that addresses a practical challenge facing engineers in this field.On completion of the program you will be able to:Apply specialised structural engineering principles in design and construction of the future built environment.

Maintain existing urban infrastructure to be sustainable, healthy and resilient for the benefit of society and the environment.

Engage with the processes of innovation in the context of global change and future challenges confronting the field of structural engineering Take a leading role in researching, developing and evaluating innovative structural solutions and dissemination to engineering and non-engineering professionals and the broader community.The program will prepare graduates for local councils, road authorities, civil infrastructure design consultants, asset managers, designers of industrial and commercial buildings, road infrastructure designers and managers.

It will also provide the opportunity to undertake a PhD by research.The program is delivered in face-to-face mode at the City campus.

All courses listed may not be available each semester.

Year One of Program

Semester One - Complete the following Two (2) Courses:

Select and Complete Two (2) Courses from the following:

Semester Two - Complete the following Two (2) Courses:

Select and Complete One (1) Course from the following:

This program has been discontinued and will have no further intakes.

Entrance requirements for local applicants

Recent Graduates without relevant industry experience:

Engineers Australia accredited four year Bachelor of Engineering degree specialising in Civil Engineering, at AQF8 level, or equivalent, which satisfies Engineers Australia’s Stage 1 competency standards with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0, out of a maximum possible GPA of 4.0.

Experienced Structural Engineers:

Engineers Australia accredited four year Bachelor of Engineering degree, in Civil Engineering or equivalent, which satisfies Engineers Australia’s Stage 1 competency standards and a minimum of one year of relevant industry experience. The grade and discipline will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Entrance requirements for international applicants

Four year International Bachelor of Engineering degree, in Civil Engineering or equivalent, recognised by the Washington Accord, where qualifications are considered equivalent to Australian engineering programs fully accredited by Engineers Australia, with a minimum Grade Point Average of 2.0 out of a maximum possible GPA of 4.0.

If you have a Bachelor of Engineering degree which satisfies the above condition, but the title does not specify the specialisation is in Civil Engineering, you are eligible to apply, provided you have completed relevant Structural Engineering pre-requisites in your undergraduate studies. Such applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

English language requirements

If your four year International Bachelor degree was not taught in English you must undertake an IELTS test and achieve a score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalence web page. https://www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/international-students/apply-to-rmit-international-students/entry-requirements/english-requirements/english-language-proficiency-tests

Over the duration of the program you will develop the ability to: