Master of Engineering

The Master of Engineering delivers expert skills and applied competencies required for the professional engineer.It is designed to train and enhance professional practice, advance technical and specialist skills, and provide an opportunity to put theory into practice with applied projects and research.

The degree also delivers communication, strategic and project management skills essential to the practising engineer.UOW is a member of the Group of Eight (Go8) Deans of Engineering and Associates, in recognition of being among the top Australian engineering faculties.

This achievement is a direct result of our world class reputation in teaching and research.The Master of Engineering is professionally accredited by Engineers Australia, apart from the Management specialisation.

Students in the Master of Engineering must complete the requirements of one of the following specialisations, to a total of 96 credit points:

• Management
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Materials Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechatronic Engineering
• Mining Engineering
• Telecommunications Engineering

Previously this degree offered specialisations in Asset Management, and Innovative Manufacturing. Please note that from 2020 these two specialisations will no longer be offered.

Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:

CLO Description 1 Research and synthesise key information, and apply expert judgement in engineering design and project planning. 2 Interpret information and communication knowledge, ideas and procedures to both expert and non-expert audiences. 3 Employ independent learning strategies to update own knowledge in the field and keep pace with innovations in engineering techniques, industry trends and standards.