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Overview

The Faculty of Engineering offers a two year Masters Degree program. The program comprises streams leading to a Master of Engineering. Flexibility and choice are maintained throughout the two year program by providing many elective courses. It serves as an entry point for students to move into the engineering profession. … For more content click the Read More button below. Civil EngineeringBiomedical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringEnvironmental EngineeringMechanical EngineeringTelecommunicationsMining EngineeringRenewable EnergyPetroleum Engineering The proposed Masters Degree program is designed to enable students to fulfil a number of needs including: Acquiring in-depth knowledge within a chosen discipline.Deeper project experience.Increased technical confidence across selected research discipline(s).Developing and expanding knowledge and skills in engineering management.Providing opportunities for continuing professional development.Providing students with flexible pathways for completion of courses and a master degree qualification.Updating qualifications and knowledge to meet/ maintain professional accreditation standards.

Learning Outcomes

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A respect for, and understanding of, professional engineering practice in the relevant engineering discipline.
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In-depth as well as broad understanding of the relevant specialist body of knowledge.
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Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
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Proficiency in applying engineering techniques, tools, and resources.
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Effective professional communication.
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Proficiency in applying systematic approaches to carrying out engineering design and projects.
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Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the relevant engineering discipline.
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The capacity for application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
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Graduate Capabilities

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Program Structure

Students must complete 96 UOC when taken as a standalone program.

The program structure includes:
- 36 UOC Disciplinary Courses
- 30 UOC Advanced Disciplinary Electives
- 12 UOC Engineering and Technical Management Electives
- 12 UOC Research Project
- 6 UOC Design Course
- 60 days of pre-approved industrial training .

Specialisation Requirements

Industrial Experience

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Sample Programs

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Engineering

Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements

Limitations on Recognition of Prior Learning

For more information about admission requirements for various UNSW programs, visit the following website(s):
Domestic Students
International Student

Program Requirements

Compulsory Training Component

There is a program requirement of 60 days approved Industrial Training.  Students who have already completed 60 days of relevant work experience may apply for exemption from the work experience component of Industrial Training.

Progression Requirements

Progression rules are in accordance with university policy.

For more information on university policy on progression requirements please visit Academic Progression

Professional Outcomes

Accreditations

Engineers Australia

Professional Recognition

Graduates my apply to Engineers Australia for membership. Further information may be found on engineersaustralia.org.au

Recognition of Achievement

Award with Excellence
Current Students Award with Excellence
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The Award with Excellence is awarded in coursework masters programs, including Masters (Extension) but with the exception of Masters (Extended) such as JD and MD, when a Weighted Average Mean (WAM) of at least 80% has been achieved and at least 50% of the requirements of the award are completed at UNSW. All eligible programs will award 'with Excellence' except in special circumstances where approval of Academic Board has been given for a program to opt out.

Additional Information

Computing Requirements

All software required for coursework is provided on the computers in the School computer laboratories. Some students find it advantageous to buy their own computer and software so that they can work at home. Some external courses may require students to own their own computer with Microsoft Office or equivalent. Specialist software packages that are required for external courses will be provided as part of the course pack to students.

Award of Degrees

A student who completes the requirements for the degree shall receive at graduation a testamur for the degree of Master of Engineering.

Program Fees

At UNSW fees are generally charged at course level and therefore dependent upon individual enrolment and other factors such as student's residency status. For generic information on fees and additional expenses of UNSW programs, click on one of the following:

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