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Learning Outcomes

1.
Students will be able to analyse complex information objectively and apply methods to solve complex engineering problems in a professional, ethically aware manner.
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2.
Students will be able to disseminate research results and their implications in professional and public domains.
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3.
Students will demonstrate substantial advanced knowledge in a discipline area with an awareness of existing knowledge and developments in the field.
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4.
Students will be able to carry out research with autonomy, integrity and originality that makes a significant contribution to knowledge in their field.
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Graduate Capabilities

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Available in Program(s)
Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:

Master of Philosophy - MPhil2645 - Engineering

Specialisation Structure
72 Units of Credit:

Students must complete 72 UOC.

Core Courses

Students must take 6 UOC of the following courses.

GSOE9400
6 UOC
Engineering Postgraduate Research Essentials

Disciplinary & Advanced Disciplinary Courses

For lists of Advanced Disciplinary Knowledge and Disciplinary Knowledge courses, consult the streams in Programs 8338 Master of Engineering Science, 8037 Master of Food Science, and 8543 Master of Information Technology.

Research Component

Students undertake a research component over four semesters of full-time study, or the equivalent. The research component will lead to a thesis which embodies the result of an original investigation, design or engineering development.

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