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Master of Engineering Science (Water, Wastewater and Waste Engineering)

The Master of Engineering Science in Water, Wastewater and Waste Engineering is a 2-year full-time postgraduate degree that promotes flexible learning at Australias leading engineering faculty. Its designed for students who already have a four-year accredited engineering degree and want to broaden their job prospects through cross-training, re-training, or specialization.

Overview

This degree is taught through the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, at UNSW Engineering. As a global top 20 university, UNSW is guiding the future leaders of science and engineering in Australia and overseas. The university is ranked #1 in Australia and #25 globally for Engineering and Technology.

Why Study at UNSW?

• We offer a constantly expanding network of engineering industry contacts and partnerships.
• Were leaders in research and teaching excellence both locally and internationally.
• We're ranked #1 in Australia and #25 globally for Engineering and Technology.
• We're known as the leading Civil and Environmental Engineering school ranked #1 in Australia for Civil and Structural Engineering.
• Each year our researchers work with over 100 industry and government organisations on industry and community-related projects.
• Our Alumni are consistently high contributors to Engineers Australias Top 100 list of Most Influential Engineers.
• UNSW is known for its graduate employability, with UNSW awarded the Most Employable students for six years in a row.

Program Details

• Program Code: 8338
• CRICOS Code: A
• Campus: Kensington
• Total Units of Credit (UOC): 96
• Duration: 1 - 2 Years
• Delivery Mode: Face-to-face (includes blended)

Entry Requirements

Entry into the Masters program requires completion of a 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent) or 3-year Engineering Science degree in any engineering discipline. A minimum 65% average, or its equivalent, throughout the qualifying bachelors degree is mandatory.

Recognition of Prior Learning (Credit Transfer)

Recognition of Prior Learning is the transfer of credit towards your program from previous study. If you have relevant previous study experience, you may be eligible for credit points that would enable you to complete your Master of Engineering Science in as little as one year, or another accelerated option listed below dependent on your previous study.

• 1 year program: A 4-year Bachelor Degree with honours (AQF Level 8 equivalent) from any institution from any engineering discipline.
• 1.3 year program: A 4-year Bachelor Degree with honours (AQF Level 8 equivalent) from any institution in any engineering discipline.
• 1.7 year program: A 3-year Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7 equivalent) from any institution from any engineering discipline.

English Language Requirements

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments, and examinations.

What Will I Study?

When you choose to study a Master of Engineering Science, youll choose from one of 26 specializations which will help you make your next career move. Within these specializations, your study will include:

• Enquiry-based courses
• Disciplinary courses
• Engineering and Technical Management Courses

Future Careers

Graduates of this degree have many professional opportunities available to them, including becoming a Water Treatment Specialist with a public water utility like Sydney Water or a consulting company. Career opportunities include roles in:

• Coastal, ocean, and estuarine engineering and management
• River flow, floodplain management, and catchment hydrology
• Groundwater research and management
• Civil engineering hydraulics
• Offshore renewable energy
• Environmental studies and climate change adaptation
• Wetland Restoration

Fees & Scholarships

Commonwealth Supported Place

• 2026 Indicative CSP First Year Fee: $9,500
• 2026 Indicative CSP Fee to Complete Degree: $19,000

Full Fee

• 2026 Indicative First Year Full Fee: $61,000
• 2026 Indicative Full Fee to Complete Degree: $127,000

At UNSW, we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether youre a domestic or international student, our range of scholarships, prizes, and awards can support your journey.