Master of Professional Engineering (Accelerated) (Geomechanical)
Program Overview
This accelerated Master of Professional Engineering (Geomechanical) program equips engineers with advanced technical skills, professional development, and practical industry experience. Graduates are eligible for accreditation in Australia and internationally and can pursue careers in diverse fields such as site investigation, foundation design, and offshore engineering. The program includes 12 core units, elective options, project work, and a professional practice component.
Program Outline
Careers:
Career paths for geomechanical engineering graduates include:
- investigating sites
- designing foundations
- planning and designing of road, rail and canal cuttings
- offshore work investigating and designing cable routes, and
- design of landfills for society's waste products.
Other:
- Areas of study include environmental geotechnics, rock engineering, civil engineering and engineering behaviour of soils.
- You will complete:
- 12 x core units
- 1 x elective unit
- 1 x specialist elective unit
- a minimum of 2 x project or research pathway units
- This course has a professional practice component that is usually undertaken over 12 weeks.
- This course requires you to complete 420 work hours.
- We're ranked 25th globally for engineering and computer science (2023 Shanghai Ranking of Academic Subjects).
- We are a top 20 university globally (2025 QS World University Rankings)
- Access to more than 1200 industry, not-for-profits and government partners to gain real-world work experience before you graduate.
- This course is accredited by Engineers Australia.
The University of Sydney
Overview:
The University of Sydney is a renowned institution of higher learning located in Sydney, Australia. It is known for its strong research focus and diverse academic programs.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
Key Reasons to Study There:
Academic Programs:
The University of Sydney offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses across various fields of study, including:
- Architecture, Design and Planning
- Arts and Social Sciences
- Business
- Economics
- Education and Social Work
- Engineering and Computer Science
- Law
- Medicine and Health
- Music
- Science
Other:
The University of Sydney is actively involved in research, tackling global challenges and developing new solutions. It boasts over 150 research centers and networks, making it a leading research university worldwide. The institution also publishes numerous articles and books annually, showcasing the expertise of its academics.
- You may need to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study with us.
