Program Overview

Master of Engineering

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

Throughout the Master of Engineering, you will gain communication, strategic, and project management skills essential to the practicing engineer.

The Master of Engineering is professionally accredited by Engineers Australia, apart from the Management major.

Overview

• The Master of Engineering is a postgraduate degree that aims to equip students with advanced technical and specialist skills in their chosen field of engineering.
• The program is designed to provide students with the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings, enhancing their professional practice and expertise.
• The degree is accredited by Engineers Australia, ensuring that graduates meet the professional standards required in the industry.

Careers

• Architectural Engineer
• Biomedical Engineer
• Civil Engineer
• Computer Architect
• Computer Systems Engineer
• Construction Manager
• Electrical Engineer
• Electronics Engineer
• Environmental Engineer
• Geotechnical Engineer
• Materials Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer
• Mechatronic Engineer
• Mining Engineer
• Network Engineer
• Production Engineer
• Security Engineer
• Software Engineer
• Structural Engineer
• Telecommunications Engineer
• Transport Engineer
• Water Quality Manager

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

• The Master of Engineering and its specializations are professionally accredited by Engineers Australia.
• Excludes the Management specialization.

Admissions Information

• A range of admission options are available for future students.
• The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures and the UOW College Admissions Policy.
• For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

Entry Requirements

• A recognized 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degree with an equivalent average mark of 60%.
• English Language Requirements:
  • IELTS Academic: Overall score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each band.
  • TOEFL (Internet-based): Overall score of 88, with a minimum of 18 in each section.
  • UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Credit (weighted average mark of 65 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing).

Workload

• Full-Time Study Load: As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week, including class time and independent study.
• For more details on course workloads, please refer to the UOW Handbook.

Credit for Prior Learning

• Applicants who have completed a major in their undergraduate degree in the same area as the Master of Engineering course may apply for credit for 24 credit points (one session).
• Applicants with a Bachelor Honours degree in the same area may apply for credit for 48 credit points (one year of full-time study).
• If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

More Detail

Fees

• International Course fees table:
  • Campus: Wollongong
  • Delivery method: On Campus
  • Session fee: $22,152 (2025)
  • Course fee: $88,608 (2025)
• Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative and are based on normal course length and progression.
• These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

Key Dates

• Autumn Session, 2025 at UOW:
  • Application Deadline: See important dates for more information
  • Orientation: Check your campus details
  • Session: 03 March - 27 June 2025
• Spring Session, 2025 at UOW:
  • Application Deadline: See important dates for more information
  • Orientation: Check your campus details
  • Session: 28 July - 20 November 2025
• Autumn Session, 2026 at UOW:
  • Application Deadline: Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete.
  • Orientation: Check your campus details
  • Session start: 2 March, 2026
  • Census date: 31 March, 2026
  • Mid-session recess: 20-24 April, 2026
  • Session end: 25 June, 2026
• Spring Session, 2026 at UOW:
  • Application Deadline: Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete.
  • Orientation: Check your campus details
  • Session start: 27 July, 2026
  • Census date: 31 August, 2026
  • Mid-session recess: 28 September - 2 October, 2026
  • Session end: 19 November, 2026

Specializations

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

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