Program Overview

Master of Sustainable Infrastructure

The Master of Sustainable Infrastructure is a postgraduate degree that equips students with the skills to implement innovative, sustainable solutions in infrastructure development. This course is designed for students with a recognized undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline, providing a foundation for continued learning.

Course Overview

The Master of Sustainable Infrastructure is a 1.5-year full-time or 3-year part-time course, with two majors: Smart Transport and Mobility, and Water Engineering. The course is delivered at the Gardens Point campus.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the Master of Sustainable Infrastructure, students must have:

• A recognized completed four-year full-time (or equivalent) bachelor degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.00 (on QUT's 7-point scale)
• A recognized completed three-year full-time (or equivalent) bachelor degree in a relevant discipline with at least 2 years of full-time (or equivalent) professional experience in transport engineering or water engineering

Relevant Disciplines

Relevant disciplines for the Smart Transport and Mobility major include:

• Civil engineering
• Electrical engineering
• Environmental engineering
• Environmental science
• Mathematics
• Mechanical engineering
• Physics
• Transport engineering
• Urban and regional planning

Relevant disciplines for the Water Engineering major include:

• Biological science
• Chemical engineering
• Chemistry
• Civil engineering
• Environmental engineering
• Environmental science
• Hydrology
• Mathematics
• Mechanical engineering
• Municipal engineering
• Physics
• Process engineering
• Urban and regional planning

English Language Requirements

Students must meet the minimum English language requirements, which include:

• IELTS Academic: overall 6.5, with no band less than 6.0
• Cambridge English: overall 176, with no band less than 169
• PTE Academic: overall 58, with no band less than 50
• TOEFL iBT: overall 79, with no band less than 16 (reading), 16 (listening), 21 (writing), and 18 (speaking)

Fees

The tuition fees for the Master of Sustainable Infrastructure vary depending on the student's residency status and the year of study. For the 2026 academic year, the fees are:

• Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP): $9,500 per year full-time (96 credit points)
• Full-fee paying: $50,400 per year full-time (96 credit points)

Careers and Outcomes

Graduates of the Master of Sustainable Infrastructure can pursue careers in various fields, including:

• Civil engineer
• Logistics analyst
• Supply chain manager
• Transport engineer
• Transport engineering specialist
• Water engineer

Research Areas

The Master of Sustainable Infrastructure covers research areas such as:

• Smart transport and mobility
• Water engineering
• Sustainable infrastructure development
• Environmental sustainability
• Urban planning and development

Why Choose This Course?

The Master of Sustainable Infrastructure is a unique opportunity for students to develop skills and expertise in sustainable infrastructure development, with a focus on smart transport and mobility, and water engineering. The course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to respond to global challenges and create sustainable solutions for the future.