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The information at this site is intended for students who commenced their programs prior to 2009.
For current information please visit the courses and programs website.
Master of Engineering (ME)
Information is valid for students commencing in 2008| Summary | |
| Duration | 1.5 year(s) full-time (or part-time equivalent)
A one year program is available to students who have a four year degree in the same field. Domestic students may undertake the program on a part-time basis. |
| Commencing Semesters |
Semester 1 Semester 2 |
| Program Level | Postgraduate Coursework |
| Faculty |
Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology |
| Campus |
St Lucia |
| 16 or 24 | |
| 5172 | |
| CRICOS Code | 062367M |
| Costs | Average Semester Fee
Domestic full-fee places: $AUD 8650 International student fees: $AUD 12125 These are indicative semester fees based on a full-time enrolment of 8 units per semester. A student's actual tuition fee may vary in accordance with their choice of field of study or electives. The University reviews fees annually. |
| Additional Costs | Students who undertake fieldwork will be required to fund their own travel and living expenses. |
| Closing Date |
Closing date for Domestic Students:
Applications should be lodged through the School of Engineering or School of Information Technology & Electrical Engineering, as indicated by specialisation, with closing dates of:
Closing date for International Students: Applications should be lodged through the International Education Directorate, The University of Queensland.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship |
| Delivery Mode | Internal |
| Minimum Education Requirements | Approved degree |
| Entry Requirements | Bachelors degree in engineering or related field OR Graduate Diploma in Engineering. |
| Availability for International Students | International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact the International Education Directorate. |
| Courses | See the Course list for courses that can be studied as part of this program. |
Careers
Master of Engineering graduates have acquired experience that enables them to cross disciplinary boundaries, and are equipped to take on advanced engineering work. They will have a combination of business, problem solving and interpersonal skills; as well as technical engineering experience that will enable them to understand markets and develop relationships of trust with customers, suppliers, business partners, and to work within teams.Professional memberships
Program information
These challenges create tremendous opportunities for a new generation of engineers. This is the dawn of a new engineering age where engineers are part of the solution at all scales from molecular to global.
The Master of Engineering (ME) degree is a 3-semester (full-time enrolment at #8 per semester) program offered by the School of Information Technology & Electrical Engineering. A 1 year (2 semester) program is offered to students who have a four-year degree in the same field by the School of Engineering and the School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering. Students in this program are taught by staff who are internationally recognised as leading experts in their fields, using state-of-the-art facilities.
Special entry
Plans/Specialisations
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NOTE: Information on this page relates to the Master of Engineering - (#24 program).
There may be other plans in this program not listed here. A search on Master of Engineering should list all plans.
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Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the plan(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
» Electrical Engineering
» Electricity Market
» Software Engineering
» Systems Engineering
Study opportunities
Program requirements
The total units and other specific requirements a student needs to take in order to receive this award. Program requirements should be read in conjunction with the Program rules and General Award Rules. A 4 year entry student is required to obtain 16 units from the ME List; other students are required to obtain 24 units from the ME List. Refer to the ME rules on the University of Queensland website (www.uq.edu.au/study) for further information.
See the Course list for courses that can be studied as part of this program.Program Rules for the Master of Engineering:
The official requirements of the Master of Engineering. The Rules should be read in conjunction with the Program Requirements and the Program List.
- Rules for the Master of Engineering- University Rules
Supplementary information
>Studies are usually on a semester basis. In some cases courses may be presented in a modular short-course format, or through flexible delivery.
>Students who successfully complete the Masters program may progress to research higher degrees, eg. Master of Philosophy (MPhil) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
Faculty
Engineering, Architecture & Information TechnologyContacts for prospective international students
Name: International Recruitment ManagerOnline Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Phone:
Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Contacts
Name: Ms Siu Bit Iball, School of Engineering or Ms Debbie Bertram, School of ITEEEmail: s.iball@eng.uq.edu.au or postgrad_coursework@itee.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 - 3346 8723 (School of Engineering) or 07 - 3365 3840 (School of ITEE)