The University of Queensland

Master of Engineering Science

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Interested in strengthening your capacity to design, develop, and implement complex systems and engineering projects? This program offers flexibility across a range of engineering disciplines, so you can develop your technical expertise in areas specific to your career aspirations.

The Master of Engineering Science is designed for applicants with a background in engineering. You will have an engineering degree and you will take one year of study to develop technical skills in-depth.

Benefit from a program that offers a flexible study plan. Because the Master of Engineering Science has such a large number of fields and courses to choose from, you can tailor your studies to suit your interests, your industry, or your career goals.

Your future is in industry – as a professional engineer with deeper technical skills in your engineering field.

Delivery mode

The University of Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 280-284 Sir Fred Schonell Dr, St Lucia

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

To be eligible for entry, you'll need:

  • a 4-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline (see below), or
  • a 4-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in engineering which includes all of the relevant discipline content.

You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $8,948 $51,200 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$8,948
Standard Tuition:
$51,200
Full Fee Tuition:
$8,948
Full Fee Tuition:
$51,200
Enquire with The University of Queensland to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $8,948 $51,200 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Master of Engineering Science will prepare you for the following roles.

Renewable Energy Engineer

Renewable Energy Engineers work on designing and developing systems that will harness renewable energy for different purposes. Renewable energy sou...

Avg yearly income $88,400
Entry barriers Low

Research and Development Engineer

A Research and Development Engineer creates and tests new technologies and solutions to meet industry needs and advance innovation. You might work...

Avg yearly income $85,800
Entry barriers Low

Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers design, install, and update networked computer systems — including operating systems, application software, and system management...

Avg yearly income $106,600
Entry barriers Low

Engineering Consultant

An Engineering Consultant provides advice on major construction and civil works projects. You might monitor project progress and identify potential...

Avg yearly income $122,200
Entry barriers Low

About The University of Queensland

The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions. We strive for excellence through the creation, preservation, transfer and application of knowledge. For more than a century, we have educated and worked with outstanding people to deliver knowledge leadership for a better world.

Our core purpose is to deliver for the public good through excellence in education, research and engagement with our communities and partners: local, national and global.

At UQ, we offer rich and varied educational experiences that are designed to foster a sense of belonging, while equipping our students to be leaders within their field with the agility to thrive in a global environment.