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Master of Engineering (Electrical Engineering)

Australia's #1 Engineering & Technology Faculty
You have reached the maximum of 6 degrees.
Build upon your electrical engineering understanding and broaden your hands-on experience by exploring a range of areas including electrical and electronic engineering, power systems and signal processing. The Master of Engineering (Electrical Engineering) is ideal if you want to advance your career prospects or maintain accreditation.
Commencing Terms
Term 1, 2 & 3
Duration
2 Year(s)
Delivery Mode
Face-to-face (includes blended)
Campus
Kensington
Codes
Program code 8621
CRICOS code 067604G
Entry Requirements
ATAR/2025 lowest selection rank
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Fees
2025 Indicative first year full fee
$44,000*
2025 Indicative full fee to complete degree
$90,000*
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Overview

The鶹madou Master of Engineering (Electrical Engineering) is a two-year postgraduate degree in the School of Electrical Engineeringand Telecommunications. Designed for students with a Bachelor of Engineering, you’ll gain accreditationfora career inthe future of theelectrical engineeringindustries.

You’ll explore a broad range of areasthat will supportyour successas an engineering graduate, including:

  • Electrical and electronic engineering
  • Renewable energy
  • Power systems
  • Power generation
  • Signal processing
  • Control systems
  • Project management 

The Master of Engineering includes an integrated60 days industrial trainingcomponent and courses to develop your technical knowledge and skills in engineering management, analysis and design to ensure you graduate career-ready and accredited.

You’ll deepen your knowledgein electrical engineeringand broaden yourhands-on experienceas part of a faculty thatchampionsentrepreneurshipand diversity. As part of a world-renowned engineering faculty,you’lltake part inworkthat drivessolutions for a better world. 

Why study this degree at 鶹madou?

When you study electrical engineering at 鶹madou, you’ll join aworld-renowned engineering faculty andthe largest electrical engineering school in Australia.鶹madou Engineering consistently ranks as a top Engineering faculty in Australia and globally. We're ranked 1st in Australia and 31st globally for Engineering and Technology by QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024.

The benefits of studying with the School ofElectricalEngineeringand Telecommunicationsat 鶹madou are vast and include:  

  • Our research has received the maximum 5-star rating as “well above world-class” by the Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) evaluations
  • We’re ranked as the topschool for research in Australia and within the top 50 globally
  • We’ve recently invested $104m into unique laboratory facilities, meaning you gain experience with cutting edge technology andworld-leading research
  • You’ll join a community where diverse perspectivesand entrepreneurshipare celebrated, giving you opportunities totake part in innovative projects and research
Program Code
8621
CRICOS Code
067604G
Campus
Kensington
Total Units of Credit (UOC)
96

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Entry requirements

Admission to this program requires one of the following:

  • 4-year non-accredited (under the Washington Accord) Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with a minimum 65% average; or

  • 3-year Bachelor of Engineering Science degree in a cognate discipline, at least equivalent to the first three years of an Engineering degree accredited under the Washington Accord with a minimum75% average.

A pathway for entry into the program for graduates from both 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degrees in non-cognate disciplines, and 3-year Bachelor of Science degrees, exists via enrolment first into the Bachelor of Engineering (BE) program, where advanced standing (to a maximum of 2 years) may be granted.

Cognate disciplines

Cognate areas include:

  • Communications Engineering
  • Electrical and Automation
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering and Automation
  • Control and Automation
  • Systems and Control
  • Electronic Information
  • Electronics Engineering
  • Mechatronics
  • Optoelectronic Engineering
  • Photonics Engineering
  • Power Electronics
  • Power Engineering
  • Renewable Engineering
  • Telecommunication Engineering
  • Telecommunications

Admission pathways

鶹madou Global has university pathway programs that provide seamless transition to 鶹madou Sydney so you can achieve your academic and career goals. .

English language requirements

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at 鶹madou depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why 鶹madou requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.

If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

Admission to this program requires one of the following:

  • 4-year non-accredited (under the Washington Accord) Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with a minimum 65% average; or

  • 3-year Bachelor of Engineering Science degree in a cognate discipline, at least equivalent to the first three years of an Engineering degree accredited under the Washington Accord with a minimum75% average.

A pathway for entry into the program for graduates from both 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degrees in non-cognate disciplines, and 3-year Bachelor of Science degrees, exists via enrolment first into the Bachelor of Engineering (BE) program, where advanced standing (to a maximum of 2 years) may be granted.

Cognate disciplines

Cognate areas include:

  • Communications Engineering
  • Electrical and Automation
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering and Automation
  • Control and Automation
  • Systems and Control
  • Electronic Information
  • Electronics Engineering
  • Mechatronics
  • Optoelectronic Engineering
  • Photonics Engineering
  • Power Electronics
  • Power Engineering
  • Renewable Engineering
  • Telecommunication Engineering
  • Telecommunications

English language requirements


You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at 鶹madou depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why 鶹madou requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at 鶹madou. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

Check the specific English language requirements for this program

Program structure

The Master of Engineering is atwo-yeardegree, which can be studied part time or full time. In thisdegree you’ll gain a solidbackground in an area of your choice.

The structure of this degree provides the opportunity for students tospecialisein an area of interest while gaining a depth of knowledge across a broad range of topics.This degreeserves as an entry point to move intotheEngineering Profession.

With a strong component of industrial, on-the-job training, our program structure includes:

  • 60 days of industrial training

  • Six disciplinary knowledge courses

  • Five advanced disciplinary knowledge courses

  • Two engineering and technical knowledge courses

  • One design course

  • A research project

Full program structure

Degree structures can vary depending on your specialisation of choice, the number of courses you choose and timetabling, to give you an indication you can consider the below.

In your first yearyou'll study:

  • Disciplinary Knowledge courses,these are introductory courses whereyou’ll learn the fundamentals of your chosen specialisation

  • You may also start studying some of your Advanced Disciplinary Knowledge courseswhere you’ll be able totailor your degree to your interest by selecting courses which align with your career goals.

In the second year, you’ll complete the remainingDisciplinary andAdvanced Disciplinary Knowledgecourses, and study:

  • Engineering and Technical Management courseswhichhelp you build skills in project and or staff management, leadership and strategy. 

  • A design course which is specific to your chosen specialisation– in this course you will be assigned adesign task relevant on an area of your studies.

At the end of your degree you’ll bring together all the Engineering principles you’ve learnt to solvecomplex, open ended problemssuch as the development of a specific design, process and/or the investigation of a hypothesis.

This degree requires you to complete 60 days of Industrial Training, which gives you some on the job experience before graduating,enabling you to develop the essential technical and professional skills, so you thrive in your future career. 

Future careers

Electrical Engineers are highly skilled professionals and thedemand for yourknowledge and skillswillmean you have diverse opportunities for work, across Australia and internationally. 

As you study with the School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications, we’ll work with you to create bespoke development programs that are tailored to your goals.Your hands-on experience as part ofyour practical component will set you up to pursue roles that interest you in the following sectors:

  • Energy systems
  • Control systems
  • Electricity, gas, water and wasteservices
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Microsystems
  • Photonics
  • Transport
  • Manufacturing
  • Construction

Accreditation

Accredited by Engineers Australia and acknowledged by the Washington Accord, the Master of Engineering degree has professional recognition globally. This degree includes a practical component where you’ll apply your knowledge in practical settings through 60 days of approved industrial training in Australia or overseas.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted through ourportal. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term. Some high-demand programs and Faculties with limited places may have an earlier application deadline or commencement date..

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For most international students, applications are submitted viaour  service. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term.

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Fees & Scholarships

2025 Indicative First Year Full Fee
$44,000*
2025 Indicative Full Fee to Complete Degree
$90,000*

*Fees are subject to annual review (or when required) by the University and may vary accordingly.

Indicative fees are a guide only and have been calculated based on the typical enrolment patterns of students undertaking the program. The indicative fees listed here is an estimate for tuition only and excludes non-tuition fees and charges. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year of enrolment, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (48 units of credit (UOC) per year).

You should not rely on indicative fees as fee increases are assessed when required and may exceed the indicative figures listed here. Actual fees are calculated on enrolment. More information on fees can be found at the .

2025 Indicative First Year Fee
$58,000*
2025 Indicative Fee to Complete Degree
$121,000*

*Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only, other fees and charges are not included. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year to enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).

Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at the.

Indicative fees to complete the program have been calculated based on a percentage increase for every year of the program. Fee increases are assessed annually and may exceed the indicative figures listed here.

Indicative fees to complete the program include tuition plus an estimate of study-related costs of approximately $1,000 per year. To find out more about other costs, visit.

Scholarships


At 鶹madou, we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether you’re a domestic or international student, our range of scholarships, prizes and awards can support your journey.

Featured scholarship

The 鶹madou Women in Engineering Research Scholarship was established to assist women of high academic achievement with an interest in a research and/or an academic career in engineering. 鶹madou Engineering offers two Women in Engineering Top-up Scholarships every semester.

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