Master of Professional Engineering
Overview
Build on your undergraduate studies and undertake industry placement with a Master of Professional Engineering. If you’re an engineer who wants to diversity your career, this course will help you expand upon your current specialisation with contemporary coursework. You’ll further develop your professional management and communication skills, as well as research methods and principles.
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Upgrade your skills
- Demonstrate broad knowledge and skills in engineering professional practice and have high-level advanced knowledge and skills in an engineering specialisation
- Plan and execute a team-based research project in a relevant Engineering topic
- Investigate, analyse and synthesise information relating to complex problems, concepts and theories of professional engineering practice, and to provide solutions to these problems using critical thinking and judgement
Stretch your career further
- Engineer
- Consultant
- Construction
- Local, State and Federal government entities
- Public and private infrastructure owners
Key codes
International student visa
International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.
Strong industry connections and co-creation
Career Success Program (CSP):
The Career Success Program is a key feature of the professional master degree.
The program focuses on career planning and employment readiness through a combination of career coaching, networking opportunities and professional development workshops. The program also prepares students for the Professional Masters Industry Project.
Personalised career coaching:
As a professional master degree student, you will receive personalised career coaching under the guidance of a career management specialist.
You will also be shown how to refine your job applications and interview techniques to help you stand out from other job-seekers.
Employer networking:
The Career Success Program includes networking events the provide you with an in-depth understanding of the Australian job market, the opportunity to build connections with prospective employers and the chance to explore the different avenues that your career could take.
Employability skills development:
A key component of the program is developing skills that will enhance your employability. This includes learning professional communication, presentation and networking skills; developing a personal brand; and learning job search strategies.
Industry project:
The professional master industry projects are designed to provide you with meaningful professional experience. Selected students will be partnered with Australian and global employers (who operate in Melbourne) to work on a project that will add substantial experience to their CV.
Why Swinburne?
Top 20% for PG Skills Development in Australia
Top 20% for PG Teaching Quality in Australia
89.1% of students found employment within 4 months of graduating
Qualifications
The admission requirements for Master of Professional Engineering consist of:
A Bachelor of Engineering degree, or
A Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree, or
A Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of Engineering degree following on from a Bachelor of Engineering degree, or
A qualification deemed to be equivalent to any of the above.
The admission requirements for Master of Professional Engineering consist of:
- A Bachelor of Engineering degree, or
- A Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree, or
- A Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of Engineering degree following on from a Bachelor of Engineering degree, or
- A qualification deemed to be equivalent to any of the above.
Admission requirements
Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. See admission requirements for general information about the admission process.
English language requirements
Satisfactory completion of one of the following:
- IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
- Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 70%, all skills 65% or above
- or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.
Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?
A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) can now be done at our Hawthorn campus.
Credit transfer
Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Recognition of prior learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
How credit points work
To qualify for the Master of Professional Engineering, students must complete 200 credit points as follows:
Your units
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
| Core units | |
|
Technology Management
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
ADM80012 |
|
Engineering Project Management
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
CSM80006 |
|
Principles of Sustainability
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
CVE80010 |
|
Risk Management in Projects and Engineering Industries
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
RSK80006 |
|
Professional Masters Practice of Work
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
EDU80011 |
|
Research Methods
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
ICT80011 |
|
Professional Engineering Entrepreneurship Project
Core unit, 25.0 credit points |
EAT80001 |
|
Professional Masters Industry Project
Core unit, 25.0 credit points |
EAT80002 |
|
Opportunity Discovery, Creativity and Design
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
ENT60009 |
| Elective units | |
|
Leading
Elective unit, 12.5 credit points |
MGT60041 |
|
Engineering Postgraduate Internship
Elective unit, 12.5 credit points |
ENG80003 |
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
|
Professional Skills Development
Compulsory professional skills development unit |
EAT80004 |
Additional elective units from any of the other specialisations offered in the Master of Professional Engineering are also available subject to availability.
Want to see the full range of electives?
Learn about all the electives you can take in the course handbook.
Your specialisation options
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
|
Advanced Concrete Design
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CVE80004 |
|
Strengthening and Monitoring of Structures
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CVE80005 |
|
Finite Element Methods and Applications
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CVE80018 |
|
Structural Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CVE80019 |
|
Bridge Design
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CVE80020 |
|
Building Design Project
Specialisation unit, 25.0 credit points |
CVE80021 |
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
|
Construction Law and Contract Management
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CSM80003 |
|
Systems, Processes and Technologies for Construction
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CSM80011 |
|
Documentation and Information Management with BIM
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CSM80012 |
|
Advanced Scheduling and Visualisation-Based Integrated Project Controls
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CSM80014 |
|
Managing Quality and Safety in Construction Site Operations
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CSM80017 |
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
|
RF Circuit Design Techniques
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EEE80004 |
|
Operation of Power Systems
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EEE80010 |
|
Renewable Energy
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EEE80015 |
|
Virtual Instrumentation
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EEE80021 |
|
Technology Inquiry Project
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
COS60010 |
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
|
Procurement, Tendering and Contracts
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CSM80013 |
|
Advanced Scheduling and Visualisation-Based Integrated Project Controls
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CSM80014 |
|
Introduction to Industry 4.0
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
MEE80003 |
|
Resource Planning and Management
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
MME80001 |
|
Maintenance Management of Buildings and Engineering Assets
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
MME80003 |
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
|
Nanofabrication Technologies
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
ADM80001 |
|
Work Systems in Manufacturing
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
ADM80002 |
|
Surface Engineering
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
ADM80007 |
|
Advanced CAD/CAM
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
ADM80010 |
|
Advanced Manufacturing Processes
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
ADM80013 |
|
Computer Modelling, Analysis and Visualisation
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
ADM80015 |
|
Introduction to Industry 4.0
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
MEE80003 |
|
Manufacturing Systems and Design
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
PDE40001 |
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
|
Technology Inquiry Project
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
COS60010 |
|
Operation of Power Systems
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EEE80010 |
|
Analysis Techniques for Large Scale Power Systems
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EEE80012 |
|
Renewable Energy
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EEE80015 |
|
Design of Smart Power Grids
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EEE80020 |
|
Virtual Instrumentation
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EEE80021 |
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
|
Technology Inquiry Project
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
COS60010 |
|
Robotics in Manufacturing
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
ADM80011 |
|
Intelligent Inspection Systems
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
ADM80014 |
|
Virtual Instrumentation
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EEE80021 |
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
|
Work Systems in Manufacturing
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
ADM80002 |
|
Advanced Manufacturing Processes
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
ADM80013 |
|
Renewable Energy
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EEE80015 |
|
Introduction to Industry 4.0
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
MEE80003 |
2025 fees
Yearly fee* ($AUD)
$39,280
Total fee* ($AUD)
$78,560
2025 fees
Yearly fee* ($AUD)
$49,600.00
Fees are estimates only
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. These fees apply for units studied in 2025 only and may change for units studied in future years. If part-time study is permitted, annual fees will be proportionally lower based on the number of units taken per semester.
Fees are estimates only
The indicative course fees shown apply to international students for the relevant year, based on a standard study load per year. Fees are assessed according to actual study load each semester, with variations to study load resulting in tuition fee adjustments. These fees generally include the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) and are subject to annual review. Enrolled students will receive reasonable notice of any fee changes before payment is due.
How do I pay my fees?
FEE-HELP is a loan given to eligible full-fee paying higher education students to help pay part or all of their tuition fees. The Commonwealth Government pays the amount of the loan directly to Swinburne.
International students need to pay tuition fees up-front by the relevant due date. You can find the due dates on your Statement of Account.
To pay your fees:
- log in to My Finances
- check your Australian bank account details are correct
- check your Statement of Account to see how much you owe
- pay using your preferred payment method.
Eligibility for FEE-HELP
You’re eligible for a FEE-HELP loan if you are studying an undergraduate or postgraduate degree, or UniLink or OUA course at Swinburne, and you:
- are an Australian citizen doing at least one unit of your course in Australia; or
- hold a permanent humanitarian visa and will be living in Australia for the duration of your course; or
- hold a New Zealand Special Category visa and meet the special eligibility requirements for New Zealand citizens
- are undertaking bridging study for overseas trained professionals and will be living in Australia for the duration of this study
- have not exceeded the new combined Help Loan limit.
The HELP limit is the maximum amount you can borrow from the government in your lifetime towards your education costs. It is fixed and cannot be topped up.
Student services and amenities fee
This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.
The fee shown in the capped amount for 2025.
This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.
This amenities fee is included within your annual tuition fee listed above. The fee shown is the capped amount for 2025.
Please refer to the Student Services Amenities Fee page for more information.
SSAF fee* ($AUD)
$365
SSAF fee* ($AUD)
$365
Scholarships
Scholarship applications for 2025 are open. Scholarships at Swinburne are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. We want you to reach your potential and achieve your life and career goals.
Our handy guide will assist you to gather documents for your application.
When you apply for a Swinburne course, we automatically consider you for an international scholarship of up to 20 per cent off your course fees – no separate application required! Just apply for your Swinburne course of choice and when we review your course application, we will also assess you for an international scholarship.
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