Postgraduate course information

The Faculty of Engineering at UTS offers postgraduate coursework and research programs that maintain UTS Engineering as an international node providing a wide range of professional development opportunities to engineers and other graduates. In fulfilling these responsibilities, the Faculty draws on its close links with industry to offer distinctive programs that are highly regarded by engineering-dependent enterprises.

In 2004, approximately 140 research students and 750 coursework students were enrolled in the Postgraduate Program.

Details of all postgraduate courses are provided in this handbook. Information is given on the objectives, structure, content and duration of the courses, together with admission requirements and rules governing progression. Information is also provided on teaching and supervisory staff.

Postgraduate award courses may be taken by coursework or research. The Faculty supports research, through its management of postgraduate research, development of research strengths and centres, encouragement of individual researchers and research teams, facilitation of interdisciplinary research, and sponsorship of visits to UTS Engineering by internationally renowned experts.

In addition to award courses, the Faculty provides opportunities for continuing professional development through studies undertaken on a non-award basis.

The following information is intended to assist postgraduates to plan and complete their studies within the Faculty of Engineering. Additional information produced by the Faculty can be obtained on the Internet and from other publications, or by direct inquiry. Inquiries relating to postgraduate studies within the Faculty are always welcome.