C04278v1 Master of Engineering (Advanced)

Overview

This course provides an opportunity at master's level for professionally qualified engineers to explore in depth specific engineering aspects by undertaking a substantial research study in a major field of engineering. As part of this course students undertake at least 48 credit points of coursework and a research project of 48 credit points (over a period of one year) under individual academic supervision.

The subjects offered in this course follow an integrated approach to professional practice through compulsory professional engineering subjects, compulsory subjects relevant to the chosen major, an independent engineering graduate project in at least one field of engineering, and a set of electives (any engineering or IT subjects, some with prior approval).

This course is designed to create pathways for eligible students into higher degree by research (HDR) programs such as the Master of Engineering (Research) and the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Students who seek admission into HDR programs still need to go through the relevant assessment process.

Career options

Students who have a basic undergraduate engineering degree are able to enhance their ability and knowledge through master's-level courses in their respective majors, enabling them to gain and hold employment in their respective engineering fields. Students who are currently employed are able to enhance their opportunity to solve engineering problems encountered in their profession and thus may receive commendation for their achievement. There may be opportunities in the research and development areas related to their specific engineering field. Completion of this course may also allow students to further their academic study as part of a higher degree by research program.

Course duration and attendance

This course is offered on a two-year, full-time basis and can also be completed in four years on a part-time basis.

The course is made up of subjects that provide students with flexibility. Classes are usually held in a standard mode (weekly attendance) or in block mode (attend classes only two or three times during the session per subject). Some subjects may be available in distance mode. The research project component is designed in consultation with the academic supervisor and may include attendance in classes, laboratory work or field work as part of a research or industrial project.

Course structure

Candidates complete coursework subjects and an independent engineering graduate project, totalling 96 credit points of study. The project component consists of a preparatory subject and a project (in the area of the major).

Some postgraduate program majors may require students to complete a number of prescribed subjects with or without opportunity for electives. Subjects are selected from postgraduate programs offered by the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology.

A major is granted if subjects and project worth at least 60 credit points are completed within a particular postgraduate program major.

Course program

A typical program for the Civil Engineering major is shown below.

Articulation with UTS courses

Other information

Students enrolled in UTS: Engineering degrees (undergraduate and postgraduate coursework) are advised to direct all their course-related inquiries to: