Griffith University
Master of Professional Engineering
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Master of Professional Engineering is for aspiring engineers who want to obtain accredited qualifications to practise as an engineer in Australia and overseas, or for existing professional engineers to move into a different field of engineering. The program focuses on the knowledge and skills required to design solutions and manage engineering projects in a holistic way. For those from a science, environmental science or computing background who want to change careers to become an engineer, the Graduate Diploma of Engineering Science provides a pathway to the Master of Professional Engineering.
Delivery mode
Griffith University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Parklands Dr, Southport, QLD
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To be eligible for admission to the Master of Professional Engineering, a student must hold:
- a three-year Engineering degree (for example, Bachelor of Engineering Science or Bachelor of Engineering Technology or equivalent) in a cognate discipline; OR
- a three-year post-secondary Diploma of Engineering from a recognised tertiary institution in a cognate discipline AND a completed 40 credit point Masters Qualifying Program (Engineering) from Griffith College;
AND must have a GPA of no less than 5.0 on a 7-point scale (or a weighted average mark of 65 per cent).
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:
- A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
- OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL
- OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
- OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
- OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
- OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.
English test results must be no more than two years old.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Master of Professional Engineering will prepare you for the following roles.
Civil Engineer
A Civil Engineer designs and creates structures that serve the community. They use science to build everything from buildings and bridges to dams a...
Structural Engineer
A Structural Engineer designs and examines a range of structures including buildings, utility facilities and roads and bridges. You might conduct t...
Geotechnical Engineer
A Geotechnical Engineer analyses soil, rock, and groundwater to support safe construction projects. Key duties include site investigations, designi...
Construction Engineer
A Construction Engineer oversees the planning, design, and execution of construction projects. You might work on various types of infrastructure, i...
Transport Engineer
A Transport Engineer plans, designs, and manages transportation systems and infrastructure. You might work on roads, railways, airports, or public...
Mechanical Engineer
A Mechanical Engineer typically works in a plant to oversee mechanical operations. It is a broad occupation and may involve working with combustion...
Maintenance Engineer
A Maintenance Engineer services production plant, machinery and equipment. You might conduct scheduled maintenance or attend to problem issues as t...
Mechatronics Engineer
Mechatronics Engineers play a key role in industries that utilise technology. This occupation uses Electrical, Mechanical and Computer Science to d...
Electrical Engineer
Electrical Engineers are responsible for designing, building and maintaining electrical systems. This can involve working with mobile phone technol...
Power Systems Engineer
A Power Systems Engineer designs and maintains infrastructure used for power supply. You’ll plan power generation and distribution systems and ensu...
Environmental Engineer
An Environmental Engineer works to develop solutions to environmental problems, focusing on sustainability, pollution control, and waste management...
About Griffith University
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