James Cook University
Master of Professional Engineering
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationMaster basic and advanced engineering subjects, develop professional skills such as risk engineering, asset management, safety in design, business leadership and data analytics, and gain industry experience as required by Engineers Australia.
Graduates will demonstrate in-depth knowledge of advanced engineering methods through their application in engineering practice. These include design processes, whole system approaches, contemporary project management tools, and decision-making strategies.
Gain an understanding of the relevance of engineering in society, with specific reference to practices and priorities for creating sustainable communities and industries in the tropics.
Plan and execute a substantial research-based project by applying advanced laboratory, field or computer techniques to analyse and design solutions to an engineering problem. Gain advanced technical knowledge including an understanding of recent developments in engineering.
Delivery mode
James Cook University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- City Arcade, 383 Flinders Street, Townsville, QLD
- 36 Shields Street, Cairns, QLD
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Completion of a four-year Bachelor of Engineering at AQF Level 7 (or equivalent) in any discipline; or Completion of three years of the Bachelor of Engineering at Xi’an University of Technology (XUT) approved under the JCU-XUT Articulation Schedule only.
Note: Entry for Master of Engineering (Professional) in Water Resource Management; Internet of Things and Data Engineering; and Electrical and Renewable Energy majors require completion of a four-year Bachelor of Engineering at AQF Level 7 (or equivalent) in a discipline cognate to the major.
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 James Cook University
JCU is top for undergraduate and postgraduate job outcomes, ranked #1 in QLD for full-time employment in both study areas by the Good Universities Guide 2023.
We’re also ranked #1 in Australia for median graduate salary for international student graduates, in the QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022.
JCU graduates emerge job-ready with the knowledge, confidence and practical experience to transition straight into the workplace.
