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Master of Engineering Professional
University of the Sunshine Coast
- Petrie, Australia
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Master of Engineering (Professional) is a 2-year full-time program at UniSC Moreton Bay (192 units).
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Understand foundational and advanced concepts in Engineering (Professional)
- Apply relevant disciplinary methods and ideas
- Analyse questions and evidence in the field
- Communicate findings clearly
- Connect theory with projects or applied work where offered
Career outcomes
- Chief engineer
- Consulting engineer
- Design engineer
- Energy infrastructure manager
- Industrial engineering
- Infrastructure manager
- Innovation manager
- Research and development engineer
- Sustainability manager
- Sustainable design specialist
Curriculum
- 192-unit program over 2 years. Courses include Engineering Project Management Principles
- Engineering Contracts and Procurement
- Professional Practice
- Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Integrative Group Project
- Risk Engineering. Full-time load is about 96 units a year.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Recognised bachelor degree or higher; some programs add prior study
- Work experience or professional requirements. Research master: bachelor GPA 5.0/7 or Honours IIB.
Accepted academic background
Recognised bachelor degree (three-year or equivalent) or higher, Some programs add prior study, Work experience or professional requirements
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 (min 6.0 each band)
- TOEFL iBT 85 (writing 21)
- PTE Academic 58 (no subscore below 54)
- Cambridge C1 Advanced/C2 177 (min 169 each skill)
Documents you’ll need
- Academic qualification documents
- Evidence of English language proficiency
- Program-specific supporting documentation where applicable
How to apply
- Check the entry and English requirements and the academic calendar. Apply through the UniSC International Application Portal or through a registered UniSC agent. Application fee. Upload certified copies of transcripts and certificates and English evidence with certified translations where needed. Some programs add a personal statement and interview or portfolio (see the program page). After the offer and Student visa applicants receive a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and apply for the Student visa. Deferral before the start date needs approval. Classes start in the trimester or session shown on the program page.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $39,900 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | UniSC Moreton Bay |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Science, Technology and Engineering |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 192 |
| Study pace | Standard |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | University of the Sunshine Coast offers a limited range of scholarships and bursaries. Eligibility depends on citizenship or fee status and the specific study program. International students should check the current UniSC scholarship conditions because many general awards have domestic-only requirements. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
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Program starts
July 2027
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Program starts
November 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $39,900 AUD per year. The estimated living cost is $24,700 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 (min 6.0 each band), TOEFL iBT 85 (writing 21), PTE Academic 58 (no subscore below 54), Cambridge C1 Advanced/C2 177 (min 169 each skill).

