Master of Engineering (Environmental) New
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Environmental engineers design sustainable solutions for meeting society’s needs. They build and improve the infrastructure and systems underpinning modern life, without compromising our environment or future generations.
This intensive degree is suited to high-achieving engineering graduates, as well as engineers with relevant work experience. It is fully accredited by Engineers Australia .
What will you do?
Our Master of Engineering (Environmental) comprises a foundation year and an advanced studies year. You will:
- practise advanced environmental engineering analysis and design
- study environmental science and engineering principles
- pursue specialist topics according to your interests and career goals
- build communication and project management skills
- undertake a significant research project.
Where could it take you?
You might manage coastal erosion, develop policy on energy futures or come up with large-scale recycling schemes. You could supervise major urban water projects. Perhaps you’ll design high-speed railways or help with the construction of Australia’s next state-of-the-art sporting facility.
Entry Requirements
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Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | 3CM279 |
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| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | February and July |
Selection Criteria
| Higher Education Study | A completed four-year Bachelor of Engineering degree in the field of Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering or Environmental Engineering or equivalent in a related discipline, with a minimum GPA of 4.5. Graduates of a Bachelor of Engineering from the 成人大片 or another institution whose program is equivalent to an AQF level 8 honours program and accredited under the Washington Accord, will be eligible to be considered for credit allowing them to complete the master's program in less than two years, with a minimum of one year of full-time study. |
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Fees and Scholarships
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Domestic applicants
| Indicative annual tuition fees |
Australian Full-fee place: $45,500
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FEE-HELP
This is an Australian full-fee program. As a domestic student you may be eligible to:
- receive a zero interest government assistance package to cover your course fees and
- use over $100,000 in HELP assistance over your lifetime
Scholarships
Scholarships are not only for high achievers鈥攖hey are also available to provide students with an equal opportunity to study at university, no matter where they live or what their financial situation might be.
Scholarships are available to both new and continuing students. We encourage students to apply for any scholarships for which they may be eligible.
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Careers
Career Readiness
With the skills to plan, manage and assess the effects of major engineering projects on the natural and built environment, environmental engineers should also be able to solve the associated environmental problems. In addition to environmental engineers, graduates may also find employment in a wide range of areas and organisations including multinational companies, government departments, small and large manufacturers, private consulting engineering practices and the defence, energy and information technology industries.
Some of the more common careers include water resources engineers, coastal engineers, geotechnical engineers, and transportation and highways engineers.
The 成人大片 Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
The 成人大片 Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Professional Accreditation
The Master of Engineering (Environmental) is fully accredited by .
Potential careers
Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:
Catchment Management; Natural Resource Manager; Environmental Engineer; Water Resources Engineer; Seismologist; Harbour / Water Engineering; Hydrologist; Coastal Engineer; Engineer
Degree Structure
Academic Program Rules
The is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
To qualify for the Master of Engineering (Environmental), the student must complete satisfactorily a program of study consisting of the following requirements with a combined total of not less than 48 units, comprising:
- Core courses to the value of 12 units
- Foundation and elective courses to the value of 24 units
- A Research Project to the value of 12 units
- A total of 12 weeks practical experience approved by the Faculty and of which a minimum 6 weeks should be under the supervision of a professional engineer. Students who have previously completed an approved 12 week period of practical experience are exempt from this requirement. Students will need to enrol in ENG 7110 Internship PG course (0 units) to complete this requirement.
- International students with an IELTS overall score less than 8.0 are required to enrol in ENG 7057 Communication & Critical Thinking as one of their core courses.
Example Study Plan
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Core courses Students must complete all of the following: |
and courses to the value of 3 units from the following:
or Postgraduate courses to the value of 3 units offered within the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology for which the student meets the prerequisites. |
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Foundation Students must complete all of the following: |
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Electives Students must complete four of the following (12 units): |
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Research Project Students must complete all of the following: |
All courses are 3 units unless stated otherwise.
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Last updated: Thursday, 5 Dec 2024