Graduate Certificate or Diploma of Mechanical Engineering overview
Graduate certificates and diplomas of mechanical engineering are available to gain a more specialised focus than a bachelor’s of engineering can provide.
Graduate certificates and diplomas of mechanical engineering are also a great step to take if you are not sure whether you want to commit to studying a masters degree or even furthering your studies to a PhD down the track. Often the units in this degree can be counted towards a masters in mechanical engineering, so you can get an interim degree while you are deciding whether to continue your foray into academia.
Degrees tend to take 6 months to a year to complete full-time, depending on where you choose to study.
Employment options
While not essential for employment, a dedicated postgraduate degree in the field of mechanical engineering is a good way to ensure you have the skills and knowledge to be a successful employee.
Scholarships and funding
Check our scholarship search tool to see if you can apply for a scholarship for your graduate certificate or diploma of mechanical engineering.
You could also be eligible for financial assistance in the form of Youth Allowance or Austudy if you are going to study full-time. Read more about how it all works here.
Prerequisites and selection process
You will need to have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent to be eligible to apply for this postgraduate degree.