Graduate Certificate
The Graduate Certificate of Engineering Science is designed for engineers and graduates wanting to develop and expand their knowledge and skills in an area of specialisation.
The Graduate Certificate of Engineering Science is designed for engineers and graduates wanting to develop and expand their knowledge and skills in an area of specialisation. It will enable you to meet or maintain professional accreditation standards and provide opportunities for continuing professional development as well interaction with those at the cutting edge of their discipline.
You'll add breadth to your knowledge of engineering in general and expand your knowledge and skills in engineering management, as well as developing your technical knowledge and ability to analyse engineering problems.
*Source: QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023
Complete a Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science in less than a year to meet or maintain professional accreditation and expand on your knowledge. Upgrade your skills by focusing on your discipline of choice or opt for a multidisciplinary approach when choosing your electives. This program offers both disciplinary and advanced disciplinary knowledge, with a strong enquiry-based learning component for proactive learning.
You can choose from a number of specialisations when you study the Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science. The specialisations available include:
The program articulates to the Graduate Diploma of Engineering Science with full credit for courses completed in the Graduate Certificate.
Postgraduate study at UNSW Engineering gives you the opportunity to make a career change or progress in your current field. We offer study options in more engineering disciplines than any other Australian university. Our degrees are designed to help you specialise in your field and supercharge your career in engineering.
UNSW Engineering is a leader in engineering education and research. We're ranked number 1 for engineering in Australia* and 49th globally.
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UNSW Engineering is the largest engineering faculty in Australia. With eight schools and more than 70 years' experience, our researchers are at the forefront of exciting technological developments engaging in partnerships both here and overseas.
UNSW is known for its graduate employability, with UNSW awarded the Most Employable Students Award in the AFR Top100 Future Leaders Awards for 5 consecutive years (2020-2024)*. Australia's top employers prefer UNSW Engineering graduates over any other university and we're ranked 29th in the world for employer reputation.
At UNSW Engineering you'll benefit from a diverse and welcoming community with plenty to keep you busy. UNSW Engineering boasts 16 student societies including a society for each school. Get involved in Queer Students in Stem, Women in Renewable Energy Society or Robogals. UNSW's Women in Engineering (WIE) society runs social and industry events as well as programs designed to mentor and develop female engineers.
*AFR Top100 Future Leaders 2024
Admissions to the standard 1 year program requires the following:
You can view our list of cognate disciplines for this degree here
UNSW recognises that many students have professional experience or relevant previous studies. If you have worked in a relevant industry or have relevant previous study experience, you may be eligible for credit points that would enable you to accelerate your Graduate Certificate in Engineering in an option listed below dependent on your previous study and experience.
A bachelor's degree or AQF Level 7 equivalent from any institution in a cognate discipline.
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
Admissions to the standard 1 year program requires the following:
You can view our list of cognate disciplines for this degree here.
UNSW recognises that many students have professional experience or relevant previous studies. If you have worked in a relevant industry or have relevant previous study experience, you may be eligible for credit points that would enable you to complete your Master of Engineering Science in as little as one year, or another accelerated option listed below dependent on your previous study and experience.
A bachelor's degree or AQF Level 7 equivalent from any institution in a cognate discipline
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
UNSW Engineering graduates are some of the most sought-after engineers in Australia and abroad thanks to the reputation of our research and teaching.
Your career opportunities will depend on your area of specialisation. Visit the various engineering degree specialisations for examples of career opportunities.