Masters (Coursework)
The UNSW Master of Engineering (Electrical Engineering) is a two-year postgraduate degree in the School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications.
The UNSW Master of Engineering (Electrical Engineering) is a two-year postgraduate degree in the School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications. Designed for students with a Bachelor of Engineering, you'll gain accreditation for a career in the future of the electrical engineering industries.
You'll explore a broad range of areas that will support your success as an engineering graduate, including:
The Master of Engineering includes an integrated 60 days industrial training component and courses to develop your technical knowledge and skills in engineering management, analysis and design to ensure you graduate career-ready and accredited.
You'll deepen your knowledge in electrical engineering and broaden your hands-on experience as part of a faculty that champions entrepreneurship and diversity. As part of a world-renowned engineering faculty, you'll take part in work that drives solutions for a better world.
*Source: QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023
When you study electrical engineering at UNSW, you'll join a world-renowned engineering faculty and the largest electrical engineering school in Australia. UNSW Engineering consistently ranks as a top Engineering faculty in Australia and globally. We're ranked 1st in Australia and 31st globally for Engineering and Technology by QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024.
The benefits of studying with the School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications at UNSW are vast and include:
Admission to this program requires one of the following:
4-year non-accredited (under the Washington Accord) Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with a minimum 65% average; or
3-year Bachelor of Engineering Science degree in a cognate discipline, at least equivalent to the first three years of an Engineering degree accredited under the Washington Accord with a minimum 75% average.
A pathway for entry into the program for graduates from both 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degrees in non-cognate disciplines, and 3-year Bachelor of Science degrees, exists via enrolment first into the Bachelor of Engineering (BE) program, where advanced standing (to a maximum of 2 years) may be granted.
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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.
Admission to this program requires one of the following:
4-year non-accredited (under the Washington Accord) Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with a minimum 65% average; or
3-year Bachelor of Engineering Science degree in a cognate discipline, at least equivalent to the first three years of an Engineering degree accredited under the Washington Accord with a minimum 75% average.
A pathway for entry into the program for graduates from both 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degrees in non-cognate disciplines, and 3-year Bachelor of Science degrees, exists via enrolment first into the Bachelor of Engineering (BE) program, where advanced standing (to a maximum of 2 years) may be granted.
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.
Electrical Engineers are highly skilled professionals and the demand for your knowledge and skills will mean you have diverse opportunities for work, across Australia and internationally.
As you study with the School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications, we'll work with you to create bespoke development programs that are tailored to your goals. Your hands-on experience as part of your practical component will set you up to pursue roles that interest you in the following sectors:
Accredited by Engineers Australia and acknowledged by the Washington Accord, the Master of Engineering degree has professional recognition globally. This degree includes a practical component where you'll apply your knowledge in practical settings through 60 days of approved industrial training in Australia or overseas.