Masters (Coursework)
The Master of Engineering Science (Energy Systems) is designed to provide a deep, broad range of knowledge about a variety of energy and power systems.
This postgraduate degree offers a wide range of theoretical and applications-based electives and is ideal for electrical...
The Master of Engineering Science (Energy Systems) is designed to provide a deep, broad range of knowledge about a variety of energy and power systems.
This postgraduate degree offers a wide range of theoretical and applications-based electives and is ideal for electrical engineers wishing to upgrade their skills in the ever-developing energy engineering sector.
The recent introduction and growth of intelligent power supply systems such as smart grids means that energy systems engineering is experiencing unprecedented growth.
This degree will help you develop skills to meet growing need for engineers who can interface renewable energy generation sources with the conventional electricity grid. You'll also understand the importance of electric motors in everything from smartphones to hybrid cars and satellites.
This postgraduate degree features complex, open-ended enquiry-based projects and plenty of opportunities to help you become a leader in the field.
You'll develop a systematic approach to problem-solving and learn to plan projects effectively, as well as gain key skills in order to analyse, interpret and communicate results proficiently.
*Source: QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023
The Master of Engineering Science (Energy Systems) will provide you with a deep understanding of a variety of power systems applications including the future energy-efficient electricity grid, automotive and aerospace applications, and marine systems.
By studying at UNSW School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications you will gain access to world-class facilities, such as the world's largest university-based real-time digital simulation laboratory for simulating entire electricity grids.
We also host Australia's largest high voltage laboratory, with facilities for high voltage testing (AC, DC and Impulse voltages) and condition monitoring of electrical equipment, with partial discharge detection equipment, transformer ratio arm bridges, recovery voltage testing, thermal testing and variable frequency testing of insulation.
Our power electronics and drives laboratory has extensive power electronic inverter/converter systems for operation with a range of motor drives and other applications such as superconducting fault limiting devices.
We're home to the Australian Centre for Renewable Energy laboratory which provides power quality assessment equipment for monitoring the characteristics of power electronic inverters supplied by renewable sources such as photovoltaic systems.
Each year our researchers work with over 100 industry and government organisations on industry and community-related projects.
Entry into this Master of Engineering Science specialisation depends on your cognate background.
Entry into the Master's program requires completion of a 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent) or 3-year Engineering Science degree in a cognate discipline. A minimum 65% average, or its equivalent, throughout the qualifying bachelor's degree is mandatory.*
The Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science/Master of Engineering Science pathway does not apply to this specialisation
*Qualifications from non-211 Chinese Universities will require a 70% average
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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 4 year Bachelor Degree with honours (AQF Level 8 equivalent) from any institution in a cognate 1 discipline.
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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.
Entry into this Master of Engineering Science specialisation depends on your cognate background.
Entry into the Master's program requires completion of a 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent) or 3-year Engineering Science degree in a cognate discipline. A minimum 65% average, or its equivalent, throughout the qualifying bachelor's degree is mandatory.*
The Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science/Master of Engineering Science pathway does not apply to this specialisation
*Qualifications from non-211 Chinese Universities will require a 70% average
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Cognate disciplines
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 4 year Bachelor Degree with honours (AQF Level 8 equivalent) from any institution in a cognate discipline.
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If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into your chosen degree, you may be eligible for a pathway program with UNSW College. UNSW College provides alternative entry options using university-approved content so that you can start your UNSW journey with confidence.
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.
Each year our academics and research centres work with businesses, government and community organisations on specific projects that transfer our research into practice.
Joining the cohort within the UNSW School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications will enable you to take advantage of our strong links with numerous industry partners such as Ausgrid, Raytheon, Thales, Northrop Grumman, the Australian Power Institute and many more.
UNSW Engineering graduates are some of the most sought-after professional engineers in Australia and abroad thanks to the reputation of our research and teaching. Our alumni are consistently high contributors to Engineers Australia's Top 100 list of Most Influential Engineers.
As a UNSW Energy Systems graduate, your career could span: