Masters (Coursework)
UNSW's Master of Engineering Science (Environmental Engineering) is a two-year postgraduate degree with Australia's leading School of Civil and Environmental Engineering.
UNSW's Master of Engineering Science (Environmental Engineering) is a two-year postgraduate degree with Australia's leading School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The program is designed for students who already have an accredited engineering degree and want to broaden their job prospects through specialisation.
Through this program you'll learn about on safe, sustainable and ethical development of urban infrastructure, allowing you to carve out a career that merges engineering and sustainability. You'll gain a depth of knowledge across a broad range of areas, including:
The Master of Engineering Science is a non-accredited program designed to deepen your expertise, so you can push your career in the direction you want it to go. If you have a degree or extensive professional experience in a related area, you can apply for credit of up to 50% of this program).
*Source: QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023
The latest 2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject placed UNSW as the top engineering faculty in Australia and #31 in the world. We've consistently received a five-star rating for employability, teaching and research.
We're known as the leading Civil and Environmental Engineering school in Australia. We're ranked 1st in Australia and 17th globally for Civil and Structural Engineering by QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024.
As a leading hub for environmental research, we ensure our research is woven into our teaching. Our work includes environmental footprint analysis, life cycle assessment and sustainable consumption and production.
To support our strong research focus and educational excellence, we have some of the best Environmental Engineering facilities
Benefits of studying with us:
This Master of Engineering Science specialisation accepts students from any engineering discipline.
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 any engineering discipline. A minimum 65% average, or its equivalent, throughout the qualifying bachelor's degree is mandatory.*
*Qualifications from non-211 Chinese Universities will require a 70% average
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 any engineering discipline.
A 4 year Bachelor Degree with honours (AQF Level 8 equivalent) from any institution in any engineering discipline.
A 3 year Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7 equivalent) from any institution in any engineering 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.
This Master of Engineering Science specialisation accepts students from any engineering discipline.
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 any engineering discipline. A minimum 65% average, or its equivalent, throughout the qualifying bachelor's degree is mandatory.*
*Qualifications from non-211 Chinese Universities will require a 70% average
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 any engineering discipline.
A 4 year Bachelor Degree with honours (AQF Level 8 equivalent) from any institution in any engineering discipline.
A 3 year Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7 equivalent) from any institution in any engineering discipline.
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.
As an Environmental Engineer, you'll have the experience and knowledge to support sustainability and ethical urban development. Job opportunities for environmental engineers are predicted to continue to grow rapidly as we shift towards sustainable futures.
You'll have the qualifications and opportunity to work in a broad range of sectors and roles, including:
Examples of work you might take part in as an Environmental Engineer include; working with a water company on water loss initiatives, consulting on tender projects, such as recycling or desalination plants, and planning sustainable infrastructure for governments.
UNSW Engineering researchers work with over 100 industry and government organisations each year.
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.