FEIT2025
FEIT2025
FEIT2025
Engineering and
Information
Technology
Graduate
Study in
Engineering
and IT in
2025
Contents
Endeavour Exhibition 6
Student experience 7
Engineering programs 12
Biomedical Engineering 12
Chemical Engineering 14
Civil Engineering 16
Electrical Engineering 20
Environmental Engineering 22
Industrial Engineering 24
Mechanical Engineering 26
Mechatronics Engineering 28
Energy Systems 30
Engineering Management 31
Engineering Structures 32
Computer Science 34
Data Science 36
Information Systems 38
Information Technology 40
Software Engineering 42
Research degrees 44
How to apply 47
Be internationally recognised
Maximise your career opportunities around the world with globally
recognised accreditation from Engineers Australia, Washington Accord
and EUR-ACE®.
Melbourne Connect
Melbourne Connect is a purpose-built innovation precinct situated in
the heart of the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct. It serves as a dynamic
hub for digital talent, where companies of all sizes, graduates with
specialised skills, emerging researchers, and visionary academics can
come together.
Functioning as a thriving digital innovation ecosystem, Melbourne
Connect acts as both a physical space and a programmatic
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The Telstra Creator Space offers various soldering stations, and a reflow oven for The Telstra Creator Space is continuously
specialised areas dedicated to different printed circuit boards. evolving to meet the ever-changing demands
aspects of the production cycle. of industry, ensuring that graduates are
Operated by industry professionals, the Telstra
equipped with the latest fabrication methods
Spanning two floors, this space is equipped Creator Space offers equipment training and
and technologies.
with 3D printers, laser cutters, electronics support to assist you in transforming your
workbenches featuring oscilloscopes, ideas into prototypes. Check out a virtual tour of the Telstra Creator
functional generators, power suppliers, Space here: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/7djs.
The Endeavour Exhibition is a showcase of industry and research projects created by our
final year masters engineering and information technology students.
Masters students across the Faculty The exhibition showcase happens twice a
collaborate with our industry networks, year and we invite our partners, students
government and research groups over the and the public to meet our students and see
course of a semester or a year, to solve their work.
problems and discover new ways of working.
There are industry and Faculty awards and
You’ll take what you learn in the classroom –
prizes to recognise everyone’s hard work on
and apply it to a real problem.
the projects and the public can get involved
to choose a People’s Choice Award winner.
Co-curricular programs such as the Hackathon Festival and Case Competitions offer students a unique opportunity to collaborate in
multidisciplinary teams, tackling real-world challenges.
Participants not only gain hands-on experience but also develop critical skills such as problem-solving, communication, and leadership.
These programs provide a platform for networking with industry professionals and peers and play an essential role in enhancing students’
practical skills, preparing them to excel in a dynamic and competitive world.
Our industry-connected curriculum means you’ll have the opportunity to gain real-world
experience during your degree.
You could complete an industry project, take part in internships, undertake an innovation
challenge with an industry mentor or connect with a Science, Technology, Engineering and
Mathematics (STEM) mentor.
The Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology offers a range of coursework and research study options designed to prepare you to
become a professionally qualified engineer or information technology professional. Whether you’re looking to advance your skillset, switch career
pathways or undertake research we offer full-time and part-time study options with September 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July) entry.
What is a specialisation?
A specialisation is an optional set of subjects within a particular field of your choosing that can complement your degree. They allow you to study
subjects that are tailored to your preferred area of interest.
The timeline for choosing a specialisation can differ between courses. Most degrees ask you to choose your specialisation by your second year,
however, some courses ask you to choose your specialisation at the time of application. As choosing a specialisation will impact all of your core
subjects, for some courses it is advised to make a choice at the start of your degree.
Master of Biomedical Engineering Undergraduate degree with: 2-3 years full-time Professional entry
Optional specialisations: • 65% weighted average mark Accreditation:
• Business • Equivalent of two first-year mathematics subjects, specifically Linear Algebra and • EUR-ACE®
Calculus 2 • Engineers Australia
• Equivalent of two first-year science subjects (either 2 biology or 2 chemistry) OR
one second-year engineering mathematics subject (equivalent to MAST20029
Engineering Mathematics)
Advanced standing/credit
Up to one year of credit will be awarded to students with a Biomedical Engineering
Systems major in their undergraduate degree
Master of Chemical Engineering Undergraduate degree with: 2-3 years full-time Professional entry
Optional specialisations: • 65% weighted average mark Accreditation:
• Business • Equivalent of two first-year mathematics subjects, specifically Linear Algebra and • EUR-ACE®
• Materials and Minerals Calculus 2 • Engineers Australia
• Sustainability and the Environment • Equivalent of two first-year chemistry subjects • IChemE
Advanced standing/credit
Up to one year of credit will be awarded to students with a Chemical Engineering
Systems major in their undergraduate degree
Master of Civil Engineering Undergraduate degree with: 2-3 years full-time Professional entry
Optional specialisations: • 65% weighted average mark Accreditation:
• Business • Equivalent of two first-year mathematics subjects, specifically Linear Algebra and • EUR-ACE®4
• Energy Calculus 2 • Engineers Australia
• Structural • Equivalent of two first-year science subjects (two physics, two biology,
• Transport two chemistry or two computer science)
• Geotechnical Advanced standing/credit
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• Water Resources Up to one year of credit will be awarded to students with a Civil Engineering Systems
• Project Management major in their undergraduate degree
Master of Digital Infrastructure Engineering Undergraduate degree with: 2-3 years full-time Professional entry
Optional specialisations: • 65% weighted average mark Accreditation:
• Artificial Intelligence • Equivalent of two first-year mathematics subjects (any) • EUR-ACE
• Business • Equivalent of two first-year science subjects (physics, geography, chemistry, • Engineers Australia
• Communication Infrastructure biology or computer science) (provisionally)
• Construction • Surveyors Registration
• Cultural Heritage Board, Victoria
• Energy
• Industry
• Information Systems
• Information Technology
• Land
• Mobility
• Smart Cities
• Sustainable Cities
• Water
Course Minimum entry requirements Duration Course type
Master of Electrical Engineering Undergraduate degree with: 2-3 years full-time Professional entry
Optional specialisations: • 65% weighted average mark Accreditation:
• Autonomous Systems • Equivalent of two first-year mathematics subjects, specifically Linear Algebra and • EUR-ACE®
• Business Calculus 2 • Engineers Australia
• Communications and Networks • Equivalent of two first-year physics subjects
• Electronics and Photonics Advanced standing/credit
• Low-Carbon Power Systems
Up to one year of credit will be awarded to students with an Electrical Engineering
Systems major in their undergraduate degree
Master of Environmental Engineering Undergraduate degree with: 2-3 years full-time Professional entry
Optional specialisations: • 65% weighted average mark Accreditation:
• Earth Observation • Equivalent of two first-year mathematics subjects, specifically Linear Algebra and • EUR-ACE®
• Energy Systems Calculus 2 • Engineers Australia
• Water Systems • Equivalent of two first-year science subjects (two biology, two chemistry,
two physics, two geosciences or two geography)
Advanced standing/credit
Up to one year of credit will be awarded to students with an Environmental
Engineering Systems major in their undergraduate degree
Master of Industrial Engineering Undergraduate degree with: 2 years full-time Professional entry
• Three-year undergraduate degree from the University of Melbourne in any Accreditation:
engineering systems major • EUR-ACE®
• 65% weighted average mark • Engineers Australia
OR
• Four-year Bachelor of Engineering degree
• 65% weighted average mark
Master of Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate degree with: 2-3 years full-time Professional entry
Optional specialisations: • 65% weighted average mark Accreditation:
• Aerospace • Equivalent of two first-year mathematics subjects, specifically Linear Algebra and • EUR-ACE®
• Business Calculus 2 • Engineers Australia
• Manufacturing • Equivalent of two first-year physics subjects
• Materials Advanced standing/credit
Up to one year of credit will be awarded to students with a Mechanical Engineering
Systems major in their undergraduate degree
Master of Mechatronics Engineering Undergraduate degree with: 2-3 years full-time Professional entry
Optional specialisations: • 65% weighted average mark Accreditation:
• Manufacturing • Equivalent of two first-year mathematics subjects, specifically Linear Algebra and • EUR-ACE®
Calculus 2 • Engineers Australia
• Equivalent of two first-year physics subjects
Advanced standing/credit
Up to one year of credit will be awarded to students with a Mechatronics Engineering
Systems major in their undergraduate degree
Master of Energy Systems Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline, such as commerce, science or 1.5 years full-time Specialised masters
engineering, and:
• 70% weighted average mark
• Equivalent of one subject in mathematics, statistics or other quantitative subject
• Two years of continuous, documented work experience in a relevant field if you
have a weighted average mark of at least 65%
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Master of Engineering Management • Four-year undergraduate degree in engineering or relevant discipline 1 year full-time Specialised masters
• 65%+ weighted average mark
OR
• A three-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline with a 65% weighted
average mark AND
• At least two years of full-time documented, relevant work experience since graduation
Master of Engineering Structures 65% weighted average mark in a four-year civil or structural engineering 1 year full-time Specialised masters
undergraduate degree
Civil engineering graduates must:
• Have one year of relevant work experience, or
• Have dedicated 30% of course to structural engineering subjects
Master of Environmental • Four-year undergraduate engineering degree 1 year full-time Specialised masters
Systems Engineering • 65% weighted average mark
OR
• Three-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
• 65% weighted average mark
• At least two years of full-time, documented and relevant work experience
Explore our information technology and software engineering programs
Information technology and software engineering programs are for those seeking a professional qualification in information technology and
are typically taken after completing undergraduate studies.
Master of Computer Science Undergraduate degree with a major in computer science, for example: 2 years full-time Research pathway
• Computing and Software Systems major in the Bachelor of Science or
the Bachelor of Design
• 75% weighted average mark
• At least 25 points of university level mathematics or statistics subjects
Master of Data Science Undergraduate degree in computer science, data science 2 years full-time Specialised masters
• 65% weighted average mark
• Equivalent to one subject from computer science or related discipline,
focusing on computer programming
• Equivalent of two subjects of first-year mathematics (including Calculus 2)
Master of Information Systems Depending on your work experience and undergraduate study, you may be 1-2 years full-time Professional entry
Optional specialisations: eligible for advanced standing: Accreditation:
• Professional 200 point (2 years full-time) program • Australian Computer
• Research Society
• Undergraduate degree in any discipline
• 65% weighted average mark
Master of Information Technology Depending on your work experience and undergraduate study, you may be 1-2 years full-time Professional entry
Specialisations: eligible for advanced standing: Accreditation:
• Artificial Intelligence 200 point (2 years full-time) program • Australian Computer
• Computing Society
• Undergraduate degree in any discipline
• Cyber Security • 65% weighted average mark
• Digital Innovation • One technical computer programming subject
• Distributed Computing
• Human-Computer Interaction 150 point (1.5 years full-time) program
• Three-year undergraduate degree with a major in computer science, information
technology, software engineering or related discipline, for example:
– Computing and Software Systems major in the Bachelor of Science
– Computing and Software Systems or User Experience Design major in the
Bachelor of Design
• 65% weighted average mark
Master of Software Engineering Undergraduate degree with: 2-3 years full-time Professional entry
Optional specialisations: • 65% weighted average mark Accreditation:
• Artificial Intelligence • Equivalent of 2 first-year mathematics subjects (any) • Euro-Inf®
• Business • Equivalent of 2 first-year computing, programming or computer science subjects • Australian Computer
• Cyber Security Society
Advanced standing/credit • Engineers Australia
• Distributed Computing
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• Human-Computer Interaction Up to one year of credit will be awarded to students with a Computing and Software
Systems major in their undergraduate degree
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) • Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline MPhil: Research degree
• Must include a substantial research component (equivalent of 25% of one year of 1.5-2 years full-time
and full-time study)
PhD:
• 75% weighted average mark in the equivalent of penultimate and final year subjects 3-4 years full-time
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
OR
• A masters degree in a relevant discipline
• Must include a substantial research component (equivalent of 25% of one year of
full-time study)
• 75% weighted average mark
OR
• Qualification or professional experience considered to be equivalent
Engineering programs
Master of Biomedical
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Engineering
As life expectancies increase, engineers, doctors and clinicians are working together to ensure
our bodies can take us further than ever before. Key info
What is biomedical engineering? Student projects Duration
2-3 years
Biomedical engineering works at the Design your own biomedical engineering
intersection of engineering and biology, to instrumentation, from prosthetics to Intake
understand and solve problems in medicine pacemakers, and use our state-of-the-art Semester 1 (February)
and human disease. facilities to fabricate components. Work on Semester 2 (July)
projects such as monitoring the vital signs of
Biomedical engineers blend biomedical Designed for
patients, a diagnostic tool for stent selection,
science with engineering techniques to create
speech recognition software and more. Becoming an accredited engineer
innovative healthcare solutions.
You could develop your entrepreneurial ability Accredited by
Where will this take me? by collaborating with business students and
• Engineers Australia
medical sector mentors. The collaboration
Biomedical engineers work in a range could see you bring a medical device to market • EUR-ACE
of industries, including biotechnology, with the BioDesign Innovation subject. Cost
government, health services, medical devices,
pharmaceuticals and start-ups. As a biomedical Visit go.unimelb.edu.au/d9fi to read about CSPs available
engineer, you could design a medical Ventora Medical, a classroom concept International and domestic full fee
device, solve clinical problems, develop next turned successful startup who have raised places available
generation algorithms for imaging the body, or $1.25 million to help babies breathe.
Optional specialisation
engineer tissues for wound healing.
Research examples • Business
If you have not completed a major in Biomedical Engineering Systems in your undergraduate degree, study the 3 year Master of Biomedical Engineering:
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Applied Computation in
Semester 1 Foundation Selective
Bioengineering
Mechanics for Bioengineering Circuits and Systems
Year 0
Anatomy and Physiology for
Semester 2 Foundation Selective
Bioengineering
Introduction to Biomaterials Biosystems Design
If you have completed a major in Biomedical Engineering Systems in your undergraduate degree, study the 2 year Master of Biomedical Engineering:
Engineering
With a degree in chemical engineering, you’ll help meet the world’s growing need for food,
energy and water, preserve the natural environment and develop solutions to provide large Key info
scale healthcare options for improved life on earth.
Duration
What is chemical engineering? Where will this take you? 2-3 years
Chemical engineering is concerned with As a chemical engineer, you might focus Intake
developing and fabricating products through on traditional industrial-scale processes Semester 1 (February)
chemical processes. for converting raw materials into useful Semester 2 (July)
products, and emerging fields that depend on
Chemical engineers change the world through
understanding chemical processes. You could
Designed for
the use of their knowledge of chemistry, Becoming an accredited engineer
apply your knowledge to areas such as fuels
biology, computation and engineering to meet
and renewable energy, plastics, food additives,
the needs of our technological society. Accredited by
fertilisers, mining and pharmaceuticals.
• Focus on industrial-scale processes for • Engineers Australia
converting raw waste materials into useful Research examples • EUR-ACE
products, and learn how to simulate • IChemE
chemical processes. Explore a diverse range of research
• Apply your knowledge to areas such as
applications across themes including, Cost
bioprocessing and food engineering, materials CSPs available
fuel, plastics, food additives, fertilisers,
design and multiscale modelling, nano- International and domestic full fee
paper and pharmaceuticals.
medicine and biotechnology, and sustainable places available
• Specialise in Business, Materials technologies, processing and remediation.
and Minerals or Sustainability and Optional specialisations
Environment during your studies to Examples of research in chemical engineering
includes: • Sustainability and Environment
achieve your career goals.
• Business
• Generating biofuels from algae
• Materials and Minerals
• Less waste in yoghurt production
• Keeping Antarctica clean
• Batteries that last longer.
If you have not completed a major in Chemical Engineering Systems in your undergraduate degree, study the 3 year Master of Chemical Engineering:
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Fundamentals of Chemical
Semester 1 Fluid Mechanics
Engineering
Material and Energy Balances CCE or CIE or CIP
Year 1
Momentum, Mass and Digitisation in the Process Safety and Sustainability Case
Semester 2 Engineering Mathematics
Heat Transfer Industries Studies
If you have completed a major in Chemical Engineering Systems in your undergraduate degree, study the 2 year Master of Chemical Engineering (Sustainability and
Environment):
Chemical Engineering
Semester 1 Thermodynamics
Thermal and Separation Design Reactors and Catalysis Sustainable Bioprocessing
Year 2
Design and Construction of Chemical Engineering Wastewater and Environmental Energy, Emissions and Pollution
Semester 2 Equipment Management Remediation Control
Semester 1 Process Engineering Process Simulation and Control Chemical Engineering Research Project or Internship
Year 3
Pharmaceuticals and
Semester 2 Chemical Engineering Design Project Particle Technology
Biochemical Production
Samuel Malau
Master of Chemical Engineering
Engineering
Reimagine our growing cities with a degree in civil engineering. Prepare regions, cities and
towns to handle increasing populations, finite resources and extreme events. Key info
Strengthen your understanding of sustainable Where will this take you? Duration
urban developments, environmental 2-3 years
protection, resilient infrastructure design You could work as a civil engineer in
and the conservation of energy and water industries such as aerospace, construction, Intake
resources. You’ll develop skills in structural, oil and gas, transport and water resources. Semester 1 (February)
geotechnical, hydraulic and transportation Our engineering graduates are working in Semester 2 (July)
engineering, as well as key knowledge in ports organisations such as AECOM, BHP Billiton,
and harbour, energy, sustainability and project City West Water, Golder Associates, Melbourne Designed for
management. Metro Rail Authority and Shell. Becoming an accredited engineer
As a civil engineer, you could work in urban Accredited by
What is civil engineering? development, transport and infrastructure,
• Engineers Australia
water resources and mining. You could be in
Civil engineers design, construct, maintain, • EUR-ACE
a consulting role, or work as an engineering
and operate within the built and natural
project manager. Cost
environments. This interdisciplinary field
encompasses a wide range of components, CSPs available
including, structural, geotechnical, water Research examples International and domestic full fee
resources, transport systems, energy, Our researchers contribute to the creation of places available
business, and project management. sustainable infrastructure, delivering valuable
Optional specialisations
benefits to the community, economy and
environment. • Business
• Energy
Examples of research in civil engineering:
• Geotechnical
• Prefabricated housing
• Project Management
• Going underground for green energy
• Structural
• How nanoclay stops cladding fires
• Transport
from spreading
• Water Resources
• Building resilient bridges and tunnels
• Optimising traffic operation on our roads
• Planning and operating public transport
systems.
If you have not completed a major in Civil Engineering Systems in your undergraduate degree, study the 3 year Master of Civil Engineering:
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If you have completed a major in Civil Engineering Systems in your undergraduate degree, study the 2 year Master of Civil Engineering:
Engineering Site
Semester 1 Structural Theory and Design Transport Infrastructure Design
Characterisation
Geotechnical Engineering
Year 1
Engineering Project Interdisciplinary Design for
Semester 2 Implementation
Civil Hydraulics Transport Systems
Engineers
Victoria Pitliangas
Master of Civil Engineering
Infrastructure Engineering
Capture, integrate and use data representing our environments, resources and infrastructure.
You’ll work with sensors and sensor platforms, design and use digital twins and create digital Key info
solutions for asset management, smart and sustainable cities and disaster management.
Duration
What is digital infrastructure Research examples 2-3 years
engineering? Researchers in digital infrastructure are Intake
Digital infrastructure engineering combines working to develop and navigate AI, IoT and Semester 1 (February)
engineering and information technology. Digital digitalisation technologies to address our Semester 2 (July)
infrastructure engineers work on digital systems growing infrastructure needs. Some examples
representing our environments, resources and include: Designed for
infrastructure to drive sustainable outcomes • Earth Observation and AI for disaster Bridging engineering and information
for businesses, projects and ecosystems. It’s a management technology to lead the digital
blend of information technology, data science transformation of the infrastructure
• Data analysis for climate neutral urban sectors, in construction and surveying,
and analytics with engineering so you can
mobility and in spatial data analytics and AI.
manage infrastructure and industrial processes.
Society needs these digital skills to help us map • Taking a city’s pulse: urban data analytics
and digital twins Accredited by
and model the world and make better decisions
about our future. • Developing drivers for Smart Cities • EUR-ACE
• 3D land administration and positioning • Engineers Australia (Provisional)
Where will this take me? principles. • Surveyors’ Registration Board
of Victoria
You could work globally across any industry
that uses or produces digital spatial data Cost
and platforms. You might fly a drone CSPs available
throughout a city to create a heat map, use International and domestic full fee
satellite imagery to assess a natural disaster places available
and provide resources to those in need, or
maintain a digital twin of a city for real-time Optional specialisations
resource management. Our graduates work Artificial Intelligence, Business,
in digital engineering companies like Veris, Communication Infrastructure,
global mobility providers like Grab, state Construction, Cultural Heritage,
governments and emergency response Energy, Industry, Information
services, and NGOs like the Humanitarian Systems, Information Technology,
OpenStreetMap Team. Land, Mobility, Smart Cities,
Sustainable Cities, Water
Sustainable Infrastructure
Semester 1 Engineering
Engineering Risk Management Applying Digital Infrastructure Imagining the Environment
Year 0
Numerical Methods
Semester 2 Digital Systems for Infrastructure Integrating Digital Infrastructure Sensing and Measurement
in Engineering
If you have completed a major in Digital Infrastructure Engineering Systems in your undergraduate degree, study the 2 year Master of Digital Infrastructure
Engineering:
Zelen Guo
Master of Digital Infrastructure Engineering
Engineering
Learn from leading experts in power systems, energy-efficient telecommunications systems
and sensor networks that monitor the environment. Key info
What is electrical and electronic Where will this take me? Duration
engineering? As an electrical engineer, you have the
2-3 years
Electrical and electronic engineering is a opportunity to work across a diverse range Intake
field focused on designing, developing, and of industries, including telecommunications, Semester 1 (February)
maintaining electrical systems and electronic defense, energy, automation, and many more. Semester 2 (July)
devices. Electrical engineers work on all scales - Our graduates are working for companies such
from nano electronics to nationwide power as Accenture, Deloitte, Google, Telstra, and Tesla. Designed for
grids. For example, as an electrical engineer Becoming an accredited engineer
you could: Research examples Accredited by
• Develop new electronic materials that Our researchers collaborate with industry and • Engineers Australia
unlock high efficiency solar cells and new government in a wide range of areas, including
• EUR-ACE
integrated circuits communication systems and networks,
• Design electrical and electronic devices control and signal processing, photonic and Cost
and their algorithms to make smarter and electronic systems, and power and energy CSPs available
higher performing systems systems. Here are some examples: International and domestic full fee
• Improve the operation of communication • 5G and the Internet of Things (IoT) places available
systems that connect and coordinate our • Autonomous systems Optional specialisations
daily operations.
• Next-generation solar cells • Artificial Intelligence
These systems underpin much of modern • Machine-learning in wireless spectrum • Autonomous Systems
society with key applications including allocation
renewable energy power grids, autonomous • Low-carbon Power Systems
• Renewable energy integration into
• Electronics and Embedded
systems, wireless communication and
power grids.
wearable electronics. Systems
• Intelligent Communications
and Networks
• Business
If you have not completed a major in Electrical Engineering Systems in your undergraduate degree, study the 3 year Master of Electrical Engineering:
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If you have completed a major in Electrical Engineering Systems in your undergraduate degree, study the 2 year Master of Electrical Engineering:
Introduction to Power
Semester 1 Probability and Random models Control Systems Electronic Circuit Design
Engineering
Year 1
Interdisciplinary Design for
Semester 2 Communication Systems Signal Processing Embedded Systems Design
Engineers
Mat Woodgate
Master of Electrical Engineering
Engineering
Improve the liveability of our cities and sustainability of our resources with a degree in
environmental engineering. Tackle the challenges we face in water shortage, climate change Key info
and waste management.
Duration
What is environmental Research examples: 2-3 years
engineering? Some examples of the work our researchers Intake
Environmental engineering focuses on science are doing include: Semester 1 (February)
and technology to protect our planet and • Exploring the birthplace of monster waves Semester 2 (July)
make it a better place to live. Environmental
engineers design and build sustainable
• Taking the sludge out of wastewater Designed for
solutions to tackle problems such as climate • Turning any water into drinking water Becoming an accredited engineer
change, water scarcity, renewable energy, and • Digital vineyards.
Accredited by
bushfire management.
• Engineers Australia
Student projects
Where will this take me? • EUR-ACE
Design and implement an environmental
As an environmental engineer you could work monitoring program. Take part in a five-day Cost
in catchment management (e.g. Melbourne field camp and engage with consultants who CSPs available
Water), conservation and natural resources work on projects around the world. International and domestic full fee
(e.g. Alluvium Consulting), resource planning places available
and management (e.g. Acciona), waste
and water resources (e.g. Department of Optional specialisations
Environment, Land, Water and Planning), • Earth observation
engineering consulting and more. • Energy Systems
• Water Systems
If you have not completed a major in Environmental Engineering Systems in your undergraduate degree, study the 3 year Master of Environmental Engineering:
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If you have completed a major in Environmental Engineering Systems, study the 2 year Master of Environmental Engineering:
Nav De Silva
Environmental Engineering Systems major
Master of Environmental Engineering
Maudy Chahine
Master of Industrial Engineering
Engineering
Design and build tomorrow’s machines and systems, from small scale devices to airplanes
and spacecraft. Key info
What is mechanical engineering? ARES Duration
2-3 years
Mechanical engineering focuses on turning The Aerospace and Rocket Engineering Society
energy into power and motion, spanning (ARES) is the student engineering team who Intake
industries such as aeronautics, robotics and design, manufacture and launch high-powered Semester 1 (February)
manufacturing. rockets. The team comprises students from Semester 2 (July)
multiple disciplines, backgrounds, and
Where will this take me? nationalities across both undergraduate and Designed for
postgraduate levels. ARES encourages students Becoming an accredited engineer
As a Melbourne graduate, you’ll be equipped who are interested in aerospace and rocketry
to work as a mechanical engineer in to join. Accredited by
industries such as aerospace, biomechanics, • Engineers Australia
manufacturing, healthcare, weather and
climate prediction, minerals, energy, robotics,
Facilities • EUR-ACE
transport and more. Our mechanical You’ll have access to world-class facilities Cost
engineering graduates are working in including wind tunnels, alternative fuel CSPs available
companies such as Arup, CSIRO, BHP, Mars engines, rehabilitation robots, UAV platforms International and domestic full fee
Australia, Telstra and Yarra Trams. and large-scale water management systems. places available
If you have not completed a major in Mechanical Engineering Systems in your undergraduate degree, study the 3-year Master of Mechanical Engineering
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If you have completed a major in Mechanical Engineering Systems in your undergraduate degree, study the 2-year Master of Mechanical Engineering
Engineering
Blend mechanical, electrical and software engineering to develop automation and advanced
manufacturing technologies. Key info
What is mechatronics Robogals Duration
engineering? Robogals Melbourne is a student-run volunteer
2-3 years
Mechatronics drives the development of initiative which aim to inspire, engage and Intake
ʻsmart’ computer-controlled products, such empower young women into engineering Semester 1 (February)
as robots, drones, automotive equipment and and related fields by delivering interactive Semester 2 (July)
medical imaging systems. workshops for primary and secondary school
students. Robogals is a great way to meet Designed for
new people, learn great new skills (all training Becoming an accredited engineer
Where will this take me? and equipment provided) and do something
You could work as a mechatronics engineer fulfilling and awesome in your spare time. Accredited by
in industries such as aerospace, advanced • Engineers Australia
manufacturing, computing and electronics, • EUR-ACE
mining and robotics. Our engineering
graduates work in organisations such as IBM, Cost
Telstra, Ford, KPMG and Alerte Digital Health. CSPs available
International and domestic full fee
Student experience places available
If you have not completed a major in Mechatronics Engineering Systems in your undergraduate degree, study the 3-year Master of Mechatronics Engineering
If you have completed a major in Mechatronics Engineering Systems in your undergraduate degree, study the 2-year Master of Mechatronics Engineering
Xingy Huang
Master of Mechatronics Engineering
Systems
Tackle emerging energy issues and guide critical decision-making in the energy sector.
Key info
What is a Master of Energy Where will this take me?
Duration
Systems? Our graduates work in a range of areas including
1.5 years
In the Master of Energy Systems, you’ll learn electricity generation and retail, energy market
to analyse energy systems from technical, analysis, and energy project development Intake
commercial, and policy standpoints. This across both government and industry. Semester 1 (February)
interdisciplinary approach enables you to
explore financing, operations, and management Energy systems project Designed for
strategies for energy systems. You will learn Qualified engineers or other
You could choose to take the Energy Systems professionals who are looking to
from experts in electricity generation, the
Project as an elective to work onsite at an upskill in their career
transport sector, and energy networks,
organisation over three months to solve a
preparing you to tackle complex challenges in
real energy problem. You’ll take on cross- Cost
today’s evolving energy landscape.
disciplinary analysis and forge industry International and domestic full fee
connections with energy companies, places available
providers, distributors and market operators,
or organisations specialising in alternative
energy sources.
Semester 1 Introduction to Energy Systems Analysing Energy Systems Electrical Power Systems Financial Management
Year 1
Semester 2 Non-Renewable Energy Renewable Energy Managerial Economics Elective
Year 2 Semester 1 Energy Supply and Value Chains Elective Elective Elective
Management
Fast-track your career in management, gain expertise in navigating organisational change
and leading projects to achieve tangible results. You’ll gain business skills to manage people, Key info
projects and resources in complex organisation settings.
Duration
Specialisations Electives 1 year
You can undertake the Change Management • Supply Chain Management Intake
stream to understand the legal, commercial, • Management Competencies Semester 1 (February)
marketing and personnel issues that managers Semester 2 (July)
• Accounting for Decision Making
encounter in a technical environment.
• Business Analysis and Decision Making Designed for
Or you could focus on the Project Management
• Financial Management Qualified engineers or other
stream to advance your understanding of
project procurement, team leadership, risk • Managerial Economics professionals who are looking to
management, communication, financial upskill in their career
• Operations and Process Management
management and human resources. • Human Resource Fundamentals Cost
International and domestic full fee
Core subjects places available
Project Management subjects
Choose two of:
• Sustainable Infrastructure Engineering
• Project Management Practices
• Engineering Project Implementation
• Engineering Contracts and Procurement
• Transport System Modelling
• Engineering Risk Management.
Structures
What is a Master of Engineering Your subjects and lectures will be guided
by specialists in infrastructure design, with Key info
Structures? expertise in earthquake, collision and blast-
The Master of Engineering Structures is a resistant technologies. With in-house and Duration
specialised masters course, designed to help guests seminar experts on leading structures 1 year
qualified engineers advance their career. This research topics, you’ll be able to undertake an
qualification prepares graduates for senior infrastructure engineering research subject Intake
roles in structural engineering and related and complete simulated structures design Semester 1 (February)
industries. exercises in collaboration with experienced Semester 2 (July)
senior engineers.
You’ll explore key themes such as structural Designed for
systems, conceptual design, sustainable
Qualified engineers or other
design, extreme loading and advanced
professionals who are looking to
analysis techniques.
upskill in their career
Cost
International and domestic full fee
places available
Systems Engineering
Gain advanced knowledge in sustainable development and environmental management.
Key info
Elective themes: Or, choose one approved elective,
such as: Duration
Waste management 1 year
• Remote Sensing
• Environmental Management
• Foundations of Spatial Information Intake
• Engineering Hydrology
• Information Visualisation Semester 1 (February)
• Infrastructure Engineering Research
• Advanced Imaging Semester 2 (July)
Project
• Applications in Precision Agriculture Designed for
• Solid Wastes to Sustainable Resources
• Project Management Practices Qualified engineers or other
• Water and Waste Water Management.
• Engineering Contracts and Procurement professionals who are looking to
Energy upskill in their career
• Metocean Engineering
• Energy Efficiency Technology
• Port Access and Navigation Cost
• Energy for Sustainable Development
• Dredging Engineering International and domestic full fee
• Infrastructure Engineering Research places available
• Leadership for Innovation
Project
• Internship
• Solar Energy
• International River Basin Management
• Sustainable Buildings.
• Advanced Hydrological Solutions
Water resources • Hydrogeology & Environmental
• Infrastructure Engineering Research Geochemistry.
Project
• International River Basin Management
• Water and Waste Water Management
• Engineering Hydrology
• Computational Fluid Dynamics.
conceptualisation to calibration
and validation.”
Science
Keep up with the rapid advances in the field Computer Science Research
of computer science while completing a Key info
major research project on your pathway to
Project
PhD study or a research-oriented industry Your Computer Science Research Project is an Duration
position. independent piece of research you can do with 2 years
the support of an academic supervisor. You
Whether your area of interest is app could work in areas like: Intake
development, gaming, productivity software, Semester 1 (February)
• Forest Crime Policing: Help protect
databases, financial products or website
Victorian rare or threatened species using Designed for
development, there’s a place for you in the
selective sound monitoring devices to
computer science ecosystem. Students who have a computer science
identify the hotspots affecting animal
background and the desire to get
behaviour and habitats.
What is computer science? research experience
• 3D object recognition in autonomous
Computer science combines technical driving: Self-driving cars are becoming Cost
elements from information technology, more accessible, and you can be a CSPs available
analytical skills from information systems and part of developing the software to help International and domestic full fee
through graduate study, gives you the option autonomous vehicles navigate adverse places available
to pursue a research career. visibility conditions.
• Design empathetically responsive voice
Where will this take you? assistants: Technology can help many
people in different ways. You can develop
You can use the Master of Computer Science as Explore a grad dip or grad
software programs that will make voice
a pathway to a PhD or to the workforce, where assistants accessible, empathetic and cert in computer science
you may meet our alumni working in software responsive. Study a Graduate Diploma in
design, cybersecurity, information architecture
• Cane toad modelling in Australia: Computer Science with any
and programming.
Australia’s native ecosystems are precious undergraduate degree and some
and you could develop multiscale programming/maths experience with
modelling to monitor invasive species the equivalent of a major in computer
like the cane toad and protect our natural science. Do you have significant
environment. programming/maths experience?
• Measuring and mitigating gender bias in Check out our graduate certificate
natural language processing: Machine instead.
learning relies on the data models that
are programmed into it and you can
make sure that they’re representative of
the real world through monitoring data
elements like gender bias, language and
communication styles.
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Semester 1 Declarative Programming Introduction to Machine Learning The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence AI Planning for Autonomy
Year 1
Machine Learning Applications
Semester 2 Statistical Machine Learning Research Methods Computer Vision
for Health
Semester 1 Computer Science Research Project Part 1 Computer Science Research Project Part 2
Year 2
Semester 2 Computer Science Research Project Part 3 Computer Science Research Project Part 4
Han Perry
Master of Computer Science
Develop the technological abilities and problems using data. The Graduate Certificate
analytical skills to manage and gain insights in Data Science is also available as a pathway Key info
from large and complex collections of data. and you could be eligible for course credit.
Duration
Use statistics tools and methods for in-depth
analysis and solve problems using data. The Where will this take you? 2 years
Graduate Certificate in Data Science is also Our graduates go on to work as data scientists Intake
available as a pathway and you could be and analysts, software engineers, data Semester 1 (February)
eligible for course credit. infrastructure engineers, business intelligence
analysts and statisticians. Designed for
What is data science? Students with a background in data
Data scientists use statistics tools and science, computer science or statistics
methods for in-depth analysis and solve Cost
CSPs available
International and domestic full fee
places available
Jiani Xie
Master of Data Science
Systems
Create efficient information systems that Where will this take you?
consider both emerging technologies and Key info
business processes. With information systems, you’ll connect
the technological potential of software with Duration
Build digital business and teamwork skills the business problems that need solving, or
while maximising your career opportunities 1-2 years
processes that need improving. This means
with international accreditation. you could work in any industry that uses, Intake
or could benefit from, using technology. Semester 1 (February)
What is a Master of Information This could mean a career in process design,
Systems? consulting or project management. Combine Designed for
your knowledge in data science, data Students from any undergraduate
The Master of Information Systems is a degree visualisation and computing to improve how background
that utilises analysis, critical thinking and we use technology.
communication to produce a skill set for Cost
students to succeed in a business and ICT
Course structure CSPs available
combined industry. You’ll learn to explain International and domestic full fee
real-world situations leading to information You can focus your studies to gain experience places available
technology management decisions and with a capstone project or a research project.
develop a broad business and real-world This gives you opportunities to complete
perspective. internships, technology innovation projects
with industry partners or research.
Yihan Shen
Master of Information Systems
Technology
Gain the knowledge and experience to lead Where will this take you?
IT innovation that can be applied to business, Key info
government, health, entertainment and more. Build a career as an app developer, data
analyst, digital copywriter, games developer, Duration
Grow your skills in IT project and change information technology consultant, data
management, risk management, quality 1-2 years
scientist and more. If you focus on information
assurance and testing. technology, you can build the technical skills Intake
Develop fundamental technical skills that will that help us understand and develop new Semester 1 (February)
remain valuable as new technologies emerge. technologies. Semester 2 (July)
Semester 1 Distributed Systems Advanced Database Systems Introduction to Machine Learning Declarative Programming
Year 1
Programming and Software Database Systems and
Semester 2 Internet Technologies
Development
Algorithms and Complexity
Information Modelling
Foundation subject Specialisation core Specialisation elective Advanced specialisation elective Advanced specialisation core
These are sample course plans only. Subjects offered may change from year to year. You will be advised of current subject offerings prior to subject selection and enrolment.
“I had the opportunity to delve into Cloud Computing, Mobile
App Development, and Machine Learning for the first time.
Learning about AI, particularly natural language processing
and autonomous systems, was a highlight of the program.”
Laradell Tria
Master of Information Technology
Photography: Anthony Richardson
Artificial intelligence Develop expertise in the design, • Knowledge representation and planning • Artificial Intelligence, machine learning and
implementation and analysis of systems that • Machine learning data science
learn, plan and reason. • Data mining • Deep learning
• Digital ethics • Data mining
• Security analytics • Business and data analytics
Computing Focus on theoretical and applied computing • Theoretical and applied computing • Data science
where you could develop programming • Software development • Data mining
platforms for a career in app development, • Algorithmics • Business and data analytics
data analytics, games development and more.
• Databases and networking • Database, web or app development
• Information technology project and change
management
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Cybersecurity Discover how to create new technologies • Software vulnerability discovery • Security analytics, software and auditing
to improve existing security and minimise • Cryptography • Cryptography
vulnerability in design systems. • Secure systems design and verification • Forensics
• Security analytics • Incident response
• Network security
Digital Innovation Learn advanced computing theories and • Problem discovery • Entrepreneurship
methods for innovation and industry-based • Concept ideation • Computing and digital innovation
entrepreneurial practices. • Innovation
Distributed computing Learn to manage large quantities of data • Mobile computer systems programming • eBusiness and cloud computing
through networked computers. • Cloud computing • Mobile systems programming
• High performance computing • Sensor networks
• Distributed algorithms
• Parallel computing
Human-computer interaction Work with novel, interactive tech with systems • User experience • UI development and engineering
people can use with intuitive user interfaces • Interaction design • VR, AR web and other information
and evaluate different prototypes. • Social computing technology product design
• Information architecture
• Ubiquitous computing
IT and software engineering programs
Master of Software
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Engineering
Learn how to produce and manage complex Where will this take me?
Key info or non-trivial large and small-scale software
systems, leveraging your scientific and Develop the advanced technical expertise,
Duration technical knowledge. teamwork and communication skills to keep
you agile in a rapidly evolving industry and
2-3 years You’ll be guided by leading software experts graduate with an internationally recognised
Intake to study algorithms, internet technologies and qualification. As a software engineer, you
database systems so you have the skills to could work in banking and finance, human-
Semester 1 (February)
implement software engineering solutions. computer interaction, technology consulting,
Semester 2 (July)
health and more.
Designed for What is software engineering?
Becoming an accredited engineer Software engineers use engineering principles
Accredited by to build software products. This could be
developing computer games or running a
• Engineers Australia
communications control system.
• EUR-ACE
• Euro-Inf
• Australian Computing Society
Cost
CSPs available
International and domestic full fee
places available
Optional specialisations
• Artificial Intelligence
• Business
• Cybersecurity
• Distributed computing
• Human-computer interaction
If you have not completed a major in Computing and Software Systems in your undergraduate degree, study the 3 year Master of Software Engineering:
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If you have completed a major in Computing and Software Systems in your undergraduate degree, study the 2 year Master of Software Engineering:
Zachary Ho
Master of Software Engineering
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research degrees
Join an environment of cross-disciplinary research excellence and work alongside researchers who are creating technological solutions
to global challenges.
As a Melbourne graduate research student, you’ll carry out an independent and sustained research project under the supervision of world-class
researchers. You’ll have access to multiple opportunities to shape your future as an academic, industry professional or entrepreneur. You can
engage in internships, undertake specialist professional development for researchers and showcase your work at conferences and networking
events. Combined with the infrastructure, supervisory and collegial expertise in your lab/workshop/centre and our commitment to foster
innovation and sustainability, you will forge the next stages of your career.
Research disciplines
Biomedical engineering • Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering • Multi-scale cardiac mechanobiology and systems biology
• Biomechanics and Mechanobiology • Biofabrication and matrix mechanobiology of cartilage tissue models
• Biomedical Imaging • Developing advanced biomaterials for stem cell manufacturing and tissue engineering applications
• Neural Engineering • Use of Deep Learning computational methods to characterise cancer burden in PET imaging
• Systems and Synthetic Biology • Novel electrodes for brain computer interfaces
• Biomicrosystems • Transcranial magnetic brain stimulation for depression
• Wearable assistive technologies to enhance performance and mitigate injury
Electrical and electronics • Communications and networks • Games, machine learning, and coding for wireless communications
engineering • Control and signal processing • Optical communication systems – access networks, human-to-machine, hybrid fibre-wireless
• Photonic and electronic systems • Nano-wire, nano-photonic devices and chiral light matter interactions
• Power and energy systems • Real-time simulation and optimisation of smart distribution systems
• Estimation and control for robotic systems
• Networked control systems
• Integrating communications and sensor technologies
• Integrated planning of electricity-gas-hydrogen systems
• Optimisation and ML for Industry 4.0
• Optimisation and control of community energy systems and microgrids
• Quantum machine learning
• Geomatics • Engineering physical and data infrastructures to harness ocean wind power
• Environmental hydrology and water resources • New and emerging technologies for design, operation, and management of transport systems
• 3D digital mapping for land and property
• Urban analytics, sustainability and smart city
• Sustainable management of water and energy in changing climate
• Emerging Earth observation technologies and sustainable solutions to environmental challenges
Mechanical engineering • Robotic and Autonomous Systems • Human and animal biomechanics
• Biomechanics • Air-sea interaction
• Fluid Dynamics • Large scale energy systems
• Thermodynamics • Assistive and rehabilitation robotics
• Material Design and Engineering • Low emission transport
• Design, Manufacturing and Industrial • Dexterous robotic hands and neuroprostheses
Engineering • modelling and experimentation of production variability
• Modular product design and optimisation
• Cutting edge energy systems
• Design of graphene membranes for desalination
• Computing mechanical properties of material defects
• Fluid mechanics in the reduction of airborne infectious viral load
Master of Philosophy Entry requirements Scholarships include:
• Melbourne Research Scholarship: all
Duration: Typically 1.5 years full-time You need:
applicants are automatically considered
• A qualification from a University with a for the Melbourne Research Scholarship.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) well-recognised research profile This scholarship provides a living
Duration: Typically at least 3-3.5 years full-time • Documented support of a University of allowance for up to 3.5 years, fee remission
Melbourne academic to supervise your for up to 4 years, relocation allowance,
project and overseas health cover for international
How to apply students. To view the full benefits of
• Evidence of completing a research project
Applications can be submitted at any time, that accounts for at least 25% of one year’s the scholarship, go to
but make sure to check the deadlines for each work at fourth year Bachelor or Masters go.unimelb.edu.au/ouh6
scholarship selection round. You must secure level • Ingenium Scholarship: this scholarship is
an academic supervisor prior to making an
• A weighted average mark equivalent to open to high achieving domestic students.
application and supply documented evidence.
the University of Melbourne’s 75% is the It provides an annual top-up scholarship
For more information, go to minimum entry requirement. However, and a generous professional development
go.unimelb.edu.au/439r an average mark of 80-85% is more fund. Check the instructions on how to
competitive for scholarships. Please apply: go.unimelb.edu.au/uf4s
Finding a project/supervisor note that “competitive grades” do not
guarantee admission.
To search for available PhD projects and
supervisors, go to
Scholarships
findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au
You’ll be automatically considered for many
scholarships when you apply, and there are
other scholarships or awards that may require
a separate application.
“The Future Engineer Prize has me hopeful about the future and meeting with the sponsors helps
me feel connected to the Faculty and university community. The financial support means I can
spend more time on campus and focus on my studies.”
Joseph Alkarra
Bachelor of Science, Mechatronics Engineering Systems major
Master of Mechatronics Engineering
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If you meet the alternative English language requirements, you can complete the University of
Melbourne English Language Bridging Program (UMELBP) and be eligible for entry:
go.unimelb.edu.au/iq8e
!Please note, the Master of Energy Systems is only offered for entry in Semester 1.
"Specialised masters courses include the Master of Engineering Structures, Master of Environmental Systems Engineering, Master of Engineering Management and Master of Energy Systems.
* Applicants who have completed a Washington Accord accredited engineering degree and are applying for the same engineering discipline (excluding Chemical, Biomedical and Materials) are not
required to submit a syllabus/subject description.
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