Master of Aerospace Engineering MAerospaceEng at University of Auckland

About

Aotearoa’s space industry is growing, as is its capacity for innovation in industry and research. Get a head start in your career in this exciting field with the MAerospaceEng, designed to equip students with the skills, knowledge and expertise to be effective employees in a field with increasing national and global economic significance.

Our courses in Aerospace Engineering are supported by Te Pūnaha Ātea | Auckland Space Institute, which aims to enhance the growth of the New Zealand space sector. The institute is led by academics with deep expertise in the aerospace sector, making the University of Auckland ideally placed to deliver an excellent teaching and learning experience for our students. The MAerospaceEng programme has also received additional endorsements from the New Zealand Space Agency, Rocket Lab CEO Peter Beck and the Royal Aeronautical Society.

We also offer opportunities for practical projects with industry partners. This ensures that you’re prepared to fulfill your future workforce’s demands for complex problem solving, innovation and entrepreneurship.

Information pack

Learn more about the Master of Aerospace Engineering. (1 MB, PDF)

Disciplines

Engineering

Requirements

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

My highest qualification is from:

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Study option

Taught 120 points

Grade required

GPA Grade Point Average 5.0
Study option

Taught 180 points

Grade required

GPA Grade Point Average 5.0
Study option

Research 120 points

Grade required

GPA Grade Point Average 5.0
Study option

Research 180 points

Grade required

GPA Grade Point Average 5.0

Calculate your Grade Point Average (GPA)

Further programme requirements

Select your study option:

Taught 120 points Taught 180 points Research 120 points Research 180 points

You must have completed either:

A BE or BE(Hons) and passed with a GPA of 5.0 in at least 60 points at Stage III.

Or

A BE or BE(Hons) and passed 60 points toward a relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma with a GPA of 5.0 or higher.

Or

A relevant Bachelors degree with a GPA of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II and at least three years of relevant professional experience approved by the Programme Director

Or

A relevant Bachelors degree and a relevant Postgraduate Diploma (or equivalent) with a GPA of 5.0 or higher

Whether a qualification is considered relevant will depend on the courses passed and the applicant’s intended specialisation. Qualifications in applied science, engineering or technology may be considered relevant

A BE or BE(Hons) and passed 60 points toward a relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma with a GPA of 5.0 or higher.

You must have completed either:

A BE or BE(Hons) and passed with a GPA of 5.0 in at least 60 points at Stage III.

Or

A BE or BE(Hons) and passed 60 points toward a relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma with a GPA of 5.0 or higher.

Or

A relevant Bachelors degree with a GPA of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II and at least three years of relevant professional experience approved by the Programme Director

Or

A relevant Bachelors degree and a relevant Postgraduate Diploma (or equivalent) with a GPA of 5.0 or higher

Whether a qualification is considered relevant will depend on the courses passed and the applicant’s intended specialisation. Qualifications in applied science, engineering or technology may be considered relevant

Completed a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II.

Other pathways to study

If you do not meet the entry requirements, you can still gain entry by passing 60 points a relevant postgraduate diploma or postgraduate certificate with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher.

Whether a qualification is considered relevant will depend on the courses passed. Qualifications in applied science, engineering, information technology, science or technology may be considered relevant.

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Study option

Taught 120 points

Grade required

GPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0
Study option

Taught 180 points

Grade required

GPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0
Study option

Research 120 points

Grade required

GPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0
Study option

Research 180 points

Grade required

GPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0
Qualification

IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System

Score required

6.5

No bands less than 6.0.

See alternative English language requirements

Calculate your Grade Point Equivalent (GPE)

Further programme requirements

Select your study option:

Taught 120 points Taught 180 points Research 120 points Research 180 points

You must have completed a relevant four-year Bachelor's degree at a recognised university (or similar institution) that includes:

One year of postgraduate-level study
A research project or dissertation comprising at least one-quarter of the final year

Or

You must have completed one year of relevant postgraduate study, following an undergraduate degree.

Must have completed an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject area from a recognised university (or similar institution).

You must have completed a relevant four-year Bachelor's degree at a recognised university (or similar institution) that includes:

One year of postgraduate-level study
A research project or dissertation comprising at least one-quarter of the final year

Or

You must have completed one year of relevant postgraduate study, following an undergraduate degree.

Must have completed an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject area from a recognised university (or similar institution).

Other pathways to study

If you do not meet the GPA requirement, you can still gain entry by passing 60 points in the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering in a relevant subject or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering in a relevant subject or Postgraduate Certificate in Aerospace Engineering or Postgraduate Diploma in Aerospace Engineering from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, provided that the postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma has not been awarded .

In exceptional circumstances, we will consider you for entry if you have completed a bachelor's degree and have three years of relevant professional work experience.

Career

Where could this programme take you?

Aotearoa's aerospace industry is making a significant, growing contribution to our economy, employing a productive and highly skilled workforce. Pursuing a dedicated study option opens opportunities in aeronautics, astronautics, space systems and aerospace management, in technical or management roles, as well as pathways to employment in academia.

Jobs related to this programme

Aerospace Engineer
Launch Services Engineer
Payload Engineer
Project Manager
R&D Engineer
Space Mission Design & Operations
Space System Engineer
Technical Director, CTO

Further study options

Doctor of Philosophy

See all study options

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Key Information for Students

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Fee Information

Tuition Fee

NZD 52,842

Application Fee

NZD

Master of Aerospace Engineering MAerospaceEng

University of Auckland

University of Auckland

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