Master of Energy Systems

University of Melbourne

Australia, Melbourne

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University of Melbourne

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

075124A

Application Fee

AUD 154

Campuses

Parkville

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines

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Duration 18 month(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 57,984 / year

Master of Energy Systems

About

Overview

Influence, change and guide critical decision-making in the energy sector with a Master of Energy Systems from Australia’s leading university*. Develop the unique set of skills required to analyse energy systems from a technical, commercial and policy standpoint.

The Master of Energy Systems is for students who have completed a degree in engineering, science, business, finance or economics, and are looking to start a career in, or make a change to the energy sector.

^{* Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025}

Learn from world leading experts

Be guided by specialists in renewable energy, transport, and sustainable energy systems. Conduct a cross-disciplinary analysis of technological, economic, financial and policy areas to advance your decision-making skills and recommendations for energy solutions.

Industry aligned curriculum

Take part in an industry project with energy companies, providers, distributors or market operators, organisations specialising in alternative energy sources and more.

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission criteria

To be considered for entry into this course, you must have:

An undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, including:
- at least 12.5 points (one subject) of mathematics, statistics, or another quantitative subject at an appropriate level, and
- A Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 70% (or equivalent).
An undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, including:
- at least 12.5 points (one subject) of mathematics, statistics, or another quantitative subject at an appropriate level, and
- A WAM of at least 65% (or equivalent), and
- At least two years of continuous documented work experience in a relevant field (or equivalent).

Disciplines relevant to this course include commerce, science and engineering.

All applicants to this course will also be required to submit a curriculum vitae (CV).

Meeting the published entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.

Where our admission criteria includes a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) and/or specific subject criteria, these are based on University of Melbourne grades and subjects. If you've studied elsewhere, we'll assess your relevant prior studies and equivalent grades. Your final WAM may be adjusted depending on your previous institution's accreditation, subject grading, and pass marks.

Don't meet the prerequisite subject requirements?

You may have the option to enrol in specific single subjects through the University's Community Access Program, even if you are not enrolled in a course. Completing these prerequisite subjects may qualify you for entry into this course. This option is not available to student visa holders or applicants. Learn more about single subject study.

You can use our graduate coursework grade conversion eligibility calculator to get an indication of whether you are eligible for this course based on your previous studies and Weighted Average Mark (WAM).

Calculate your eligibility

English language requirements

All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test. If you are from a non-English speaking background, the required standard of English for this degree is one of the following English proficiency test scores:

English language test score requirements
If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:

IELTS

6.5

with no band less than 6.0
TOEFL

79+

with writing 21; speaking 18; reading 13; listening 13
PEARSON

64+

with no communicative skill below 60
CAMBRIDGE

176+

with no skill less than 169
*Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English Only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE). If a test displays N/A, it means it is not accepted for this course.

About selection

When assessing applications, the Selection Committee will consider your previous studies and academic performance.

The Selection Committee may request additional information to clarify any aspect of an application, according to the University’s Academic Board rules regarding selection instruments.

Meeting the published entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.

The Selection Committee will also consider your curriculum vitae (CV).

English Program Requirements

English language test score requirements

If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:

IELTS

6.5

with no band less than 6.0

TOEFL

79+

with writing 21; speaking 18; reading 13; listening 13

PEARSON

64+

with no communicative skill below 60

CAMBRIDGE

176+

with no skill less than 169

*Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English Only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE). If a test displays N/A, it means it is not accepted for this course.

Career

The Master of Energy Systems will prepare you to tackle emerging energy issues and guide critical decision-making in the energy sector. You’ll have the expertise to examine energy finance, economics and markets, combined with advanced understanding of renewable and non-renewable energy systems.

Our graduates work in diverse areas including:

Industries	Companies	Job roles
Automotive Solar energy Renewable energy Thermal energy Nuclear energy Transport Startups	AEMO Andritz Hydro Asociación Empresas Eléctricas A.G. GE Renewable Energy Hoerbiger MCS International Co Ltd Origin Energy Tesla Energy 1circle Energy Solafast	Project Manager Associate Systems Engineer Development Manager Consultant Executive Engineer Senior Engineer Project Mechanical Engineer Business Evaluation Manager Principal Engineer Analyst Senior Energy Economist Senior Market Modeller Co-founder