Master of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering)

    Master of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering)

    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 34,306 / yaer
    Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026
    Master of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering)

    About

    Expand your expertise and advance your career with cutting-edge skills in electrical and electronic engineering.

    This degree will equip you to work at the cutting-edge of developments in:

    • electrical energy generation and distribution
    • automation
    • control
    • instrumentation
    • computing technologies
    • electronic circuit design and fabrication
    • microsystem and information technology
    • communication and network engineering

    You will also enhance your professional skills in research, problem-solving, communication, teamwork and leadership.

    Graduates can find work in a range of industries including electrical engineering, electronic engineering, power generation and distribution, aerospace, automotive, computer, telecommunications, manufacturing, resources and defence.

    Why study the Master of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) at RMIT?

    Graduate job-ready

    Gain hands-on experience via laboratory work, work-integrated learning, research projects, consulting and design projects.

    Globally recognised

    Ranked in the top 10 universities in Australia and in the top 150 universities globally for electrical and electronic engineering.*

    Extensive industry links

    Connect with industry through work-integrated learning experiences, research projects and industry-sponsored student design projects.

    *[QS rankings by subject 2024]

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or international equivalent) in one of the following fields: Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Communication Engineering or Network Engineering with a GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0.

    Applicants who have a successfully completed a relevant degree (as above) with a GPA of at least 1.5 out of 4, will be considered if they have at least 3 years of relevant industry experience.

    OR

    Successful completion of an Australian postgraduate qualification (or international equivalent) in a related discipline (as above).

    OR

    Applicants without any relevant prior qualification will be considered if they have at least 10 years of relevant industry experience.

    If you wish to have industry or employment experience assessed as part of meeting the entry requirements you will need to provide a detailed CV/resume listing previous positions, dates of employment and position responsibilities; a statement from your employer confirming these details (or contact details of employer so RMIT can seek confirmation); and evidence of any relevant professional development undertaken.

    International qualifications are assessed for comparability to Australian qualifications according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

    • IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
    • TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
    • Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
    • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

    For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

    Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

    Career

    Exciting developments in this field offer excellent career opportunities. These developments include advancements in energy generation, distribution, automation and control, as well as electronic instrumentation, devices, sensors and telecommunications technologies.

    In the private sector, graduates work in the design, manufacture, and supply of engineering devices, systems, and services. They work as technical experts, technical or business managers, or executive officers. You could start up your own business in local and global markets or undertake higher studies by research.

    In the public sector, graduates develop essential services for the community in telecommunications, networks, energy, transportation, security, defence, health, education, emergency services and environmental protection.

    Our graduates have gone onto work for companies such as Telstra, Optus, iiNET, Huawei, DJI, Hikvision, State Grid, Dahua Technology (China), TSMC (Taiwan) and the Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    34,306 / yaer
    Application Fee 100

    How to Apply

    Step 1: Find a course

    Step 2: Check the entry requirements

    Step 3: Collect required documents

    Step 4: Submit your application

    If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students. 

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    Master of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering)
    RMIT University
    RMIT University
    Australia

    Australia, Melbourne