Master of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)

RMIT University

Australia, Melbourne

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RMIT University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

087987K

Application Fee

AUD 100

Campuses

Melbourne City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025

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Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 46,080 / year

Next Intake July-2025

Master of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)

About

Develop the knowledge to implement new technologies, operating practices and systems in process, automotive, manufacturing, mining, energy and infrastructure-oriented businesses.

Studying in the heart of Melbourne, the Master of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) will help you gain specialist knowledge in:

advanced CAE
advanced dynamics
advanced control
advanced solid mechanics
advanced thermo fluids.

You’ll also build high-level technical knowledge and appropriate professional skills such as management, leadership and business enterprise. And, with a focus on project-based and multidisciplinary learning, you'll develop your professional engineering competencies in teamwork, leadership, problem solving, communication and research.

Upon graduation, you’ll be ready to step up as a project leader, consultant or manager in the mechanical engineering space.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or international equivalent) in one of the following fields: Aerospace, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Sustainable Systems or Automotive 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.

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

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

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

Exemptions

Some applicants may be eligible for exemptions. Approved exemptions may change the duration of their study in the program

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

Advances in the energy, mining, automotive and manufacturing industries are driving the need for mechanical engineers with advanced skills in the latest technologies. The Master of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) delivers.

Graduates have gone onto work for companies such as the Ford Motor Company Australia, Air International (Futuris), the Chinese Academy of Sciences (China) and DNE New Energy Technology Ogy Ltd (China).

With today’s employers seeking mechanical engineers’ skills across everything from mechanical systems design, advanced manufacturing and mechatronics to bio- and nanotechnology, you'll find employment in a wide range of fields – including construction, energy, infrastructure, mining, building services and food processing.

Typical roles include:

R&D leader introducing new technologies and research and development
Team leader implementing operational strategies
Operations manager responsible for the competitive performance of a unit
Consultant providing specialist technical advice to industry.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 46,080

Application Fee

AUD 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

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