Master of Engineering Structures

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

053355A

Application Fee

AUD 154

Campuses

Parkville

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 57,984 / year

Next Intake July-2026

Master of Engineering Structures

About

Overview

Deepen your engineering expertise with the Master of Engineering Structures at Australia’s leading university.* Learn to design, plan and construct sustainable, resilient structures that can withstand extreme events.

The Master of Engineering Structures is designed for qualified engineers who are looking to change their field of work or advance in their careers.

^{* Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025}

Learn from world leading experts

Be guided by specialists in infrastructure design, including earthquake and blast-resistant technologies. You’ll also learn from a dynamic mix of in-house and guest seminar experts on leading structural research topics including: sustainable construction and harnessing geothermal energy for greener and cheaper heating.

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission criteria

To be considered for entry into this course, you must have one of the following:

A four-year degree in structural engineering, with:
- A Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 65% (or equivalent)
A four-year degree in civil engineering, with:
- A WAM of at least 65% (or equivalent), and either:
- One year of documented relevant work experience, OR
- 30% of the final year of the degree dedicated to structural engineering subjects.
A three-year undergraduate degree in structural engineering, with
- A WAM of at least 65% (or equivalent), AND
- At least two years of documented relevant work experience since graduation.

A three-year undergraduate degree in civil engineering, with
A WAM of at least 65% (or equivalent), AND
At least three years of documented relevant work experience since graduation.

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.

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.

If relevant to your application, 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

Careers

When you graduate, you’ll be prepared for senior structural engineering roles in fields such as sustainable urban development, construction, mining and more.

Transferable skillset

You’ll further your transferable skillset with expertise that will be highly valued in management consulting, finance, business analysis, project management and many other areas.

Our graduates are working in industries such as:

Industries	Companies	Job roles
Civil Engineering Construction Geotechnical Engineering Manufacturing Mining Oil and Gas Transport Consulting Utilities Water Resources Engineering	AECOM Arup Aurecon BHP Billiton Boston Consulting Group City West Water GeoAust Geotechnical Engineers GHD Golder Associates Jacobs John Holland Lendlease Melbourne Metro Rail Authority Multiplex Shell	Project Engineer Site Engineer Geotechnical Engineer Structural Engineer Civil Engineer Consultant Design Engineer Tunnel Engineer Field Engineer Build Reports Consultant Construction Engineer Rail Engineer Drainage Engineer