Master of Professional Engineering

Note

Students who do not meet the admission requirements may be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Engineering Studies (C11238) or the Master of Engineering (C04271)

This course is for technical specialists and non-accredited professional engineers seeking an Engineers Australia-accredited qualification to advance their careers. Choose this program to elevate your expertise in your chosen discipline and prepare for professional engineering practice.

What sets this course apart is its integrated approach to professional engineering practice, combining professional engineering subjects, engineering discipline subjects, an independent project, and an engineering practice stream. You'll not only expand your existing knowledge but can also engage in a 12-week professional experience or equivalent to meet Engineers Australia's requirements.

You'll acquire advanced knowledge and practical skills, particularly through an independent graduate project in your selected major. This course is ideal if you're aiming to refine your abilities and attain an accredited professional qualification. Choose this path to become a more competent and sought-after engineering professional.

This course allows students to choose a program of study that not only helps to deepen the body of knowledge acquired in their first degree, but also gives them an opportunity to embark on a 12-week professional experience or equivalent (as required by Engineers Australia). It also provides a unique opportunity to deepen their knowledge and gain practical skills by undertaking an independent engineering graduate project in their chosen major.

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have the following:

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree, or overseas equivalent, in Engineering or Information Technology, at the Engineering technologist level or below, with more than 75% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included)

Applicants who do not meet the above pass-rate requirement will be considered if they have one of the following in addition to a completed Australian bachelor’s degree, or overseas equivalent, in Engineering or Information Technology, at the Engineering technologist level or below:

• Completed Australian graduate diploma or graduate certificate, or overseas equivalent, in any field of study with more than 75% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included) AND A minimum of 2 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience

OR

• Completed Australian master’s or doctoral degree, or overseas equivalent, in any field of study AND A minimum of 2 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience

Applicants with a completed a Bachelor of Engineering that is accredited by Engineers Australia at the level of Professional Engineer should apply for the C04271 Master of Engineering or C04277 Master of Engineering (Extension).

Applicants who are seeking accreditation by Engineers Australia at the level of Professional Engineer but do not meet the criteria above should consider Undergraduate options such as C09066 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), C09067 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Diploma in Professional Engineering Practice.

Applicants who are not seeking accreditation should consider applying for C11238 Graduate Certificate in Engineering Studies, noting that this course is a not a pathway to C04309 Master of Professional Engineering.

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience:

• Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
  • A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
  • A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
  • A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
  • An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
  • A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have the following:

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree, or overseas equivalent, in Engineering or Information Technology, at the Engineering technologist level or below, with more than 75% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included)

Applicants who do not meet the above pass-rate requirement will be considered if they have one of the following in addition to a completed Australian bachelor’s degree, or overseas equivalent, in Engineering or Information Technology, at the Engineering technologist level or below:

• Completed Australian graduate diploma or graduate certificate, or overseas equivalent, in any field of study with more than 75% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included) AND A minimum of 2 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience

OR

• Completed Australian master’s or doctoral degree, or overseas equivalent, in any field of study AND A minimum of 2 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience

Applicants with a completed a Bachelor of Engineering that is accredited by Engineers Australia at the level of Professional Engineer should apply for the C04271 Master of Engineering or C04277 Master of Engineering (Extension).

Applicants who are seeking accreditation by Engineers Australia at the level of Professional Engineer but do not meet the criteria above should consider Undergraduate options such as C09066 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), C09067 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Diploma in Professional Engineering Practice.

Applicants who are not seeking accreditation should consider applying for C11238 Graduate Certificate in Engineering Studies, noting that this course is a not a pathway to C04309 Master of Professional Engineering.

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience:

• Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
  • A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
  • A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
  • A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
  • An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
  • A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.