The Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science at University of New South Wales is a Certificate program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the Kensington campus in Sydney, Australia, the program is taught in English and takes 1 year(s) to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities.

About Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science

The Graduate Certificate of Engineering Science is designed for engineers and graduates wanting to develop and expand their knowledge and skills in an area of specialisation. It will enable you to meet or maintain professional accreditation standards and provide opportunities for continuing professional development as well interaction with those at the cutting edge of their discipline.

You’ll add breadth to your knowledge of engineering in general and expand your knowledge and skills in engineering management, as well as developing your technical knowledge and ability to analyse engineering problems.

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Postgraduate study at UNSW Engineering gives you the opportunity to make a career change or progress in your current field. We offer study options in more engineering disciplines than any other Australian university. Our degrees are designed to help you specialise in your field and supercharge your career in engineering.

UNSW Engineering is a leader in engineering education and research. We’re ranked number 1 for engineering in Australia* and 49th globally.

We’re also ranked:

We’re ranked 1st in Australia for Civil & Structural Engineering
1st in Australia for Electrical & Electronic Engineering
1st in Australia for Mechanical, Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering
1st in Australia for Mineral & Mining Engineering
3rd in Australia for Chemical Engineering
4th in Australia for Computer Science

UNSW Engineering is the largest engineering faculty in Australia. With eight schools and more than 70 years’ experience, our researchers are at the forefront of exciting technological developments engaging in partnerships both here and overseas.

UNSW is known for its graduate employability, with UNSW awarded the Most Employable Students Award in the AFR Top100 Future Leaders Awards for 5 consecutive years (2020-2024)*. Australia’s top employers prefer UNSW Engineering graduates over any other university and we’re ranked 29th in the world for employer reputation.

At UNSW Engineering you’ll benefit from a diverse and welcoming community with plenty to keep you busy. UNSW Engineering boasts 16 student societies including a society for each school. Get involved in Queer Students in Stem, Women in Renewable Energy Society or Robogals. UNSW’s Women in Engineering (WIE) society runs social and industry events as well as programs designed to mentor and develop female engineers.

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admissions to the standard 1 year program requires the following:

A bachelor's degree or AQF Level 7 equivalent in a cognate discipline with a minimum 65% average.

You can view our list of cognate disciplines for this degree here.

English Program Requirements

Faculty Undergraduate Postgraduate coursework Postgraduate research
Engineering 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest) 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest) 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

Career

Future careers

UNSW Engineering graduates are some of the most sought-after engineers in Australia and abroad thanks to the reputation of our research and teaching.

Your career opportunities will depend on your area of specialisation. Visit the various engineering degree specialisations for examples of career opportunities.

Fee Information

Application Fee 150

Certificate in Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science at University of New South Wales