Master of Professional Engineering (Agricultural Engineering) at University of Southern Queensland

University of Southern Queensland

Australia, Toowoomba

University Rank:#410

The Master of Professional Engineering (Agricultural Engineering) at University of Southern Queensland is a Master program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered hybrid at the Toowoomba campus in Australia, the program is taught in English and takes 2 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. Tuition fees are USD 25,837 / year(s), with the next intake on September 8, 2026.

About Master of Professional Engineering (Agricultural Engineering)

Overview

UniSQ is the only provider of Agricultural Engineering degrees in both Australia and New Zealand, and has links to the world class research centre – Centre for Agricultural Engineering.
With an emphasis on practical experience and industry relevant courses, you will be thoroughly prepared for the engineering profession.
In addition to the hands-on laboratory sessions and 60 days industry experience, you will complete a research project and dissertation applying all your formal knowledge to a real world problem. Whether this is sustainable agricultural production, the environmental impact of intensive agriculture or water allocation, your project will provide insight to the profession of an Agricultural Engineer.
The research project and dissertation can also be a stepping stone to further research degrees, such as PhD.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Professional Engineering (Agricultural Engineering) at University of Southern Queensland

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Australian university three or four-year Bachelor degree in engineering in the relevant specialisation, or equivalent.
Or
Australian university four-year Bachelor degree in engineering in a non-related specialisation, or equivalent.

To be eligible for advanced standing entry:

Completion of an Australian university four-year embedded honours degree in engineering in the same or closely related cognate specialisation (major).

English language requirements

You are required to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 with a minimum 6.0 in each subscore. UniSQ also accepts other English language proficiency tests.

If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can apply to study with our English language partner, the Union Institute of Language (UIL).

Inherent requirements

There are inherent requirements that must be met in order to successfully complete this degree. Inherent requirements are fundamental skills, capabilities and knowledge that students must be able to demonstrate in order to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the degree, while maintaining the academic integrity of the degree. Please read and understand the inherent requirements specific to the Master of Professional Engineering before applying.

If you think you may experience any problems meeting inherent requirements, you can talk to a Student Equity Officer about reasonable adjustments that may be put in place to assist you. Any reasonable adjustments made must not fundamentally change the nature of the inherent requirement.

English Program Requirements

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Professional Engineering (Agricultural Engineering)

Career outcomes

As an agricultural engineer your career pathway could lead you to work in a laboratory, research station, forest or farm. You will be well-placed to research and develop solutions to conserve the world’s natural resources.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

25,837 / year(s)

Master of Professional Engineering (Agricultural Engineering) at University of Southern Queensland

University of Southern Queensland

Australia, Toowoomba