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

University of Southern Queensland

Australia, Toowoomba

University Rank:#410

International students can study the Master of Professional Engineering (Civil Engineering) at University of Southern Queensland on the Toowoomba campus in Australia. This Master degree is available as a Full Time program delivered hybrid in English. The program has a duration of 2 years and is offered at the Toowoomba campus. Tuition fees are USD 25,837 / year(s), and students can apply for the next intake starting on September 8, 2026.

About Master of Professional Engineering (Civil Engineering)

Overview

Ideal if you hold a 3 year engineering degree but have no work experience.
With a focus on practical experience you will have the opportunity to undertake hands-on laboratory sessions and 60 days of industry experience. You will also complete a research project and dissertation applying all your formal knowledge to a real world problem. Whether this is the risks posed by natural disasters to structures or testing new construction materials, your project will provide insight to the profession of a Civil 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 (Civil Engineering) at University of Southern Queensland

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Recent secondary education

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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 (Civil Engineering)

Career outcomes

As a civil engineering graduate possible career roles include civil engineer, construction engineer, structural engineer, transport engineer or water supply distribution engineer in either the public or private sector.
There are great opportunities for travel with consulting and contracting engineers often moving from one major engineering site to another. Your expertise could land you a job in some of the largest construction projects in the engineering world.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

25,837 / year(s)

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

University of Southern Queensland

Australia, Toowoomba