Program Overview
The Professional Engineering (Mechatronics) at University of Newcastle is a Master programme in Engineering over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Professional Engineering (Mechatronics) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 36,280 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 26,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Newcastle, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Professional Engineering (Mechatronics) programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Managing Engineering Projects
- Linear Control and Estimation
- Nonlinear Control and Estimation
- Engineering Complexity
- Advanced Estimation
- Real-time Optimisation for Embedded Systems
- Mechatronics Design 1
- Mechatronics Design 2
- MPE Thesis A: Experimental Methods
- MPE Thesis B
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Direct Admission into the 1 Year MPE (Mechatronics) Program*:
- Graduates from the University of Newcastle or another institution with a Bachelor Honours Degree (AQF 8) with Class 2 Division 2 or above in Mechatronics Engineering
- Graduates from the University of Newcastle or another institution with a Bachelor Honours Degree (AQF 8) in Mechatronics Engineering with a Newcastle calculated GPA of 4.5 or above
Direct Admission into the 2 Year MPE (Mechatronics) Program*:
- Graduates from the University of Newcastle or another institution with a Bachelor Degree (AQF 7) in Mechatronics Engineering AND a Newcastle calculated GPA of 4.5 or above
Direct Admission into the MPE Program:
- Applicants currently undertaking or having completed the Master of Engineering Management program at the University of Newcastle may be admitted to the Master of Professional Engineering in the same discipline area as their undergraduate engineering degree. The volume of learning required for the MPE will be assessed for individual applicants based on their background.
*Further Admission Requirements (if applicable)
Alternative Engineering Disciplines:
Applications for the Master of Professional Engineering (Mechatronics) from graduates from a different engineering discipline other than mechatronics engineering are welcomed, but will be assessed for eligibility on an individual basis by the Faculty.
GPA Equivalence for Non-University of Newcastle Applicants:
Applicants from external institutions will be required to provide transcripts of previous studies to allow assessment of GPA equivalence on the University of Newcastle scale.
Alternate Entry Path Incorporating Work Experience:
Applications from graduates with an appropriate Bachelor Degree (AQF 7) or Honours Degree (AQF 8 ) in engineering not meeting the above requirements, BUT with significant relevant work experience will be assessed for eligibility on an individual basis by the Faculty.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 36,280 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 26,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 36,280 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 26,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Newcastle directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Newcastle
University of Newcastle
New South Wales, Australia
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University Profile- Application Deadline Jul, 2027
- Start Date Jul, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
