Program Overview
The Professional Engineering at Swinburne University of Technology 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 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 34,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Professional Engineering 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
- 5 Core Academic units
- 1 Research Design unit
- 1 Professional Engineering Entrepreneurship Research unit
- 4 Specialisation units (from one specialisation)
- 1 Industry Project unit
- 2 Elective units (chosen from any other specialisation)
- Technology Management
- Engineering Project Management
- Research Methods
- Creativity and Innovation
- Introduction to Risk and Due Diligence
- Professional Masters Industry Project
- Professional Engineering Entrepreneurship Project
- Research Design and Methodology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entry requirements
The admission requirements for Master of Professional Engineering consist of:- A Bachelor of Engineering degree, or
- A Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree, or
- A Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of Engineering degree following on from a Bachelor of Engineering degree, or
- A qualification deemed to be equivalent (in the opinion of the selection officer) to any of the above
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 34,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: AUD 34,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Swinburne University of Technology 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 Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne University of Technology
Hawthorn, Australia
Swinburne University of Technology is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline Dec, 2026
- Start Date Feb, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
