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Advance your technical knowledge, skills and professional competencies in an area of engineering.
This offering version is phasing out and no longer taking applications. You may be able to apply for a later version.
Join us at Curtin Kalgoorlie to find out more about our regional campus and discover where a degree from Curtin can take you.
The course is not suitable for graduates of a four-year undergraduate degree, with Engineers Australia accreditation in the same discipline. Those holding an EA accredited qualification and seeking a masters level qualification in the same discipline are encouraged to consider applying for entry to the Master of Philosophy.
Applicants seeking entry who do not hold such a qualification are required to first complete the one-year Graduate Diploma in Professional Engineering.
Professional engineers apply their knowledge and skills to design innovative solutions to engineering problems, often using technology.
The Master of Professional Engineering equips you with the technical knowledge, skills and professional competencies that allow you to work as a professional engineer upon graduation.
Completion of this course demonstrates attainment of the Stage 1 competency standards for Professional Engineers required by Engineers Australia (EA), subject to EA accreditation. Direct entry to this course is available if you have a four-year engineering qualification in a discipline related to your intended major. Otherwise, you may need to complete the Graduate Diploma in Professional Engineering prior to enrolling in this course.
During this course, you must gain at least 12 weeks of exposure to engineering professional practice and keep a formal log book to record your experience. In your final year, you will complete a major research or design project that will draw upon and integrate knowledge and skills attained through the course.
You can choose one of the following majors:
The course is being submitted for accreditation. Graduates will meet the Stage 1 competencies for professional engineer status, subject to Engineers Australia accreditation.
What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.
Applicants require a 4-year Engineering degree from a recognised institution in the same discipline of study. Students who have completed the Graduate Diploma of Professional Engineering degree at Curtin will be considered to have met the above course requirement.
Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.
You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.
Writing
6.0
Speaking
6.0
Reading
6.0
Listening
6.0
Overall band score
6.0
Fee information is not available for this course at this time. Find estimated course fees.
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