Overview

Key facts

Graduates of the Engineering (Professional) MEng program offered at James Cook University will demonstrate in-depth knowledge of advanced engineering methods through their application in engineering practice. These include design processes, whole system approaches, contemporary project management tools, and decision-making strategies.
Gain an understanding of the relevance of engineering in society, with specific reference to practices and priorities for creating sustainable communities and industries in the tropics.
Plan and execute either a substantial research-based project, capstone experience or scholarship piece within a professional workplace environment. Gain advanced technical knowledge including an understanding of recent developments in engineering.

Career Opportunities

Work as a graduate engineer in Australia and abroad. Upon completing the course, you will be accredited by Engineers Australia for Stage 1 competency standards (accreditation in process).
You will be a job-ready graduate with competencies in advanced engineering techniques. You will have the broader skillsets and attributes required to work and succeed as a professional engineer.
You will also gain a head-start in preparing for Stage 2 competency standards prescribed by Engineers Australia for Professional Engineers.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Career Planning

Risk engineering and Systems Safety

Data Science

Advanced Asset Management and Reliability

People in Organisations

Engineering Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-02-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-07 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-12-20 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-07-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-10 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-23 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

52

TOEFL^® IBT

74

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Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology View 171 other Masters in General Engineering & Technology in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

52

TOEFL^® IBT

74

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 098486G
Completion of a four-year Bachelor of Engineering at AQF Level 7 (or equivalent) in any discipline; or Completion of three years of the Bachelor of Engineering at Xi’an University of Technology (XUT) approved under the JCU-XUT Articulation Schedule only. Note: Entry for Master of Engineering (Professional) in Water Resource Management; Internet of Things and Data Engineering; and Electrical and Renewable Energy majors require completion of a four-year Bachelor of Engineering at AQF Level 7 (or equivalent) in a discipline cognate to the major.

Tuition Fee

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International

39280 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 39280 AUD per year during 24 months.
National

33741 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33741 AUD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Townsville

1500 - 2800 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Engineering (Professional).

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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