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Master of Engineering

  • Masters (Coursework)

Discover the latest developments in the field of engineering and research a topic of your interest with the Master of Engineering. Complete either a thesis or a research project in engineering.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Course Code
AK1325
Study Mode
In person, Online
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Fees
$9,203 per year / $10,277 total
International Fees
$42,900 per year / $43,974 total

About this course

Discover the latest developments in the field of engineering and research a topic of your interest with the Master of Engineering. Complete either a thesis or a research project in engineering.

Entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements

Must have completed one of the following with a B grade average or higher, or equivalent:

  • Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)¹
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering¹
  • Bachelor of Engineering Technology including the Course ENGE601²

1. You can study the 120-point (one-year full-time) Master of Engineering.
2. Applicants with a three-year engineering degree will be enrolled in the 180-point Master of Engineering.

Applicants must normally have completed an advanced level of calculus at least equivalent to NZQF Level 6.

Applicants to the research pathway are also required to submit a Postgraduate Research Proposal (PGR1 form) before enrolling in the thesis.

International student entry requirements

English language requirements
  • IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent

English language requirements

Study locations

City Campus

Distance

Online

Career pathways

  • Research and development engineer
  • Systems engineer
  • Biomedical engineer
  • Manufacturing engineer
  • Computer engineer
  • Electrical engineer
  • Mechanical engineer
  • Telecommunication engineer
  • Opportunities to become a researcher in higher education establishments

Course structure

There are two pathways:

  • Research pathway (includes a thesis)
  • Coursework pathway (includes a research project)

Depending on your previous qualifications and experience you will be enrolled in either the 120-point (one-year full-time) Master of Engineering or the 180-point (1.5 years full-time) Master of Engineering.

120-point Master of Engineering

Applicants who have previously completed a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) or a Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering can apply for the 120-point Master of Engineering.

Students in this pathway will focus on academic research, closely working with one of AUT's well-established research centres. An academic supervisor will be appointed to guide and direct you for the duration of the thesis.

Applicants admitted on the basis of a postgraduate diploma or honours degree who have completed a Research Methods Course may be able to enrol directly into the thesis.

You need to complete:
180-point Master of Engineering

Applicants with a three-year engineering degree will be enrolled in the 180-point Master of Engineering.

Students in this pathway will focus on academic research, closely working with one of AUT's well-established research centres. An academic supervisor will be appointed to guide and direct you for the duration of the thesis.

You need to complete:
Engineering coursesGeneral engineering courses

*These three courses are offered online.

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