Postgraduate
Master of Professional Engineering
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Domestic Student Fees
Eligible Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) students can use the HECS-HELP loan program to pay their tuition fees. For Full-Fee Paying (FFP) places, students are charged an annual course fee.
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Note, tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase up to 7.5 per cent per annum.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
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Admission requirements
If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate degree, find out the admission details below
Admission Requirements
(a) a UWA bachelor's degree with a major in MJD-ENGSC Engineering Science1 or Bachelor of Automation and Robotics; or
(b) a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and
(i) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent; and
(ii) prior studies in engineering, physics or mathematics;
or
(c) completed units in the Master of Professional Engineering Preliminary course at UWA as prescribed by the School of Engineering;
or
(d) completed a UWA Diploma in Science with a major in MJD-ENGSC Engineering Science1
1 Students are required to achieve a course weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent in their bachelor's degree or a weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent in the Level 3 units of the Engineering Science major.
Ranking and Selection Process
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
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Course details
This course is subsidised for Australian residents through Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). Visit our fee calculator for CSP rates and an estimate on your course fees.
About the course
Quick details
- Available
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- 12 hours per unit, including contact hours, personal study and examinations.
- Postgraduate
- 62550
- 081025J
Course structure
Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.
Meet our students
Why study Master of Professional Engineering?
- Upon successful completion, you’ll have an internationally recognised qualification that allows you to practice as a professional engineer
- The Engineering program at UWA has been developed in consultation with industry to equip students with the skills to succeed in their future careers
- Our academics are leading experts in their field with strong industry connections ensuring you will be well equipped to meet industry demands
- You’ll undertake design and research project units and a 12-week professional practicum where you’ll work closely with prospective employers to build connections, industry knowledge and the most up-to-date, relevant, and in-demand skillset
Course accreditation
The Master of Professional Engineering (MPE) has been assessed for accreditation by Engineers Australia, the national accreditation body.
All specialisations including the Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical and Electronic, Environmental, Mechanical, Mining and Software specialisations are fully accredited by Engineers Australia.
The Software specialisation has been provisionally accredited by the Australian Computer Society.
The Chemical specialisation is fully accredited by the Institution of Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE).