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Postgraduate Coursework

Master of Engineering

Key details

Duration

2 year/s full-time
4 year/s part-time
2 year/s full-time

Intake

Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Semester
On campus - Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Semester
Online - No
Important Dates

Locations

Casuarina campus, Online
Casuarina campus

Credit points required

160

Course code

SENG01
SATAC/UAC codes

Overview

Become an effective leader in your field of engineering and build research skills. 

The 2-year Master of Engineering course will build on your previous knowledge and allow you to upgrade your qualifications.

Study 100% online, or on-campus with flexibility to study full-time or part-time, and learn from award-winning engineers and lecturers. 

This 2-year course specifically offers hands-on, practical experience, which will help you in your future career as a professional engineer. Special emphasis is placed on the themes of sustainability, creativity, teamwork, design, research and leadership.

This course has been developed in consultation with, and supported by, industry leaders so you'll graduate with engineering skills that directly align with international industry requirements.

As a professional:

Civil and structural engineer, you will be continually challenging traditional civil and construction methods with creativity and innovation to help design and manage structures for the modern world. Key areas include structures, water resources, roads and traffic, bridges, and marine structures.

Electrical and electronics engineer, you will be able to contribute significantly to the design, automation and control of devices which make modern life convenient. You will be involved in electronics, telecommunications, biomedical applications, and power generation and distribution, including renewable energy. You will develop skills in communication methods, electronic control systems and power engineering, together with a background of sustainable engineering principles.

Mechanical engineer, you will be able to make significant contributions to the design and development of machinery to improve transportation, and to provide affordable solutions for manufacturing and industrial production. Key areas include mechatronics, robotics, biomechanical applications, aeroplanes, cars, pumps and pipelines.



Professional recognition


The Master of Engineering (all specialisations) is accredited by Engineers Australia at the level of Professional Engineer and therefore recognised internationally under the Washington Accord.

Credit transfers and advanced standing

Pathways


Pathways for Higher Education to Higher Education

For information about credit transfer available to students with complete or incomplete study at this or other Institutions refer to Pathways for Higher Education to Higher Education

Credit transfer

For further information on credit transfer and how to apply visit ASK CDU

Credit transfers and advanced standing

Credit transfer

For further information on credit transfer and how to apply visit ASK CDU

Fees

Both Commonwealth supported (CS) and full fee (FF) places are available for this course. If you would like to apply for a CS place use the SATAC code 1CM064, 1CM065 or 1CM066 depending on your specialisation or the UAC code 823070, 823080 or 823090 depending on your specialisation. If you would like to apply for a FF place you will need to use the SATAC code 1CM564, 1CM565 or 1CM566 depending on your specialisation or the UAC code 873070, 873080 or 873090 depending on your specialisation.

Commonwealth supported places

Commonwealth Supported places are available in this course to students who meet one of the following residency requirements:

(a) be an Australian citizen, who will complete some of your course of study while resident in Australia; or

(b) a New Zealand citizen; or an Australian permanent visa holder; or an eligible former permanent humanitarian visa holder; who studies the entire course while living in Australia.

Further information about fees and charges can be found at Fees and Payments.

Non-Commonwealth supported places

Full fee paying places are available in this course.

Information about fees and charges can be found at Fees and Payments.

International tuition fees

The annual tuition fee for full time study is AUD $37,104.00. This equates to $ $4,638.00 per 10 credit point unit (0.125 EFTSL).
These fees are subject to increases annually, effective at the start of each calendar year.

You can find a list of International fees and payments you can expect to pay as part of your studies in Australia.

CDU offers a number of scholarships to international students to assist with the cost of study.

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Why study a postgraduate degree at CDU?

Study a postgraduate course at Charles Darwin University to upskill at work, fast-track your career, increase your job prospects or explore a new interest. We offer flexible study options so you don't have to put your life on hold while you learn.

  • #2 Australian uni for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)
  • Top 100 university globally for quality education
  • Our graduates enjoy higher than average employment rates and starting salaries
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Why study a postgraduate degree at CDU?

Study a postgraduate course at Charles Darwin University, the #2 Australian university for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024).

  • Top 100 university globally for quality education (THE Impact Rankings 2021)
  • Our graduates enjoy higher than average employment rates and starting salaries
Menzies Public Health Julie

Why study a postgraduate degree at CDU?

Study a postgraduate course at Charles Darwin University to upskill at work, fast-track your career, increase your job prospects or explore a new interest. We offer flexible study options so you don't have to put your life on hold while you learn.

  • #2 Australian uni for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)
  • Top 100 university globally for quality education
  • Our graduates enjoy higher than average employment rates and starting salaries
group-students

Why study a postgraduate degree at CDU?

Study a postgraduate course at Charles Darwin University, the #2 Australian university for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024).

  • Top 100 university globally for quality education (THE Impact Rankings 2021)
  • Our graduates enjoy higher than average employment rates and starting salaries

What will I study?

This course builds on your existing engineering background, developing specialist skills in your chosen area of engineering. The final year of study includes a major research thesis and a system design project.

Course structure

A feature of the program is the completion of 450 hours of professional practice, ensuring that you are familiar with current engineering practice and begin to create your network of engineering contacts for future employment.

This course is available externally by distance learning if you are not able to attend classes on campus on a regular basis. Access to the internet is required for distance learning, with access to high-speed broadband highly recommended.


A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 160 credit points (cp) as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless indicated. 

Unit type

Credit Points

Specific requirements
Core Units

(5 units)

50cp

Compulsory Core units totalling 50 credit points as detailed below.

ENG519 Sustainability (replaces ENG417 from 2021)

PRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)

PRT551 Project Management, Risk and Reliability

PRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Algorithms (replaces PRT503 from 2021 - not equivalent)

PRT650 System Design (20 credit points)(replaces PRT507 from 2021 - not equivalent)

Students enrolled prior to 2021 should refer to the transition arrangements provided below.

Specialist Elective

(7 units)

70cp

Unit totalling 70 credit points selected from one of the sequences below.

Civil and Structural Engineering

ENG515 Water Resources Engineering (replaces ENG462 from 2021)

ENG516 Road and Traffic Engineering (replaces ENG412 from 2021)

ENG563 Advanced Structural Analysis (replaces ENG463 from 2021)

ENG564 Geotechnical Engineering (replaces ENG464 from 2021)

ENG566 Design of Concrete Structures (replaces ENG466 from 2021)

ENG567 Design of Steel Structures (replaces ENG467 from 2021)

ENG569 Structural Analysis (replaces ENG469 from 2021)

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

ENG524 Power Engineering (replaces ENG424 from 2021)

ENG571 Analogue Devices (replaces ENG471 from 2021)

ENG572 Digital Signal Processing (replaces ENG421 from 2021)

ENG573 Communication Systems (replaces ENG473 from 2021)

ENG574 Power Systems Analysis (replaces ENG474 from 2021)

ENG576 Control Engineering (replaces ENG476 from 2021)

ENG579 Biomedical Engineering (replaces ENG429 from 2021)

Mechanical Engineering

ENG534 Dynamics of Engineering Systems (replaces ENG432 from 2021)

ENG576 Control Engineering (replaces ENG476 from 2021)

ENG579 Biomedical Engineering (replaces ENG429 from 2021)

ENG580 Applied Fluid Mechanics (replaces ENG480 from 2021)

ENG581 Applied Heat and Mass Transfer (replaces ENG481 from 2021)

ENG582 Engines and Turbomachinery (replaces ENG482 from 2021)

ENG586 Machine Design (replaces ENG486 from 2021)

Research

(2 units)
40cpPRT820 Master Thesis x 2 (20cp, repeatable)
 

160

Total Credit Points

Course Rules (unless otherwise indicated in the above course structure)

 

Course Changes and Transitional Arrangements from 2021

Students who commenced the Master of Engineering prior to 2021 will note there have been some changes. 



Core Unit Changes

Core units have increased from 40 credit points to 50 credit points

The following units have been removed or replaced as core units:

ENG417 Sustainability

PRT503 Entrepreneurship for Professionals

PRT507 System Design Part A

The following units have been added as core units:

ENG519 Sustainability

PRT565 Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence

PRT650 System Design (20 credit points)



Specialisation Changes

Specialist elective units have decreased from 80 credit points to 70 credit points

Civil and Structural Engineering - PRT508 System Design Part B has been removed and 400-level units recoded to 500-level.

Electrical and Electronics Engineering - ENG445 Process Control and Simulation has been removed and 400-level units recoded to 500-level.

Mechanical Engineering - ENG445 Process Control and Simulation and ENG487 HVAC Systems have been removed and 400-level units recoded to 500-level.

Chemical Engineering - this specialisation was discontinued at the end of 2019. Any student still enrolled should contact the course coordinator for assistance.

Transition Arrangements - for students who commenced prior to 2021.

Unit Code Changes

With the exception of the discontinuing core units PRT503, PRT507 and the discontinuing specialist elective units PRT508, ENG445 and ENG487 students who have completed the pre-2021 ENG4xx unit should not also complete the 2021 ENG5xx unit identified in the table included below. Students who have not completed the pre-2021 ENG4xx unit will be required to complete the 2021 ENG5xx unit.

System Design Units

Civil and Structural Engineering

  • Students who have not successfully completed {(PRT507 System Design Part A) AND (PRT508 System Design Part B)} will need to complete PRT650 System Design (20 cp)
  • Students who have not successfully completed {((PRT507 System Design Part A) OR (PRT508 System Design Part B)) AND (PRT503 Entrepreneurship for Professionals)} will need to complete PRT650 System Design (20 cp)
  • Students who have successfully completed {((PRT507 System Design Part A) OR (PRT508 System Design Part B)) AND (PRT503 Entrepreneurship for Professionals)} will need to complete a 10 cp elective unit at 500 level.

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

  • Students who have not successfully completed {(PRT507 System Design Part A) AND ((PRT503 Entrepreneurship for Professionals) OR (ENG445 Process Control))} will need to complete PRT650 System Design (20 cp).
  • Students who have not successfully completed {PRT507 System Design Part A} and have successfully completed {(PRT503 Entrepreneurship for Professionals) AND (ENG445 Process Control)} will need to complete a 10 credit point elective unit at 500 level.

Mechanical Engineering

  • Students who have not successfully completed {(PRT507 System Design Part A) AND ((PRT503 Entrepreneurship for Professionals) OR (ENG487 HVAC))} will need to complete PRT650 System Design (20 cp).
  • Students who have not successfully completed {PRT507 System Design Part A} and have successfully completed {(ENG487 HVAC)} will need to complete a 10 credit point elective unit at 500 level.

Chemical Engineering Students

  • Students who have not successfully completed {(PRT507 System Design Part A) AND (PRT508 System Design Part B)} will need to complete PRT650 System Design (20 cp)
  • Students who have not successfully completed {((PRT507 System Design Part A) OR (PRT508 System Design Part B)) AND (PRT503 Entrepreneurship for Professionals)} will need to complete PRT650 System Design (20 cp)
  • Students who have successfully completed {((PRT507 System Design Part A) OR (PRT508 System Design Part B)) AND (PRT503 Entrepreneurship for Professionals)} will need to complete one 10 cp elective unit at 500 level. However, students how intend to seek IChemE recognition in the future must discuss their enrolment first with the course coordinator.

Summary of Unit Code Changes

Pre-2021 Unit Code 2021 Unit Code
Core unit changes
ENG417 SustainabilityENG519 Sustainability
 See further information for mapping
PRT503 Entrepreneurship for Professionals

PRT507 System Design Part A
Discontinued (no longer required)

Discontinued (no longer required)
 ENG565 Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence

PRT650 System Design (20 credit points)
Civil and Structural
ENG412 Road and Traffic EngineeringENG516 Road and Traffic Engineering
ENG462 Water Resources EngineeringENG515 Water Resources Engineering
ENG463 Advanced Structural AnalysisENG563 Advanced Structural Analysis
ENG464 Geotechnical EngineeringENG564 Geotechnical Engineering
ENG466 Design of Concrete StructuresENG566 Design of Concrete Structures
ENG467 Design of Steel StructuresENG567 Design of Steel Structures
ENG469 Structural AnalysisENG569 Structural Analysis
PRT508 System Design Part BDiscontinued (no longer required)
Electrical and Electronics
ENG421 Digital Signal ProcessingENG572 Digital Signal Processing
ENG424 Power EngineeringENG524 Power Engineering
ENG429 Biomedical EngineeringENG579 Biomedical Engineering
ENG471 Analogue DevicesENG571 Analogue Devices
ENG473 Communication SystemsENG573 Communication Systems
ENG474 Power Systems AnalysisENG574 Power Systems Analysis
ENG476 Control EngineeringENG576 Control Engineering
ENG445 Process Control and SimulationDiscontinued - (no longer required)
Mechanical
ENG429 Biomedical Engineering or

ENG445 Process Control and Simulation
ENG579 Biomedical Engineering

Discontinued
ENG432 Dynamics of Engineering SystemsENG534 Dynamics of Engineering Systems
ENG476 Control EngineeringENG576 Control Engineering
ENG480 Applied Fluid MechanicsENG580 Applied Fluid Mechanics
ENG481 Applied Heat and Mass TransferENG581 Applied Heat and Mass Transfer
ENG482 Engines and TurbomachineryENG582 Engines and Turbomachinery
ENG486 Machine DesignENG586 Machine Design
ENG487 HVACDiscontinued - (no longer required)



Course Changes and Transitional Arrangements - 2020

Specialisation: The Chemical Engineering specialisation is no longer be available for entry from 2020. Students who have commenced Chemical Engineering prior to 2020 should liaise with the course coordinator to ensure they are able to complete.

Chemical Engineering (no longer available for entry from 2020)

ENG441 Separation Processes

ENG442 Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics

ENG443 Reactor Design

ENG444 Hydrocarbon Processing

ENG445 Process Control and Simulation

ENG446 Bioprocess Engineering

ENG481 Applied Heat and Mass Transfer (replaced by ENG581 Applied Heat and Mass Transfer from 2021)

PRT508 System Design Part B (replaced by PRT650 (20cp) or a (10cp elective) from 2021 - all students should liaise with the course coordinator before enrolling in 2021)



Course Changes and Transitional Arrangements - 2016

PRT508 has moved from a core unit to a specialist elective in the Chemical and the Civil and Structural stream.

Students who have completed PRT508 can use this as a specialist elective in the Electrical and Electronics or Mechanical stream.

Students who have completed PRT502 and PRT542 should not complete PRT551.

Students who have not completed PRT502 nor PRT542 should complete PRT551.

Students who have completed PRT502 and not completed PRT542 should not complete PRT551.

Students who have completed PRT542 and not completed PRT502 should not complete PRT551.

Students who have not completed PMO401 may complete DEM511.



Unit Title Changes

Unit CodePrevious TitleNew Title (2016)
ENG466Concrete DesignDesign of Concrete Structures
ENG467Steel DesignDesign of Steel Structures
ENG417Environmental Awareness and SustainabilitySustainability
ENG473Wireless Communication SystemsCommunication Systems
ENG476Control SystemsControl Engineering

Unit Code Changes

Previous Unit CodeNew Unit Code (2016)Unit Title
PRT550PRT820Thesis 

Discontinued Units from 2016: 

Unit CodeUnit Title
PMO401Engineering in Emergencies
PRT502Project Management Tools and Techniques
PRT550Thesis

 

Study plan


Students commencing in Semester 1

The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 1 and enrolling in a standard full time load.

Legend:CO = Core UnitSE = Specialist ElectiveR = Research Core



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Civil and Structural Engineering

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
ENG515 Water Resources EngineeringSEENG563 Advanced Structural AnalysisSE
ENG567 Design of Steel StructuresSEENG564 Geotechnical EngineeringSE
ENG569 Structural AnalysisSEENG566 Design of Concrete StructuresSE
PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCOENG519 SustainabilityCO
PRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO
Year 2
PRT650 System Design (20cp)COENG516 Road and Traffic EngineeringSE
PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)RPRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and AlgorithmsCO
PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)R

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Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
ENG524 Power EngineeringSEENG519 SustainabilityCO
ENG571 Analogue DevicesSEENG573 Communication SystemsSE
ENG572 Digital Signal ProcessingSEENG574 Power Systems AnalysisSE
PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCOENG579 Biomedical EngineeringSE
PRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO
Year 2
PRT650 System Design (20cp)COENG576 Control EngineeringSE
PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)RPRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and AlgorithmsCO
PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)R

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Mechanical Engineering

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
ENG534 Dynamics of Engineering SystemsSEENG519 SustainabilityCO
ENG580 Applied Fluid MechanicsSEENG579 Biomedical EngineeringSE
ENG586 Machine DesignSEENG581 Applied Heat and Mass TransferSE
PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCOENG582 Engines and TurbomachinerySE
PRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO
Year 2
PRT650 System Design (20cp)COENG576 Control EngineeringSE
PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)RPRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and AlgorithmsCO
PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)R

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Students commencing in Semester 1 - Part Time

The Recommended Study Plans provided below are suitable for students commencing in semester 1 and enrolling in a standard part time load.

Legend:CO = Core UnitSE = Specialist ElectiveR = Research Core

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Civil and Structural Engineering

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
ENG567 Design of Steel StructuresSEENG519 SustainabilityCO
PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCOENG566 Design of Concrete StructuresSE
Year 2
ENG515 Water Resources EngineeringSEENG563 Advanced Structural AnalysisSE
ENG569 Structural AnalysisSEENG564 Geotechnical EngineeringSE
PRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO
Year 3
PRT650 System Design (20cp)COENG516 Road and Traffic EngineeringSE
PRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and AlgorithmsCO
Year 4
PRT820 Thesis (20cp)RPRT820 Thesis (20cp)R

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Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
ENG524 Power EngineeringSEENG519 SustainabilityCO
PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCOENG579 Biomedical EngineeringSE
Year 2
ENG571 Analogue DevicesSEENG573 Communication SystemsSE
ENG572 Digital Signal ProcessingSEENG574 Power Systems AnalysisSE
PRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO
Year 3
PRT650 System Design (20cp)COENG576 Control EngineeringSE
PRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and AlgorithmsCO
Year 4
PRT820 Thesis (20cp)RPRT820 Thesis (20cp)R

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Mechanical Engineering

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
ENG580 Applied Fluid MechanicsSEENG519 SustainabilityCO
PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCOENG581 Applied Heat and Mass TransferSE
Year 2
ENG534 Dynamics of Engineering SystemsSEENG579 Biomedical EngineeringSE
ENG586 Machine DesignSEENG582 Engines and TurbomachinerySE
PRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO
Year 3
PRT650 System Design (20cp)COENG576 Control EngineeringSE
PRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and AlgorithmsCO
Year 4
PRT820 Thesis (20cp)RPRT820 Thesis (20cp)R

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Students commencing in Semester 2

The Recommended Study Plans provided below are suitable students commencing in semester 2 and enrolling in a standard full time load.

Legend:CO = Core UnitSE = Specialist ElectiveR = Research Core

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Civil and Structural Engineering

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
  ENG516 Road and Traffic EngineeringSE
  ENG519 SustainabilityCO
  ENG566 Design of Concrete StructuresSE
  PRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and AlgorithmsCO
  PRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO
Year 2
ENG515 Water Resources EngineeringSEENG563 Advanced Structural AnalysisSE
ENG567 Design of Steel StructuresSEENG564 Geotechnical EngineeringSE
ENG569 Structural AnalysisSEPRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)R
PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCO
Year 3
PRT650 System Design (20cp)CO  
PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)R  

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Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
  ENG519 SustainabilityCO
  ENG576 Control EngineeringSE
  ENG579 Biomedical EngineeringSE
  PRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and AlgorithmsCO
  PRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO
Year 2
ENG524 Power EngineeringSEENG573 Communication SystemsSE
ENG571 Analogue DevicesCOENG574 Power Systems AnalysisSE
ENG572
Digital Signal Processing
SEPRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)R
PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCO
Year 3
PRT650 System Design (20cp)CO  
PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)R  

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Mechanical Engineering

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
  ENG519 SustainabilityCO
  ENG579 Biomedical EngineeringSE
  ENG581 Applied Heat and Mass TransferSE
  ENG582 Engines and TurbomachinerySE
  PRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO
Year 2
ENG534 Dynamics of Engineering SystemsSEENG576 Control EngineeringSE
ENG580 Applied Fluid MechanicsSEPRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and AlgorithmsCO
ENG586 Machine DesignSEPRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)R
PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCO
Year 3
PRT650 System Design (20cp)CO  
PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)R  

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Students commencing in Semester 2 - Part Time

The Recommended Study Plans provided below are suitable for students commencing in semester 1 and enrolling in a standard part time load.

Legend:CO = Core UnitSE = Specialist ElectiveR = Research Core

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Civil and Structural Engineering

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
  ENG519 SustainabilityCO
  ENG566 Design of Concrete StructuresSE
Year 2
ENG567 Design of Steel StructuresSEENG516 Road and Traffic EngineeringSE
PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCOPRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and AlgorithmsCO
PRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO
Year 3
ENG515 Water Resources EngineeringSEENG563 Advanced Structural AnalysisSE
ENG569 Structural AnalysisSEENG564 Geotechnical EngineeringSE
Year 4
PRT650 System Design (20cp)COPRT820 Thesis (20 credit points)R
Year 5
PRT820 Thesis (20 credit points)R  

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Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
  ENG519 SustainabilityCO
  ENG579 Biomedical EngineeringSE
Year 2
ENG524 Power EngineeringSEENG576 Control EngineeringSE
PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCOPRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and AlgorithmsCO
PRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO
Year 3
ENG571 Analogue DevicesSEENG573 Communication SystemsSE
ENG572 Digital Signal ProcessingSEENG574 Power Systems AnalysisSE
Year 4
PRT650 System Design (20cp)COPRT820 Thesis (20cp)R
Year 5
PRT820 Thesis (20cp)R  

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Mechanical Engineering

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
  ENG519 SustainabilityCO
  ENG581 Applied Heat and Mass TransferSE
Year 2
ENG580 Applied Fluid MechanicsSEENG579 Biomedical EngineeringSE
PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCOENG582 Engines and TurbomachinerySE
PRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO
Year 3
ENG534 Dynamics of Engineering SystemsSEENG576 Control EngineeringSE
ENG586 Machine DesignSEPRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and AlgorithmsCO
Year 4
PRT650 System Design (20cp)COPRT820 Thesis (20cp)R
Year 5
PRT820 Thesis (20cp)R  

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Chemical Engineering Study Plan(no longer available for entry from 2020)

Students commenced in Semester 1

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCOENG417 Sustainability (replaced by ENG519 from 2021)CO
ENG442 Chemical Engineering ThermodynamicsSEENG445 Process Control and SimulationSE
ENG443 Reactor DesignSEENG441 Separation Processes

(external students must attend on-campus residentials during the mid semester study period)
SE
ENG446 Bioprocess EngineeringSEENG481 Applied Heat and Mass TransferSE
Year 2
ENG444 Hydrocarbon ProcessingSEPRT503 Entrepreneurship for ProfessionalsCO
PRT507 System Design Part ACOPRT508 System Design Part BSE
PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)RPRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)R
  PRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO

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Chemical Engineering Study Plan(no longer available for entry from 2020)

Students commenced in Semester 2

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
  ENG417 Sustainability (replaced by ENG519 from 2021)CO
  ENG445 Process Control and SimulationSE
  ENG441 Separation ProcessesSE
  ENG481 Applied Heat and Mass TransferSE
Year 2
PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCOPRT503 Entrepreneurship for ProfessionalsCO
ENG442 Chemical Engineering ThermodynamicsSEPRT508 System Design Part BSE
ENG443 Reactor DesignSEPRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)R
ENG446 Bioprocess EngineeringSEPRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO
Year 3
ENG444 Hydrocarbon ProcessingSE  
PRT507 System Design Part ACO  
PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)R  

 

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Students Commencing in Summer Semester

Civil and Structural Engineering

Semester 1Semester 2Summer Semester
Year 1
    PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCO
    ENG519 SustainabilityCO
      
      
Year 2
ENG515 Water Resources EngineeringSEPRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO  
ENG567 Design of Steel StructuresSEENG563 Advanced Structural AnalysisSE  
ENG569 Structural AnalysisSEENG564 Geotechnical EngineeringSE  
  ENG566 Design of Concrete StructuresSE  
Year 3
PRT650 System Design (20cp)COENG516 Road and Traffic EngineeringSE  
PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)RPRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and AlgorithmsCO  
  PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)R  
      

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Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Semester 1Semester 2Summer Semester
Year 1
    PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCO
    ENG519 SustainabilityCO
      
      
Year 2
ENG524 Power EngineeringSEPRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO  
ENG571 Analogue DevicesSEENG573 Communication SystemsSE  
ENG572 Digital Signal ProcessingSEENG574 Power Systems AnalysisSE  
  ENG579 Biomedical EngineeringSE  
Year 3
PRT650 System Design (20cp)COPRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and AlgorithmsCO  
PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)RENG576 Control EngineeringSE  
  PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)R  
      

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Mechanical Engineering

Semester 1Semester 2Summer Semester
Year 1
    PRT551 Project Management, Risk and ReliabilityCO
    ENG519 SustainabilityCO
      
      
Year 2
ENG534 Dynamics of Engineering SystemsSEPRT501 Professional Practice (0cp)CO  
ENG580 Applied Fluid MechanicsSEENG579 Biomedical EngineeringSE  
ENG586 Machine DesignSEENG581 Applied Heat and Mass TransferSE  
  ENG582 Engines and TurbomachinerySE  
Year 3
PRT650 System Design (20cp)COPRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and AlgorithmsCO  
PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)RENG576 Control EngineeringSE  
  PRT820 Master Thesis (20cp)R  
      

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Entry requirements

Admission criteria

Successful completion of a recognised Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering Science, Bachelor of Engineering Technology, Bachelor of Technology or equivalent international qualification in civil and structural, electrical and electronics, mechanical engineering or an approved equivalent discipline.


Note: applicants may study only in the stream that matches the engineering area of their undergraduate degree.

Essential requirements

English language requirements

To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.

The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education in an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.

CDU English for Academic Purposes 4 (ZEAP40)Successful completion of EAP004 English for Academic Purposes 4
IELTS Academic ModuleA minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.
Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)A minimum overall score of 176, with no skill below 169.
Common European Framework Certificate of English ProficiencyA minimum overall grade of C1, valid for three years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU.
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic moduleA minimum overall score of 58 with no score lower than 50.
TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT)A minimum overall score of 79 with a minimum writing score of 21.

* All tests are valid for two years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, unless otherwise specified.

* Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.

Do you have a question regarding English requirements at CDU? Please email: international@cdu.edu.au.

 

The people-first approach to flexibility and supportive learning environment at CDU meant I could find a balance with study, work and family life.

Nikki

CDU student

Nikki Govan

I always encourage the young generation towards STEM fields, especially females. The other good thing about engineering or other STEM fields is that they are interconnected, meaning there are multiple career opportunities.

Shehani

CDU student

Shehani

The people-first approach to flexibility and supportive learning environment at CDU meant I could find a balance with study, work and family life.

Nikki

CDU student

Nikki Govan

I always encourage the young generation towards STEM fields, especially females. The other good thing about engineering or other STEM fields is that they are interconnected, meaning there are multiple career opportunities.

Shehani

CDU student

Shehani

Course details

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the University in accordance with the Higher Education Standards.

Inherent Requirements

There are inherent requirements for this course. Students must read and understand the requirements for this course.

Australian qualification framework

This course is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 9.

Additional information

Can offers be deferred?
Yes
Award
Master of Engineering
Faculty/College
Faculty of Science and Technology
Sector
HE
Area of study
Engineering

Contact details

For further information about the course, enrolment procedures, closing dates and other administrative issues please contact Student Central on:

Email:Student.Central@cdu.edu.auPhone:1800 061 963 (free call)

You make CDU

Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.

Learn about engineering at CDU

John is from China studying a Bachelor of Engineering at CDU. Hear more about his experience of studying, living, working and playing in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.

You make CDU

Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.

Learn about engineering at CDU

John is from China studying a Bachelor of Engineering at CDU. Hear more about his experience of studying, living, working and playing in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.

How to apply

There are many ways to apply to CDU. The method you use depends on your course type, where you live and whether you are a new or returning student to CDU.

Remember to apply early for your best chance at securing an offer to study with us.

SATAC

SATAC is the application channel for residents of NT, ACT, SA, WA, QLD, VIC or TAS.

UAC

UAC is the application channel for residents of NSW.

International applications

Applications must be submitted online through our application portal, Studylink. You'll need a valid email address to create your online account. Once you have started your application, you will be able to save it and resume it later. There is no application fee when you apply online.

You may be able to lodge a direct application; however, there may be restrictions on your geographic location. If you cannot submit a direct application via the application portal, please apply through one of our registered agents.

Apply through StudyLink or through an Agent.

SATAC/UAC codes

Location
SATAC Code
UAC Code
Casuarina campus
Civil and Structural (CSP)
1CM064
823070
Civil and Structural (FF)
1CM564
873070
Electrical and Electronics (CSP)
1CM065
823080
Electrical and Electronics (FF)
1CM565
873080
Mechanical (CSP)
1CM066
823090
Mechanical (FF)
1CM566
873090
Online
Civil and Structural (CSP)
1CM064
823070
Civil and Structural (FF)
1CM564
873070
Electrical and Electronics (CSP)
1CM065
823080
Electrical and Electronics (FF)
1CM565
873080
Mechanical (CSP)
1CM066
823090
Mechanical (FF)
1CM566
873090
* CSP = Commonwealth supported place
FF = Full fee

CRICOS codes

Location
CRICOS Code
Casuarina campus
Civil and Structural
068567K
Electrical and Electronics
068567K
Mechanical
068567K

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