The University of Newcastle's Master of Professional Engineering (MPE) is an engaging, advanced engineering degree. This 2-year accelerated MPE will give you an advanced, accredited qualification, preparing you for practice in Australia and around the world.

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Get Professional Recognition in Australia

If you are an international student with a Bachelor of Engineering degree and are seeking professional recognition, as well as the opportunity to experience working and studying in Australia, this 2-year accelerated MPE will give you an advanced, accredited qualification, ready for practice around the globe.

International students who meet eligible study and skills criteria may stay temporarily in Australia after they complete their studies to gain valuable work experience. Students who complete the Master of Professional Engineering may be eligible for up to 6 years post-study work visa.

These programs have been granted provisional accreditation through Engineers Australia:

You will deepen your technical knowledge in your area of specialisation, learn about engineering practice in the Australian context and develop professional skills in project management and complex problem solving.

Why study with us?

  • Relevant in the real world: connect with business through industry-based projects, guest lectures, mentorship and case studies. Students are required to complete 12 weeks of industrial experience for the award of this degree.
  • Ready for your future, ready for the world: our professional practice and leadership courses will help you develop skills in project management, complex problem solving, innovation and communication. Choose a major project that’s linked to industry or focused on research.
  • Powerful learning: our smaller student cohort means you’ll have greater access to teaching staff and be part of a close-knit student community.
  • Recognised by industry and globally: take your career anywhere in the world with international recognition through Engineers Australia and the Washington Accord.
  • Australian Technology Network (ATN): we are one of six Australian universities included in this network - focused on enterprise, impact and finding solutions to issues facing our economy and society.

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Specialisations

Choose to study one of the following specialised Master of Professional Engineering degrees:

World top 250 ? for Engineering
12 weeks of professional practice
Industrial experience

Industrial experience

Students are required to complete 12 weeks of Industrial Experience.

Students who have previous work experience may be exempt from this requirement provided they can submit suitable evidence, such as a statement from their employer.

Career opportunities

Career opportunities

Engineers work on a wide range of tasks in many different environments – industries like electronics, energy, food, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, construction, environmental health and transportation. Engineering continues to be one of the most in-demand qualifications in the world, with many countries desperate to fill a shortage of professional skills in this field.

A Master of Professional Engineering will open up even more varied career opportunities, empowering you to take on a leadership role, start your own business or manage major engineering projects.

  • Flexibility: Some engineers work in an office, others fly-in-fly out from a project site. You might prefer hands-on fieldwork, design and development, or managing people and projects.
  • Global opportunities: As a qualified engineer you can travel the world and work almost anywhere you choose. Professional recognition through Engineers Australia lets you work in places such as Canada, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Russia, Turkey, the UK and the USA.

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