Degree overview

Develop advanced mechanical engineering skills. for a global career

If you are a mechanical engineer looking to advance your career, this program is designed for you. Develop management expertise, specialise, and deepen your technical skills to lead projects and move into senior roles.  You will deepen your technical knowledge in your area of specialisation and learn about engineering practice in the Australian context.

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.

Master of Professional Engineering (Mechanical)

Program Code 50026

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CRICOS Code , Program Code 50026

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Duration (FT)(PT)

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Important: Our academic calendar is changing in 2026, with Semester 1 commencing on 27 January. Find out more.

Program Code 50026

This criteria is based on a domestic student attending campus. Please select your criteria to personalise your study options and your circumstances.

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Indicative fee1

Duration (FT)(PT)

Next start date

Important: Our academic calendar is changing in 2026, with Semester 1 commencing on 27 January. Find out more.

English proficiency requirements IELTS overall minimum -
IELTS section minimum -

CRICOS Code

Program Code 50026

This criteria is based on a international student attending campus. Please select your criteria to personalise your study options and your circumstances.

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What you will study

This program allows you to advance your career in engineering. You will have the opportunity to diversify your engineering expertise with courses in mechanical or other areas of engineering like renewable processes, mining, or broaden your skills base in a complementary area such as business and management, entrepreneurship and innovation, design or multimedia. Plus, you can choose a major project linked to industry or focused on design and research.

Your study program is designed to build on your prior studies and develop the core technical competencies to ensure you qualify for professional recognition from Engineers Australia* and the Washington Accord. If you are already a qualified engineer in Australia, this advanced engineering program will broaden your skill base allowing for enhanced specialisation in your field and boost your employability.

* This program has been granted provisional accreditation through Engineers Australia

2025 Program Handbook

The courses shown above are a guide, and don't reflect the exact year-by-year structure of the program, you should always refer to the program handbook for details of the complete program structure, course requirements and availability.

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Use our degree planner to see what your study journey through the Master of Professional Engineering (Mechanical) might look like.

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How to apply

How to apply

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Before you get started

To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:

  1. Review the Program Handbook.
  2. Review the Admission Requirements.
  3. Review the Program fees and costs.
  4. Decide on your preferred commencement date.

Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.


You are a domestic student if you are:

  • An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
  • A permanent resident of Australia
  • A holder of a permanent Australian visa.

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Scholarships

Scholarships

If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.

Scholarships are available for current, future and international students, Asylum seekers, Graduate research, abroad and exchange study and opportunities with external providers.

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