About the Master of Engineering (Research)

Areas of study include:

• Communications Engineering: telecommunications systems, optical communications, signal image processing
• Electronic Systems Engineering: biomedical, electronic design automation, semiconductor materials and devices

For more information on current research in engineering programs, contact the School of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences

Entry requirements and pathways
International students

Academic entry requirement

Prerequisites

The minimum academic requirement for entry to a Master of Engineering (Research) is a Bachelor degree with honours in a related discipline completed within the last ten years with a weighted average mark of 65 or above.

An applicant may be considered for entry with an overall weighted average mark below 65 if their weighted average mark in the final full year (FTE) of study is 65 or above.

Note: Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.

Note: Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.

English language requirement

6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.

Please refer to our English Language Requirements page for details of other accepted English Proficiency tests and additional recognised English Language Proficiency Measures, such as English as the language of instruction.

Fees and scholarships

Estimated course fees for international students

Estimated fees per year (2023):A$38 600 per EFTSL (equivalent full-time study load).

Scholarships:Not available for this course

The International estimated fees are indicative only. The tuition fees you pay will depend on the subjects you choose to study, with each subject having its own cost. In some cases, your course fees may be higher than the indicated fees because of the subjects you choose.

International scholarships

This course is not eligible for international scholarships.