Overview

The Master of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) will develop advanced knowledge and skills in environmental engineering to enhance your career prospects in relevant industries.

You will develop specialist technical capabilities in:

• water treatment engineering and water resource systems optimisation
• advanced technologies for wastewater reclamation
• urban hydrology
• soil remediation
• humanitarian engineering
• sustainable waste management in the context of circular economy. 

You'll develop extensive knowledge in environmental engineering and related technologies combined with advanced oral and written communication, teamwork, process design, project management and research skills. You will enhance your professional skills in management, leadership and business enterprise.

You'll also gain skills that will allow you to step up as a project leader, consultant or manager with the knowledge to lead the introduction of new technologies and operating practices in environmental engineering.

Why choose engineering at RMIT?

Industry connected

Learn from academics with extensive industry experience and well-developed contact networks.

Work-integrated learning

Work on industry-based projects, gaining the practical experience and work-ready skills needed to thrive.

Professional connections

Grow a network of industry professionals, academics and peers, opening up work options.