Why Study / Key Benefits

The Master of Engineering Practice is designed for students who already have an undergraduate engineering background and want to develop advanced technical knowledge in a chosen engineering specialisation.

Key benefits include:

• Builds on knowledge gained from an existing undergraduate engineering degree.
• Allows students to select a focused engineering specialisation.
• Develops advanced knowledge related to the design, construction, operation and maintenance of engineering systems.
• Includes industry-based research opportunities, providing practical exposure to engineering problems and industry practices.
• Develops critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, research planning and research-execution skills.
• The common Research Paper unit allows students to undertake a minor engineering research investigation and develop research and technical writing skills.
• The course aims to develop the ability to analyse complex engineering problems and formulate rational solutions independently or as part of a team.

Programme Structure and Subjects / Topics

The programme consists of 100 credit points:

Core units – 25 credit points:

1. Engineering Project Management – CSM80006 – 12.5 credit points
2. Research Paper – CVE80001 – 12.5 credit points

Students then complete 75 credit points from their selected specialisation.

Advanced Manufacturing:

• Nanofabrication Technologies – ADM80001
• Surface Engineering – ADM80007
• Advanced CAD/CAM – ADM80010
• Robotics in Manufacturing – ADM80011
• Advanced Manufacturing Processes – ADM80013
• Intelligent Inspection Systems – ADM80014
• Computer Modelling, Analysis and Visualisation – ADM80015
• Additive Manufacturing and Tooling Project – ADM80020 – 25 credit points
• Sustainability and Life Cycle Engineering – MEE80002

Civil Engineering:

• Estimating and Project Costing – CSM80016
• Sustainable Transport – CVE80003
• Advanced Concrete Design – CVE80004
• Bridge Design and Strengthening – CVE80005
• Infrastructure Deterioration Modelling – CVE80006
• Geotechnical Design – CVE80007
• Integrated Water Design – CVE80009
• Principles of Sustainability – CVE80010
• Bridge Design – CVE80020
• Building Design Project – CVE80021 – 25 credit points

Electrical Engineering:

• Programming Principles and Practices – COS60018
• Electrical Power Systems Safety – EEE80007
• Operation of Power Systems – EEE80010
• Analysis Techniques for Large Scale Power Systems – EEE80012
• Renewable Energy – EEE80015
• Design of Smart Power Grids – EEE80020
• Virtual Instrumentation – EEE80021

Electronic and Telecommunications:

• Programming Principles and Practices – COS60018
• RF Circuit Design Techniques – EEE80004
• Virtual Instrumentation – EEE80021
• IoT Programming – SWE30011
• Networks and Switching – TNE60006
• Network Routing Principles – TNE70003
• Mobile and Personal Networking – TNE80005

Mechanical Engineering:

• Surface Engineering – ADM80007
• Advanced CAD/CAM – ADM80010
• Intelligent Inspection Systems – ADM80014
• Computer Modelling, Analysis and Visualisation – ADM80015
• Fluid Waves – MEE80001
• Sustainability and Life Cycle Engineering – MEE80002
• Introduction to Industry 4.0 – MEE80003

Structural Engineering:

• Estimating and Project Costing – CSM80016
• Advanced Concrete Design – CVE80004
• Bridge Design and Strengthening – CVE80005
• Infrastructure Deterioration Modelling – CVE80006
• Geotechnical Design – CVE80007
• Principles of Sustainability – CVE80010
• Finite Element Methods and Applications – CVE80018
• Structural Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering – CVE80019
• Bridge Design – CVE80020
• Building Design Project – CVE80021 – 25 credit points

Disciplines / Specialisations

Swinburne currently lists six specialisations:

1. Advanced Manufacturing
2. Civil Engineering
3. Electrical Engineering
4. Electronic and Telecommunications
5. Mechanical Engineering
6. Structural Engineering

Programme Highlights

• 100-credit-point master's degree.
• One-year full-time duration.
• Six engineering specialisation choices.
• Industry-oriented engineering education.
• Industry-based research opportunities.
• Common Research Paper component across the specialisations.
• Development of advanced engineering analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Emphasis on sustainable engineering practices.
• Opportunities to develop professional communication and research capabilities.
• Hawthorn campus location in Melbourne.
• CRICOS registered for international students: 103428D. 

Career Outcomes

The course handbook states that graduates can work as professional engineers in areas including:

• Electrical power generation, safety and distribution
• Renewable energy systems
• Systems and embedded design
• Mechanical systems design
• Manufacturing systems design
• Telecommunication network design
• Civil engineering project management
• Structural engineering
• Construction

Swinburne's course page gives examples such as:

• Senior Electrical Engineer
• Renewable Energy Engineer
• Telecommunication Network Designer
• Civil Engineering Project Manager

Latest Updates / Special Requirements

The latest published course information currently shows 2027 commencement dates of 1 March 2027 and 2 August 2027.

Important points for international applicants:

• CRICOS code: 103428D.
• International students in Australia on a Student visa must study full-time and on campus.
• Minimum English requirement: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0, or the specified Swinburne EAP 5 Advanced alternative.
• Entry is based on an approved cognate engineering background.
• Admission is assessed case-by-case.
• Credit/RPL is assessed case-by-case.
• 2027 exact international tuition fee is not currently published as a programme-specific figure.

International Student Visa Requirements

International students studying this course in Australia normally require an Australian Student visa (subclass 500).

Key requirements include:

• A valid Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), unless an applicable exemption applies.
• Genuine Student (GS) requirement.
• Health requirements.
• Character requirements.
• Australian Values Statement for applicants aged 18 or over.
• Evidence of financial capacity where requested/required.
• Compliance with visa conditions.

Genuine Student requirement:

Applicants must demonstrate that they are genuine students and that studying in Australia is the primary reason for their Student visa. The online application asks about circumstances such as family/community/economic ties, reasons for choosing the course and provider, understanding of studying/living in Australia and the benefit of completing the course. Responses must be in English and have a 150-word limit per question. Supporting evidence may also be required.

Financial capacity:

If financial evidence is required, Home Affairs states that applicants must have enough money for relevant travel costs, 12 months of course fees (or pro-rata where applicable), 12 months of living costs and relevant school fees for accompanying school-age children