Master's Degree Engineering Full Time

Master of Engineering Practice

at Murdoch University · Perth, Western Australia

CRICOS course code

108655H

CRICOS provider code

00125J

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$89,120 total

Per year

A$44,560/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

Murdoch University's Master of Engineering Practice provides two years of advanced study for graduates wanting to broaden or deepen their professional engineering skills. Students can develop their expertise in areas relevant to current Australian industry needs, working on real projects and case studies relevant to their specialisation.

Across the two years, students complete a structured mix of core and specialised units, accumulating the required number of credit points as per Australian postgraduate coursework degrees. This typically includes coursework, design or research projects, and electives allowing focus on particular fields. Assessment tasks simulate engineering challenges found in the workplace and there is often an emphasis on teamwork, communication, and leadership.

Many students benefit from work-integrated learning through industry placements or professional practice units, which are common in Australian engineering master’s programmes. This direct involvement with local companies, government, or consultancies in Perth gives graduates valuable experience and contacts. Toward the end of the degree, students often undertake a major project or capstone that demonstrates their ability to tackle engineering problems independently.

The course suits engineers seeking Australian credentials, those moving from a related field into engineering, or professionals planning to advance their careers within Australia’s engineering sector. Confirm the exact structure, specialisations offered, and placement opportunities with Murdoch University before applying.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Professional engineer in consulting firms, construction, mining, utilities, or government
Project management roles in Australia’s energy, infrastructure, or resources sectors
Technical advisor or engineering analyst
Research and development positions

Australian master’s graduates may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream and can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during studies.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Engineering Practice at Murdoch University?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$89,120 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Professional engineer in consulting firms, construction, mining, utilities, or governmentProject management roles in Australia’s energy, infrastructure, or resources sectorsTechnical advisor or engineering analystResearch and development positionsAustralian master’s graduates may...

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