Study in Australia
at University of Sydney · Sydney, New South Wales
CRICOS course code
102408E
CRICOS provider code
00026A
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
1.5 years
Tuition (whole course)
A$87,700 total
Per year
A$58,467/yr
Intake
Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)
The Master of Complex Systems at the University of Sydney is an advanced coursework degree designed to equip students with the analytical and practical skills needed to understand, model, and manage complex systems across a range of sectors. The programme integrates concepts from civil engineering with mathematics, computer science, and systems engineering to address challenges in highly interconnected and dynamic environments. Students cover topics such as network analysis, systems thinking, computational modelling, and resilience in urban infrastructure, energy, transport, and the environment.
The course structure typically spans 1.5 years of full-time study and consists of core and elective units of study. Units are usually weighted in credit points—students complete a required total of credit points by taking a mix of lectures, tutorials, and project-based units. The structure often includes a capstone experience or research project, where students consolidate their learning in a real-world or simulated scenario, applying complexity science to practical issues facing Australian and global industries.
Students gain a unique set of skills, including critical analysis, data interpretation, computational modelling, and the ability to navigate and solve multifaceted problems associated with modern civil engineering systems. The programme suits professionals from engineering, data science, and environmental science backgrounds who seek specialist knowledge to advance their careers or to transition into new roles in systems-related fields.
Located in Sydney, the University of Sydney offers strong industry and research connections, allowing students to benefit from collaborative projects and exposure to Australia's leading engineering networks. International students can apply with demonstration of English proficiency, and may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) after graduation. Students are generally permitted to work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study. Prospective students should confirm the latest admission and course details on the official University and CRICOS pages.
It typically takes 1.5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).
Tuition is around A$87,700 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.
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