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Mechanical Engineering (MPE)

Overview


The postgraduate program in Mechanical Engineering offers advanced knowledge in the design and analysis of mechanical components, machines, systems, and processes.

Students will learn to apply principles of motion, energy, and force to ensure product safety, reliability, and performance, while understanding how efficient systems and processes enable cost-effective manufacturing.

Key areas of study include advanced computational fluid dynamics, materials engineering, combustion, and computational nanotechnology.

This degree has been given full accreditation at the level of Professional Engineering by the industry governing body, Engineers Australia.

Course requirements

Candidates for the Master of Professional Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) complete 144 credit points as listed in the unit of study table.

They also complete 12 weeks of practical experience.

For more information on units of study and degree program requirements visit CUSP.