Start building today!
Experience the Find the courses and unlock the true potential
52 weeks
Face-to-face (includes blended)
Full time / Part time
Term 1, Term 2 & Term 3
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Canberra
Northcott Dr, Canberra, ACT 2600
Eligibility
{"domain":"Minimum Entry Requirements","requirements":[{"domain":{"label":"Minimum Entry Requirements","value":"minimum_entry_requirements"},"type":{"label":"Entry Requirements","value":"entry_requirements"},"cl_id":"7ba9d2aac38bea90a9607d2a050131b9","description":"All candidates are required to have, at a minimum, a Bachelor Degree (AQF 7 or equivalent) with a weighted average mark of 65% (or equivalent). In addition:
\n • a candidate applying for Project Management, Food Process Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Renewable Energy, or Photovoltaics and Solar Energy is required to have a Science or Engineering Degree.
\n • a candidate applying for Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Energy Systems, or Systems and Control is required to have an Engineering Degree.
\n • a candidate applying for any other specialisation is required to have an Engineering Degree.
","links":[]}]}
{"domain":"Limitations on Recognition of Prior Learning","requirements":[{"domain":{"label":"Limitations on Recognition of Prior Learning","value":"limitations_recognition_prior_learning"},"type":{"label":"Entry Requirements","value":"entry_requirements"},"cl_id":"7fa9d2aac38bea90a9607d2a050131b9","description":"Up to 24 UOC of advanced standing may be granted to candidates with degrees from cognate programs.
","links":[]}]}
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Engineers Australia (EA)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
Engineers Australia
Common Questions
The Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science offers a wide range of specialisations including Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, Environmental Engineering, Food Process Engineering, Geoenergy & Geostorage Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology, Mechanical and Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Photovoltaics and Solar Energy, Project Management, Renewable Energy, Robotics, Space Systems Engineering, Structural Engineering, Sustainable Systems, Systems and Control, Telecommunications, Transport Engineering, Water Engineering - Catchments to Coasts, and Water, Wastewater and Water Engineering.
The standard program takes 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time. However, students with relevant previous study may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (Credit Transfer), which could allow them to complete the Graduate Certificate in under a year. An accelerated 0.7 year program is also available for students with a bachelor's degree or AQF Level 7 equivalent in a cognate discipline.
The Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science is made up of 48 Units of Credit, meaning students will study eight courses. Depending on specialisation and previous studies or professional experience, students may choose from Foundation Disciplinary Courses, Disciplinary Courses or Advanced Disciplinary Courses; Engineering and Technical Management Courses; and Electives in their area of interest. Some specialisations require core courses to ensure foundational knowledge before customising the certificate.
For domestic students, Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are available, with a 2026 indicative CSP first year fee of $10,000 and a total fee to complete the degree of $10,000. For domestic full-fee paying students, the 2026 indicative first year fee is $45,000 with a total fee to complete of $45,000. For international students, the 2026 indicative first year full fee is $61,000 and the indicative full fee to complete the degree is $62,000. Fees are subject to annual review and may vary.
Yes. The Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science is the first step on a pathway to the Master of Engineering Science. The program also articulates to the Graduate Diploma of Engineering Science, with full credit given for courses completed in the Graduate Certificate.
Application
Three simple steps to get enrolled
Step 01
Enquire
Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.
Step 02
Submit Documents
Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.
Step 03
Get Enrolled
Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!
Processing time: Offer letter issued within approximately 1 business days.
Honestly I was lost when I first started looking at Australian colleges. There are just too many options and every agent gives you different info. A friend told me about FindTheCourses and within a week I had shortlisted 3 programs that actually matched my budget and visa situation. My advisor Sanjay was super helpful — never felt like I was being pushed into anything.
Priya Sharma
India
Master of Nursing · Griffith University
