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52 weeks
On campus (Parkville)
Full time / Part time
March, July
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
234 St. Kilda Road, Southbank, VIC 3006
Student Information
Tuition Fee
AUD $45,984 (2026 indicative first year fee); Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) not available
Duration
1 year full time / 2 years part time
Intakes
March, July
Entry Requirements
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Engineers Australia (EA)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
Engineers Australia
Course Content
High Rise Structures
12.5 points, core (Semester 1); covers structural floor, framing and foundation systems, wind and earthquake loading, and construction methods for tall buildings.
Steel-Composites in Modern Construction
12.5 points, core (Semester 2); covers steel structures, composite slabs/beams/columns, cold-formed steel, and modular/prefabricated building design.
Structural Engineering electives (minimum 37.5 points)
At least three subjects exploring disaster-resistant design, engineering modelling and extreme loading.
Infrastructure Engineering electives (up to 37.5 points)
Up to three subjects broadening knowledge of structural engineering and engineering management, from port and harbour engineering to environmental modelling.
Common Questions
The Master of Engineering Structures has two intake periods per year: March and July.
The course takes 1 year to complete full time, or 2 years if studied part time.
The indicative first year fee for 2026 is AUD $45,984. Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available for this course.
Graduates are prepared for senior structural engineering roles in fields such as sustainable urban development, construction, and mining. The transferable skillset gained is also highly valued in management consulting, finance, business analysis, and project management.
The course explores key themes such as structural systems, conceptual design, sustainable design, extreme loading, and advanced analysis techniques. You will also learn from experts in earthquake and blast-resistant technologies, sustainable construction, and harnessing geothermal energy, and gain practical experience through simulated structural design exercises with senior practicing engineers.
Application
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Step 02
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Step 03
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