Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Philosophy (Engineering) at The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a research-based master's degree in the field of Engineering and Related Technologies. Offered at CRICOS code 078224F, this 104-week program is conducted in English and is designed for students seeking advanced research training in engineering disciplines.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

The University of Western Australia, 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley, Western Australia 6009CRAWLEY

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

No specific entry requirements were listed on this page. Please contact The University of Western Australia directly for detailed entry requirements.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Engineers Australia (EA)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

Engineers Australia

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total estimated cost of the Master of Philosophy (Engineering) at UWA?

The estimated total course cost is AU$105,946, comprising a tuition fee of AU$105,200 and a non-tuition fee of AU$746.

How long does the Master of Philosophy (Engineering) take to complete?

The Master of Philosophy (Engineering) at UWA has a duration of 104 weeks.

Is the Master of Philosophy (Engineering) eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights?

A course is eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights if it is in 'Registered' status, is a Skills Level 1 qualification, has a duration of 92 weeks or greater, has a narrow Field of Education aligning with the Skills Level 1 priority list, and is not in the Management and Commerce broad field. This course is in Engineering and Related Technologies, has a duration of 104 weeks, and is at master's (research) level, so it may qualify — however, eligibility is reviewed yearly and requires at least one active enrolment at the time of review.

Where is the Master of Philosophy (Engineering) delivered?

The course is delivered at The University of Western Australia's campus located at 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley, Western Australia 6009, a location owned and operated by the provider.

What field of education does the Master of Philosophy (Engineering) fall under?

The Master of Philosophy (Engineering) falls under the broad field of Engineering and Related Technologies (03), with a narrow field of Engineering and Related Technologies (0300) and a detailed field of Engineering and Related Technologies, not further defined (030000).

Application

How to Apply

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Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $85,000 to $105,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $105,000 to $130,000 per year

Career Paths

Research EngineerGraduate Research ScientistEngineering Research AssociateTechnical SpecialistProject Engineer (R&D)

Key Skills

Original engineering research design and executionAdvanced technical writing and thesis preparationCritical analysis and synthesis of scientific literatureQuantitative and qualitative research methodologyEngineering data collection, analysis, and interpretation

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