Master of Professional Engineering (Electrical and Electronic)

The University of Newcastle (UoN)

CRICOS Institution Code 00109J

Duration

156 weeks

Delivery

Face to Face

Study Load

Full-time or Part-time

Intakes

—

Course Overview

About This Course

Specialise your engineering skills for global career opportunities If you are an electrical engineer looking to advance your career, this program is designed for you.

Develop management expertise, specialise, and deepen your technical skills to lead projects and move into senior roles. You will build on your prior knowledge and develop core technical competencies. Deepen your technical knowledge in your area of specialisation and learn about engineering practice in the Australian context. Focus on key emerging technologies such as: Engage with industry through projects, guest lectures, and mentorship opportunities. Enhance skills in project management, complex problem-solving, innovation, and communication through our professional leadership courses. Graduate with the technical and professional attributes needed to provide innovative solutions to society’s needs now and in the future. You'll have the opportunity to diversify your engineering expertise with courses in specialised areas including: You can also broaden your skills in a complimentary area such as business and management, entrepreneurship and innovation, design or multimedia. The Master of Professional Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) is designed to facilitate a broader and deeper approach to electrical and electronic engineering which leads to a formal qualification at the Masters level. The program duration is two years full time. Key emerging technologies in the area of electrical and electronic engineering, which are currently transforming modern society, include intelligent electricity networks; integration of renewable energy sources; wireless energy transfer; autonomous transportation; telecommunication security; distributed sensing and smart-home solutions; Internet of Things (IoT) and machine-to-machine communication.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

55 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

AUD 37,345 per year (indicative, 2026)

Duration

104 weeks

Intakes

Semester 1, Semester 2

Study Mode

Full-time or Part-time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

2-year (160 unit) Program
Bachelor Degree (AQF7) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering with an equivalent GPA of 4.5 or above.
Applicants who have completed any Electrical and Electronic Engineering program at the University of Newcastle are not eligible for admission.

International students

English language proficiency (IELTS Academic or approved equivalent): overall minimum 6.5; no sub-test below 6.
CRICOS course code: 113849M.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Engineers work on a wide range of tasks in many different environments – industries like electronics, energy, food, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, construction, environmental health and transportation. Engineering continues to be one of the most in-demand qualifications in the world, with many countries desperate to fill a shortage of professional skills in this field. This program will open up even more varied career opportunities, empowering you to take on a leadership role, start your own business or manage major engineering projects.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Engineers Australia (EA)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

Engineers Australia

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units19 units

Electives

Complete 40 units of electives to fulfil the requirements of the program. Electives can be used to extend and complement your core studies with more courses in the same field of study, or from areas that might be of interest to you. Electives can be chosen from all courses available at the University that do not have any other conditions (such as a course requisite) applied to them.

PHYS2211

Modern Physics 1

ENGG3500

Managing Engineering Projects

ELEC3160

Principles and Design of Off-Grid Power Systems

ELEC6840A

Final Year Project A

ELEC3540

Analog and Digital Communications

ELEC6840B

Final Year Project B

ELEC3730

Digital and Computer Electronics 2

ENGG6300

Machine Learning for Engineers

ELEC4720

Programmable Logic Design

ELEC6100

Electrical Systems

ELEC6160

Advanced Drives and Power Electronics

ELEC6210

Medical and Industrial Electronic Product Design

ELEC6251

Power Electronics and Renewable Systems

ELEC6400

Signal Processing

ELEC6410

Control System Design

ELEC6500

Telecommunication Networks

ENGG6200

Project/Directed Reading

ENGG6441

Nonlinear Control and Estimation

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Master of Professional Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) take to complete?

The course has a duration of 156 weeks, as listed in the CRICOS registry for this program at The University of Newcastle.

Does this course include a work component?

Yes, the course includes a work component of 35 hours per week over 12 weeks, totalling 420 hours of work-integrated learning.

What is the estimated total cost of the Master of Professional Engineering (Electrical and Electronic)?

The estimated total course cost is AU$160,630, which includes tuition fees of AU$159,454 and non-tuition fees of AU$1,176.

Where is the Master of Professional Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) delivered?

The course is delivered at The University of Newcastle's Callaghan campus, located at University Drive, Callaghan, New South Wales 2308. The location is owned and operated by the provider.

Is this course eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights?

This course may be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights as it is a Masters Degree (Extended) with a duration of 156 weeks (greater than 92 weeks) in the Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Technology field, which aligns with Skills Level 1 priority areas. Eligibility is reviewed yearly and requires at least one active enrolment at the time of review.

Application

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$70,000 – $90,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$90,000 – $115,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$115,000 – $145,000/yr

Career Paths

Electrical Engineer
Electronics Engineer
Power Systems Engineer
Control Systems Engineer
Telecommunications Engineer

Key Skills

Advanced electrical circuit design and analysis
Power systems engineering and grid management
Signal processing and embedded systems development
Control systems design and automation
Telecommunications and wireless network engineering

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