Master of Professional Engineering (Specialisation)

The Master of Professional Engineering at the University of Tasmania offers specialisations including Civil and Structural Engineering. As noted by one student, there are only a few universities in Australia that provide a master's degree in Structural Engineering, making UTas a notable option for this specialisation.

Yes, the program includes work-integrated learning opportunities. For example, one student secured an internship with civil engineering firm GHD in Hobart during the 2021–22 summer break, where she worked on actual design tasks associated with projects in structures, dams, and transportation, and subsequently received a part-time role during her semesters and a graduate role upon graduation.

The University of Tasmania offers career support through its Career Connect team, which provides elite preparation for job interviews via one-on-one consultations. The university also offers numerous volunteer opportunities to help students integrate into the community at a professional and personal level.

Yes, the course is well-suited for internationally trained engineers. One graduate from India with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and two years of industry experience enrolled in the program to gain academic knowledge and local Australian industry experience, which ultimately helped her secure an internship and a graduate job offer in Hobart.

The University of Tasmania has a terrific reputation in the engineering industry. One student noted that most of her senior colleagues at her internship with GHD were University of Tasmania alumni with 15–20 or more years of experience, reflecting the strong industry standing of the university's engineering graduates.