Master of Engineering (Electrical Engineering)

 

Overview

  • Program code: MC176
  • GC142, GD173, Graduate Certificate in Electrical Engineering, Graduate Diploma in Electrical Engineering 

  • Campus: City campus

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Prepare for a leadership role in the internationally fast-growing sectors of power engineering and energy.

You'll focus on technical areas of electrical engineering, including renewable energy and high-voltage systems.

The program will suit you if you're an electrical engineer graduate wanting specialist knowledge in the latest power engineering technologies, or you're a graduate from another discipline seeking a career change to this sector.

As a graduate, you'll have leading-edge knowledge and skills in power engineering with effective business skills in communication, teamwork and management.

Duration

1.5 years full-time or 3 years part-time

This duration incorporates Graduate Diploma: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time and Graduate Certificate: 6 months full-time or 1 year part-time.

Course contact is generally in the afternoon and evening to fit in with work commitments of part-time students.

Features

Learning and teaching

RMIT offers a variety of learning and teaching approaches including lectures, seminars, studios, workshops, presentations, group discussions and syndicate work. These are primarily in English.

You will have access to the Learning Hub and other online and digital resources through the myRMIT student portal.

Ongoing assessment throughout the semester includes examinations, essays, reports, oral classes, presentations, group projects, research projects, laboratory projects and practical assignments.

Program structure

The Master of Engineering (Electrical Engineering) consists of 144 credit points.

This includes the Graduate Diploma (96 credit points) and the Graduate Certificate (48 credit points).

Examples of courses you may study include:

  • Advanced Control Systems (PG)
  • Advanced Power Systems
  • Electrical Energy Conversion
  • Industrial Automation
  • Power Electronic Converters
  • Power System Analysis and Control
  • Real Time Estimation and Control
  • Renewable Electrical Energy Systems
  • Switched Mode Power Supplies
  • Variable Speed Drives.

The following program structure(s) is an example of what students are currently studying in this program.

Industry connections

RMIT University is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with professional or vocational practice.

Career

The sectors of smart grid technology and renewable energy are experiencing rapid growth.

As a result, the field of power engineering offers electrical engineers strong employment prospects.

You'll be prepared to advance your career and take up leadership roles in the power industry.

Entry requirements

You must meet the University entry requirements for this type of program.

If you satisfy the following requirements you will be eligible for selection; however, there is no guarantee that you will be selected as demand for the program varies each intake.

Program entry requirements

Successful completion of a Bachelor degree in science or engineering in computer, electronic, telecommunications or electrical disciplines, or relevant industrial experience as a qualified technologist.

Prerequisites

None

Selection tasks

None

How to apply

1. Check program entry requirements and confirm you're eligible.

2. Check and complete the selection tasks (if applicable) by the relevant closing date - these tasks are listed in the program entry requirements.

3. Check the table below for how to apply.

4. Apply using the appropriate method by the closing date.

Application method

Level of study

Semester 1

Semester 2 (midyear)

Graduate Certificate, Diploma

Direct application

or

Internal application (current students only)

Direct application

or

Internal application (current students only)

Graduate Diploma in Education

VTAC application

or

Internal application (current students only)

Direct application

or

Internal application (current students only)

Masters by coursework

Direct application

or

Internal application (current students only)

Direct application

or

Internal application (current students only)

Fees

Tuition fees vary according to each program and are adjusted annually.

There are 2 tuition fee types:

  • full fees where you will be responsible for the full cost
  • Commonwealth supported place (CSP) fees where your tuition fee is shared between you and the Commonwealth Government if you meet the eligibility criteria. There are only a small number of CSPs available.

Fee assistance

As a full fee-paying student, you may be eligible to apply for the optional FEE-HELP loan scheme to assist you to pay all or part of your tuition fees.

As a Commonwealth supported student, you may be able to either:

  • pay all or part of your student contribution up front and receive a 10% discount, or
  • defer payment through the HECS-HELP loan scheme.

RMIT awards more than 2000 scholarships every year to recognise academic achievement and assist students from a variety of backgrounds. Learn more about RMIT Scholarships.

Other fees

In addition to tuition fees you will also pay the Student services and amenities fee (SSAF). You may be able to defer the fee through the SA-HELP loan scheme.

There may be other additional expenses and administrative fees associated with your studies.

Pathways

Advanced standing may be granted if you hold an appropriate postgraduate qualification or equivalent.

Applications will be considered on an individual basis.

Learn more about pathways or if you are eligible for credit transfer and recognition of prior learning.

Owning school

Electrical & Computer Eng

Contact details

Info Corner
330 Swanston Street (cnr La Trobe Street)
Melbourne VIC 3000
Tel. +61 3 9925 2260
Make an enquiry

OR

School of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Tel. +61 3 9925 2090
Email: eleceng@rmit.edu.au

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Disclaimer

Although RMIT endeavours to ensure the accuracy of this information, there is no guarantee it will remain accurate all year. Applicants are advised to confirm program details with the appropriate school before making an application.