MX-PROENG v.1 Master of Professional Engineering
MProEng(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 098138E
Registered full-time Duration:
3 Years
Course Overview
Master Degrees (Extended) prepare students to apply advanced knowledge for professional practice and further learning corresponding to AQF level 9 qualifications.
This course provides the opportunity either to develop engineering skills and build on an undergraduate degree or convert a 3 year science related degree to an accredited professional/level engineering qualification. It provides for flexible entry and exit pathways.
Course Accreditation Status
Accreditation of this course is being sought from Engineers Australia
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Course Entry and Completion Details
Applicants for a Master Degree (Extended) are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au. Applicants generally require a Bachelor Degree or Graduate Certificate. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.
Specifically, applicants require a Bachelor degree or equivalent from a relevant science or engineering discipline for entry into the 3 year Master degree. Students with an engineering degree from a recognised university in the engineering discipline that they wish to study in the Masters, may gain entry into Year 2 of this course. All Curtin Engineering graduates will be considered for entry on a case-by-case basis.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm
Intermediate Awards
A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate awards approved for this course:
Graduate Diploma Professional Engineering (GD-PROENG)
Pathway to Further Study
Graduates may qualify for entry to Doctoral degrees. For further details, see the Graduate Research School website http://research.curtin.edu.au/postgraduate-research/future-research-students/entry-requirements/
Course Organisation
Master Degrees (Extended) contain a series of units in a specialised practice area of study; they may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences.
Course Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply knowledge and skills to design and lead innovative solutions to engineering problems
2. analyse and synthesise contemporary industry needs to inform improvements and formulate solutions
3. improve professional practice and promote life-long learning through research and critical analysis of contemporary information
4. analyse, generate and communicate effective and innovative solutions to complex problems
5. use technology to facilitate complex problem solving and operational efficiencies in an engineering context
6. maintain and initiate ongoing professional expertise and life-long learning for personal and career development
7. apply engineering skills and knowledge in a global context to address issues of international relevance
8. recognise international issues and demonstrate cultural competence inclusive of diversity relevant to engineering
9. demonstrate leadership skills, expert judgements, ethical behaviour and self-management as a professional engineer
Duration and Availability
This course is three years' full-time or equivalent part-time study. All majors in this course are available to international students studying in Australia on a study visa. There are two intakes offered each year, in February and July.
Location and delivery Mode
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2019 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2020 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||||
| MJRP-TLNET | v.1 | Electrical Engineering Major (Telecommunications and Networking) (M ProfEng) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRP-EMSYS | v.1 | Electrical Engineering Major (Embedded Systems) (M ProfEng) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRP-CHEMM | v.1 | Chemical Engineering Major (M ProfEng) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRP-EMPWR | v.1 | Electrical Engineering Major (Emerging Power Systems) (M ProfEng) | 600.0 | ||
| 600.0 | |||||
Further Information
If you need more course information, you may contact the relevant areas: For Current Students: Student Services Office, please click here for further details: http://students.curtin.edu.au/contact_offices.cfm. For Domestic Future Students: Curtin Connect Future Students, enquiries: https://future.connect.curtin.edu.au/ , Tel: +61-1300 222 888. For International Future Students: Curtin International, email: international@curtin.edu.au, Tel: +61-8-9266 7331.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within a normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
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International students
International students studying in Australia on a student visa can only study full-time and there are also specific entry requirements that must be met. As some information contained in this publication may not be applicable to international students, refer to international.curtin.edu.au for further information. Australian citizens, permanent residents and international students studying outside Australia may have the choice of full-time, part-time and external study, depending on course availability and in-country requirements.
