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Overview

  • Develop the skills to solve complex industrial problems.
  • Available in all engineering disciplines, including civil, electrical, mechanical, medical, environmental and telecommunications.
  • Apply yourself to real-world problems in a supervised research project sponsored by industry, government or QUT.
QUT course code BN72
Attendance Part-time or Full-time
Course duration 1 year full-time
2 years part-time
Start month 2013
Delivery On campus
  • Gardens Point
Faculty
  • Science and Engineering Faculty
Course contact
CRICOS code003465J
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Details

This research program for professional engineers equips you to solve complex industrial problems.

The program is available in all engineering disciplines offered by the Faculty (including civil, electrical, mechanical, medical, environmental and telecommunications engineering), with specialisations in the Faculty’s research focus areas.

In completing the course you apply yourself to real-world problems in a research project that is usually sponsored by industry, government authorities, professional organisations or QUT. You can enhance your preparation for the research project by completing coursework units as part of the program.

Masters by research studies normally include:

  • assessed coursework
  • participation in University scholarly activities such as research seminars, teaching and publication
  • regular meetings with supervisors
  • a program of supervised research and investigation
  • preparation of a thesis.

Units

Entry requirements

A four-year degree in an appropriate discipline with Honours or equivalent qualification or a graduate diploma or masters degree in an appropriate discipline with a minimum grade point average of 5 with relevant experience or professional experience and/or other qualifications.

Course fees

Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. All fees are based on current fixed fee prices. We review fees annually.

Aust citizens or PRs will be awarded an RTS/RTA place or a QUT sponsorship for tuition fees. If you exceed the max time, you may be charged - 2013: $12,500 (indicative) per Semester (subject to annual review)

Scholarships and financial support

You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.

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Apply

How to apply for Master of Engineering (Research)

You apply directly to QUT for all our research degrees.

Are you ready to submit your application?

You're ready if you have:

  1. Looked at our research areas
  2. Selected your degree
  3. Checked you meet the entry requirements
  4. Checked if you're eligible for a scholarship
  5. Agreed on a supervisor with your faculty
  6. Discussed your options and developed your topic
  7. Written your research proposal
  8. Gathered your supporting documents

All done? Then you're ready to apply.

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