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Master of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic)

Campus North Terrace Campus

Degree Type Masters by Coursework

Duration 1 year full-time or part-time? equiv.

SATAC Code 3CM061

2009
ATAR N/A

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  • Program Outline

    Electrical and Electronic engineers design and create devices that use electrical energy. This broad field represents the leading edge of technology in many domains: from alternative energy systems to microelectronic computer chips; from the electric motors of hybrid vehicles to the control electronics of unmanned aircraft.

    Electrical and Electronic Engineering graduates specialise in a diverse variety of growing fields such as image processing, robotics, radar and remote sensing, micromachines, biomedical engineering and information security.  

    This program offers candidates the chance to specialise in cutting-edge technologies aligned to their career pathways. It is suitable for engineering graduates with Honours who wish to pursue further studies, as well as engineers with relevant work experience. Successful candidates may articulate to the Master of Engineering (Advanced).

    This 24-unit program includes 9 units of core courses comprising statistics, system modelling, and project management, designed to provide generic skills applicable across all fields of engineering. The remaining 15 units are discipline specific courses providing additional technical material at a level beyond that of a first engineering degree.

    Intending students should consult the program coordinator early in the year in which they plan to study to check when particular courses or projects will be available.

  • Program Structure
    This 24 unit program is suitable for engineering graduates with Honours who wish to pursue further studies, as well as engineers with relevant work experience (up to 12 additional units of enabling courses may be required depending on the exact nature of the applicant's qualifications - this may extend study by one semester).

    The program includes 9 units of core courses designed to provide generic skills applicable across all fields of engineering. These are Statistics in Engineering, System Modelling and Simulation and Applied Project Management. The remaining 15 units are of specialisation courses in fields such as microelectronics, signal processing and communications, radio frequency engineering, and power engineering. The selection of specialisation courses will enable candidates to either explore a sub-discipline at some depth or acquire further knowledge across a broad front.

    Applicants should note that the courses in this program are of a high academic standard and are designed to build on existing knowledge established in an undergraduate Bachelor of Engineering program. The Master of Engineering is not a discipline conversion program. Accordingly applicants are advised that they should have studied at least two of the above areas of specialisation in some depth (no less than half of a semester's work, in total) in their Bachelor of Engineering program. Familiarity with signal processing techniques, basic electromagnetics, electronics, matrix algebra and elementary statistics will be assumed in many of these courses.
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  • Admission and Fee Information

    Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
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    Domestic applicants

    Not a domestic applicant? ?

    SATAC Code 3CM061
    Annual tuition fees ?
    Commonwealth-supported place: $7,567
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only.
    Completed Honours degree in a related discipline of Engineering or equivalent.
    How to Apply ?
    SATAC Code: 3CM061

    International applicants

    Not an international applicant? ?

    IELTS Overall 6 [more info]
    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $26,250
    Mid-year entry? Subject to availability
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only
    Prerequisites ?
    Relevant Bachelor of Engineering with Honours or equivalent
    Equivalent Scores
    IELTS
    Overall
    Reading
    Listening
    Speaking
    Writing
    6
    5.5
    5.5
    6
    6
    How to Apply ?

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $26,250
    Mid-year entry? Subject to availability
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only
  • Study Plans

    The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.

    Total units required for this program - 24 units

    *Students who have completed a Bachelor of Engineering at the University of Adelaide should use this study plan as a guide only since they may be required to present a different set of courses from those listed.

    Clarification of personalised study plans will be provided at the time of enrolment.

    Core Courses

    Select 9 units from the following:

    Electrical & Electronic Electives

    Elective choices must comply with the following rules:

    • A maximum of 3 units of Management electives may be selected 

    Select 15 units from the following:

    Management Electives

    The availability of all courses is conditional on the availability of staff and facilities and sufficient enrolments.
  • Career Opportunities

    Technical engineering fields in chosen specialisation.

  • Graduate Attributes
    • Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.
    • The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.
    • An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.
    • Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.
    • A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.
    • A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.
    • A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.
    • An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.
  • Program Rules
  • Further Information
    Telephone (08) 8303 6476. Email ecms_office@adelaide.edu.au. Website: www.ecms.adelaide.edu.au.
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