Master of Engineering Science (Mechanical)

at Flinders University

You will be provided with study in both the theoretical and practical aspects of engineering, and the course builds on your previous experience and knowledge.
 

The program includes eleven core topics including a design project and research project. Core topics provide you with the opportunity to gain knowledge in analysis of engineering systems, engineering physics and materials, engineering mathematics, mechanics and structures, engineering mechanics, engineering materials, and thermodynamics and energy systems.
 

Options topics cover areas such as fluid mechanics, dynamics, applied thermo-fluid dynamics, mechanics of machines, control systems, and solid mechanics.

Year 1

• Engineering Design GE
• Engineering Mathematics GE
• Mechanics and Structures GE
• Fluid Mechanics GE
• Analysis of Engineering Systems GE
• Engineering Physics and Materials GE
• Dynamics GE
• Thermodynamics and Energy Systems GE
   

Year 2

• Masters Project (4.5/9 units)
• Engineering Management
• Masters Project (4.5/9 units)
• Systems Engineering

Applicants must normally hold one of the following appropriate qualifications:

• an engineering degree
• a science degree
• an Australian TAFE diploma or advanced diploma (AQF Level 5) qualification in an appropriate field plus seven years relevant work experience
• an equivalent overseas qualification.
   

A knowledge of mathematics (equivalent to first year university mathematics), and science (equivalent to a university undergraduate topic in physics and other relevant sciences), is assumed.
 

International students must satisfy our English language proficiency requirements for admission. If your first language is not English you will need to have:
 

• Achieved the required test score for the course you are applying for. The IELTS and equivalent scores to meet the various levels #. IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Cambridge tests must be taken in a registered testing centre.; or
• Successfully completed an approved secondary or tertiary qualification, taught in the English language in a country where English is the official language or the main language spoken (for up to an overall IELTS of 6.0) with evidence no more than five years old on the proposed date of commencement of the course; or
• Successfully completed a pre-course English program from an approved ELICOS Provider*.

Annual fees:   $39,500

Mechanical engineers are in great demand locally and internationally in a variety of industries.