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Universities Australia University of Melbourne Courses Master of Environmental Systems Engineering

Master of Environmental Systems Engineering
at University of Melbourne

Melbourne, Australia

Tuition Fee AU$ 48,320
Country Rank#2
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5 TOEFL: 79

Program Overview

The Master of Environmental Systems Engineering is designed for qualified engineers who are looking to change their field of work or advance in their careers.

Design solutions to the challenges facing our world in water resource management, energy, bushfire management and climate change, with the Master of Environmental Systems Engineering at Australia’s No.1 university.* Develop advanced knowledge and skills in sustainable development and environmental management. Be guided by world leading academics specialising in energy, hydrology, hydraulics, water resources and waste management. Our experts are working on exploring wave dynamics, removing sludge from wastewater, turning any water into drinking water, and using drones in viniculture.

Course Content
Course structure

Students must complete 100 credit points in one of three themes. The course comprises four 12.5 point core subjects, two in each of semesters one and two. Students may choose ONE theme they wish to focus on, from:
- Waste Management or
- Energy or
- Water Resources
Subject options:
- Quantitative Environmental Modelling
- Sustainable Infrastructure Engineering
- Monitoring Environmental Impacts
- Environmental Analysis Tools
Waste Management Focus

Selective Subjects: Choose 37.5 points:
- IE Research Project 2
- Solid Wastes to Sustainable Resources
- Water and Waste Water Management
- Environmental Management ISO 14000
- Engineering Hydrology
Energy Focus

Selective Subjects: Choose 37.5 points:
- IE Research Project 2
- Energy for Sustainable Development
- Solar Energy
- Energy Efficiency Technology
- Sustainable Buildings
Water Resources Focus

Selective Subjects: Choose 37.5 points:
- IE Research Project 2
- Water and Waste Water Management
- International River Basin Management
- Engineering Hydrology
- Computational Fluid Dynamics
Suggested Approved Electives

Choose 12.5 points:
- Foundations of Spatial Information
- Geotechnical Applications
- Freight Systems
- Transport System Modelling
- Engineering Contracts and Procurement
- Water Sensitive Urban Design
- Metocean Engineering
- Port Access and Navigation
- Dredging Engineering
- Port and Harbour Engineering
- Engineering Hydrology
- Water Planning & an Uncertain Future
Entry Requirement
Option 1:
- A four-year degree in an engineering discipline
- With a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%) or equivalent
Option 2:
- A three-year undergraduate degree in an appropriate discipline
- With a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%) or equivalent and
- At least two years of full-time, documented and relevant professional or work experience
English Language Criteria:
- IELTS (Academic English only): 6.5 (With no band less than 6)
- ITOEFL (internet-based test): 79 +
Fees & Scholarships
International full fee:
- AUD$ 48,320
Career Prospect
Our graduates are qualified for a diverse range of work including:
- Application Engineer
- Environmental Engineer
- Senior Consultant
- Hydrologist
- Project Environmental Engineer

Cost Of Studying At University of Melbourne

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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Master of Environmental Systems Engineering at University of Melbourne