MC225 - Master of Engineering (Aerospace)
Plan: MC225 - Master of Engineering (Aerospace and Aviation)
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Master of Engineering (Aerospace and Aviation)
Award abbreviation: MEng(Aero&Avn)
Total credit points: 192
Career: PGRD
Duration: 2 years full time (4 semesters); 4 years part time (8 semesters)
Location: Onshore, City Campus
Owning school: Engineering (172H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/engineering
ASCED code: 030703
CRICOS code: 079800D
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The fields of Aerospace and Aviation are associated with cutting edge technology and consistently lead in innovation and salary levels. This degree supports your employability in this high technology area and is particularly designed to reflect the needs of the international workforce in the aerospace and aviation industry. Graduates from the Masters Engineering (Aerospace and Aviation) program will have well-developed technical skills covering a broad range of areas in Aerospace and Aviation. The Asian region is the key growth area for the Aviation market, where double digit growth rates in air traffic exist in China, Hong Kong and Singapore. Massive passenger growth means many more aircraft, larger and more airports, and larger and new airlines. All of these lead to more aerospace engineers, and more aviation related employees. These all will need more leaders as these areas grow and this program is intended to provide graduates with the advanced skills to be leaders in this area.
The objectives of the Master of Engineering (Aerospace and Aviation) program are to educate you as an aerospace and aviation industry professional who is able to:
- analyse complex engineering assets in the aerospace and aviation environment, and develop engineering, scientific and technological solutions to ensure problem-free operations;
- find innovative solutions from an array of possibilities through systematic problem solving and engineering / technological systems design methodologies operating in the aerospace and aviation industry;
- analyse and implement novel solutions for aerospace and aviation systems for challenging problems and opportunities;
- communicate with a wide range of key aerospace and aviation industry stakeholders in professional and effective manner;
- build, lead and work with teams with trust and respect;
- achieve results in an industry characterised by global completion and driven by rapidly changing market forces.
In this program you will undertake a capstone project with the 48 credit point course OENG1088 Master's Research Project (or the alternative of taking both of the 24 credit point courses OENG1089 Master's Research Project Part 1 and OENG1090 Master's Research Project Part 2). In this project you will consolidate and expand the knowledge gained throughout the program through an in-depth experimental and/or analytical study of a highly technical and/or engineering management application.
The program is delivered in face-to-face mode at the City campus.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
If you have successfully completed one of the following qualifications majoring in engineering you may be eligible for exemptions as follows:
| Qualification level | Exemptions | Remaining program duration |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Certificate in the same discipline | Up to 48 credit points (equivalent to one semesters full time study) | 144 credit points (equivalent to three semesters full time study) |
| Graduate Diploma in the same discipline | Up to 96 credit points (equivalent to two semesters full time study) | 96 credit points (equivalent to two semesters full time study) |
Information is available on the RMIT University website about how to apply for Credit Transfer or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit
Upon successful completion of the Master of Engineering you may be eligible to undertake further studies in related programs at RMIT University subject to each program’s entry requirements. More specifically, you may be eligible to undertake further studies in Postgraduate Research Programs.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
MC225 Master of Engineering (Aerospace and Aviation) has been discontinued and will not accept new students.
Program Entry Requirments
Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or international equivalent) in one of the following fields: Aerospace, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Sustainable systems or Automotive Engineering with a GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0.
Applicants who have a successfully completed a relevant degree (as above) with a GPA of at least 1.5 out of 4.0, will be considered if they have at least 3 years of relevant industry experience.
Successful completion of an Australian postgraduate qualification (or international equivalent) in a related discipline (as above)
Applicants without any relevant prior qualification will be considered if they have at least 10 years of relevant industry experience.
Experienced professionals without formal academic qualifications shall be considered on a case-by-case basis. Professional experience includes at least ten years work experience as a Licensed (Civil or Military):
- Airline Transport (or military aircraft) Pilot, including management roles (e.g. chief pilot, staff officer, etc); or
- Air Traffic Controller, including management roles; or
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, including engineering and management roles (e.g. airworthiness manager, quality control/assurance officer, etc.)
AND
- Evidence of at least 150 hours of continuing professional development (CPD) through in-house or professional organisation run training.
International qualifications are assessed according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
English language requirements:
A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English Equivalents Web Page.
Credit Transfer and Recognised Prior Learning
Some applicants may be eligible for credit. Please refer to the Articulation and Pathways section for further information.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
External Accreditation
The Master of Engineering (Aerospace and Aviation) is not accredited, although it has been developed to align with the Engineers Australia accreditation framework. Engineers Australia is the professional body responsible for the accreditation of higher education programs that prepare students to practise as professional engineers. Graduates of the Master of Engineering (Aerospace and Aviation) may be eligible to apply for membership of Engineers Australia. More details on membership of Engineers Australia can be found here.
Industry Links
This program has strong links with industry through its Industry Advisory Committee and through research and teaching collaborations. Many of the staff teaching within the program are from local industry or have extensive previous industry experiences and well-developed contact networks, and many are currently engaged in industry funded research projects. These attributes, when integrated into teaching and courseware development, ensure that your learning experience is industry-relevant and work-integrated. The Research Project course, undertaken in the second year of the program, provides opportunities for Work Integrated Learning through industry-based projects.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Library resources and services
As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University you can access the extensive services, facilities and study space provided by the Library. You can access books, journals and other course related materials, such as DVDs, past exams, newspapers and e-books. Through our document delivery service you can also request items from any library in the world.
Computers for study are available at every Library site, where you can access the Internet, myRMIT (www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit) or Library e-resources. If you have a laptop you can access the RMIT University wireless network in the Library.
Library staff can show you how to find information for your assignments or you can work through web-based tutorials or use our online Ask a Librarian service.
The Library is continually expanding our electronic collections to make it easier for you to get the information you need when you need it. All RMIT University students have unlimited access to quality electronic resources such as, e-books, e-journals and newspapers.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.
Online learning tools and content
You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at myRMIT: www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit.
Services available to you as a student at RMIT University
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