MC229 - Master of Engineering (Sustainable Energy)

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Plan: MC229 - Master of Engineering (Sustainable Energy)
Campus: City Campus

Overview

Program details
Purpose of the Program
Articulation and pathways
Entrance requirements
External accreditation and industry links
Student expenses and charges in addition to fees
Library, IT and specialist resources

Program details

Award title: Master of Engineering (Sustainable Energy)
Award abbreviation: MEng(SustEn)
Total credit points: 192
Career: PGRD
Duration: 2 years (4 semesters) full time. 4 years (8 semesters) part time
Location: City Campus
Owning school: Engineering (172H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/engineering
ASCED code: 030701
CRICOS code: 079934A

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Purpose of the Program

The main objective of this program is to provide a pathway for graduate engineers and scientists, or those with an alternative acceptable qualification and significant experience in industry, to gain a postgraduate qualification in the burgeoning specialist area of sustainable energy.

In line with following this objective, the program has been designed to enable you to:

  • apply your specialist knowledge, understanding and skills obtained in this program to analyse complex sustainable energy systems and technologies.
  • find innovative solutions from an array of possibilities through a systematic problem solving approach taking into account the economic, sociopolitical, policy and environmental context affecting sustainable energy solutions.
  • prepare business cases for sustainable energy projects to deliver value for all stakeholders.
  • conceive novel sustainable energy system designs for challenging problems.
  • communicate with a wide range of key stakeholders in a professional and effective manner.
  • lead, build and work with teams with trust and respect.
  • conduct research investigations on a wide range of sustainable energy technologies and solutions
  • The program requires in-person attendance in the City Campus, but also takes advantage of the capabilities of Canvas, the online learning management system that is available to all students and provides scope for collaboration and remote access.

In this program you will undertake a capstone project in the 48 credit point course OENG1088 Master's Research Project (or the alternative of completing the two 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.

This program is primarily delivered in face-to-face mode at the City Campus. While most courses in the program are delivered on campus, others are delivered online.

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Articulation and pathways

Very Important: the following exit program is being discontinued.

For domestic students, the following exit award is available until Semester 2, 2025 after which it will no longer be available:

GD149 Graduate Diploma in Sustainable Energy is available if you choose to exit the Master's program after 96 credit points. This excludes any courses awarded as advanced standing.
The capabilities developed by the Graduate Diploma are consequently less comprehensive than those developed by the Master's program.

Note: these exit award is not registered with CRICOS and therefore not available for international students

Pathways

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.

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Entrance requirements

Academic Entry Requirements

Successful completion of an Australian Bachelor of Engineering degree (or international equivalent) in one of the following fields: Electrical, Electronic, Aerospace, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Sustainable Systems, Computer or Automotive Engineering with a GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0.

Applicants who have successfully completed a relevant degree (as above) with a GPA of at least 1.5 out of 4, will be considered if they have at least 3 years of relevant industry experience.

OR

Successful completion of an Australian postgraduate qualification (or international equivalent) in a related discipline (as above).

OR

Applicants without any relevant prior qualification will be considered if they have at least 10 years of relevant industry experience.

International qualifications are assessed for equivalence with the above Australian Qualifications Framework qualifications.

English Language Requirements

International applicants: A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0, or equivalent.

For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.

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External accreditation and industry links

External Accreditation

The Master of Engineering (Sustainable Energy) is provisionally accredited by Engineers Australia (EA) at the Professional Engineer level for students who commenced study during the period specified on the EA website. RMIT will apply for full program accreditation at a future date, in accordance with EA procedures. See EA for more information on provisionally accredited programs.

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Student 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. A scientific calculator (similar to those used in VCE Year 12) is also a mandatory requirement for all students and will be needed from the start of your program.

Calculator Requirement

For student commencing the program from semester 1, 2026, you are required to have a scientific calculator for your studies. Only scientific calculators are permitted in on-campus tests unless otherwise specified by the course coordinator. A scientific calculator, as defined by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA), must not include features such as graphing, symbolic manipulation (CAS), programming functions, extended memory capable of storing text or symbols, or any communication capability. It is your responsibility to ensure your calculator complies with these requirements and does not include prohibited features.

Laptop Requirement

For students commencing the program from semester 1, 2026, you are required to have regular access to a laptop that meets the minimum specifications outlined by RMIT for academic use. A suitable device is essential for participating in tutorials, accessing course materials, running required software, and completing assessments. You are expected to bring your laptop to all relevant classes. While the University provides access to specialist software, it is your responsibility to ensure your device is fully functional and kept up to date with essential software such as internet browsers and operating system updates, to enable access to university systems and services.

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Library, IT and specialist resources

Resources available from the Library:

As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University you can access the extensive services, facilities and study space provided by the Library. 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 and print resources such as books, journals, newspapers, streaming media and past exam papers. Through our document delivery service you can also request items from any library in the world.

Library staff can show you how to find information for your assignments, or you can work through Library subject guides and web based tutorials, or use our online Ask a Librarian service.

Computers for study are available at every Library site and wireless access is available if you are working from a laptop or mobile device.

You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.

Online learning tools and content:

As a student in this program you may access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses from the student portal, myRMIT.

Learning services available to you as a student at RMIT

RMIT provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.

Services are available face to face and online assisting with:

  • transition to tertiary study and learning
  • study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
  • enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
  • career development and employment
  • living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
  • opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
  • opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance

We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

You can find more information at www.rmit.edu.au/students

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