Master of Engineering

University of Waikato

Master's degree

Study Discipline: Engineering & Technology

Study Programme Details

City: Hamilton

Country: New Zealand

Admission Sessions: Autumn Session, Spring Session

Study Format: Full Time

Mode of Study: Fully on Site

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Programme Type

Master's degree

Duration

12 Months

Scholarship Available

Yes

Language

English

About this Study Course

Embark on a transformative journey with the Master of Engineering, a research-focused degree designed for graduates seeking to delve into advanced engineering design, research, and innovative problem-solving. Elevate your expertise and unlock boundless possibilities in the dynamic field of engineering.

Overview

As a Master of Engineering (ME) graduate, you stand at the crossroads of professional engineering and cutting-edge research. This 12-month full-time program, extending the foundation laid in your undergraduate studies, offers a unique blend of 30 points in taught papers and a 90-point dissertation or a comprehensive 120-point thesis.

Tailor your ME experience by choosing an endorsement from a diverse array of study areas, including Chemical and Biological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Materials and Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, and Robotics. Software Engineering projects find their home in the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences.

At the heart of the ME program lies the School of Engineering, fostering collaborative relationships between science, engineering, industry, and management. Immerse yourself in a world of research opportunities, guided by staff who are leaders in their respective fields. From a ‘snake robot’ for disaster rescue to a brain-controlled electro-mechanical prosthetic hand, past ME students have undertaken groundbreaking projects.

Admission Requirements

Admission requires a relevant Bachelors level qualification or equivalent.
an Academic IELTS Overall score of at least 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any band), or
a TOEFL iBT (Internet Based TOEFL) score of 90 with a Writing score of 21, or
a TOEFL iBT Home Edition overall score of 90 with a Writing score of 21, or
a B grade or better at Level 8 in the Certificate of Attainment in Academic English, or
a PTE Academic overall score of 56 with no band less than 46, or
a Language Cert International ESOL (LRWS) C1 Expert with an overall high pass and no less than a pass in each skill, or
a Language Cert International ESOL (LRWS) B2 Communicator with 38-50 score per skill, or
awarded a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 5), or
a Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE) III with a pass in all four components, or
a B2 First (formally known as Cambridge English: First (FCE)) with an overall score of 176 and no bands below 169, or
a C2 Proficiency (formally known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)) with an overall score of 176 and no bands below 169, or
a Michigan English Test (formally known as Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB)) minimum score of 59.

Chemical and Biological Engineering
Civil Engineering
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Materials and Process Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics Engineering
Software Engineering

Domestic $8,276 – $9,292 per year

International $44,425 per year

Future Career Outcomes

Explore real-world success stories of ME alumni, showcasing how the program aligns with industry demands and fosters skills development crucial in the evolving job market.