What will I learn?

This graduate diploma course is designed for engineers with a background in electrical, electronics, instrumentation & control, or industrial computer systems engineering, who seek to advance their career and to build on their current engineering specialization.Skills and knowledge in the latest developing technologies in electrical systemsPractical guidance from electrical experts from around the world Global networking contacts in academia and industry Improved career optionsYou will examine the dominant technologies in power generation, distribution and transmission.You will learn how to conduct effective power systems analysis, consider issues in smart energy conversion, and be able to apply an accurate power system dynamic model for system stability. You will investigate wind and solar energy as examples of centralized and distributed renewable power sources as well as the effects of renewable integration on classic power issues.You will refine your business knowledge and communication skills and add technical knowledge necessary to lead engineering teams and execute complex solutionsYou will engage in a detailed review of earthing/grounding, system protection and safety.

Which department am I in?

School of Electrical Engineering

Study options

Online/Distance (12 Months)

Tuition fees

A$12,738.00 (US$ 8,395) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

June 2025

Entry requirements

For international students

To gain entry into this program, we require applicants to hold:

A recognized 3-year bachelor degree in an engineering qualification in a congruent field of practice; OR

An EIT Bachelor of Science (Engineering) degree in a congruent field of practice; OR

A 4-year Bachelor of Engineering qualification (or equivalent) that is recognized under the Washington Accord or by Engineers Australia, in a congruent, or a different field of practice at the discretion of the Admissions Committee; OR

A 4-year Bachelor of Engineering qualification (or equivalent) that is not recognized under the Washington Accord, in a congruent field of practice to this program; AND

An appropriate level of English Language Proficiency equivalent to an English pass level in an Australian Senior Certificate of Education, or an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no individual band less than 6.0), or equivalent as outlined in the EIT Admissions Policy.

With integrated compulsory twelve-week professional industry experience, training or project work of which six weeks are directly supervised by a professional/eligible professional engineer as determined by EIT.

Congruent field of practice means one of the following with adequate Electrical Engineering content (fields not listed below to be considered by the Dean and the Admissions Committee on a case-by-case basis):

Electrical Engineering

Electrical Power Engineering

Electronic and Communication System

Industrial Engineering

Instrumentation, Control, and Automation

Mechatronic Systems

Manufacturing and Management Systems

Industrial Automation

Production Engineering

Renewable Systems and Signal Processing

Applicants may have a maximum of one individual band of 5.5 and be granted entry subject to the provision of English language support by EIT.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.