What will I learn?

The Master of Engineering (Electrical Systems), developed by electrical and renewable energy experts, will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to address the demands of the modern power industry. You will learn how to design the components of a power system including generation, transmission, distribution and the associated systems. The program will also cover the automation, protection and control components that contribute to the high level of reliability expected from modern power systems. The rapid development of the renewable field has led to a shortage of fully skilled electrical engineers who are competent in both classic power system operation and renewable system integration.The program presents the widely used wind and solar energy as centralized and distributed power sources as well as the effects of renewable integration on classic power issues. You will also learn energy storage as an integral part of a microgrid or at a larger utility level. You will get the opportunity to understand the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning as data-driven approaches in smart grids with the application of smart meters. The section on project management provides the skills required for effective management of power generation, transmission, and distribution projects.The Project Thesis, the capstone of the program, requires a high level of personal autonomy and accountability, as it reinforces the knowledge and skill base developed in the previous units. As a significant research component of the program, this project will facilitate research, critical evaluation, and the application of knowledge and skills with creativity and initiative, enabling you to critique current professional practice in the electrical engineering industry.

Which department am I in?

School of Electrical Engineering

CRICOS

0100462

Study options

Full Time (24 Months)

Tuition fees

A$25,850.00 (US$ 17,036) per year

Administration Fee - 250

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

August 2025

Venue

Perth Campus

Marquis Street,

Bentley,

Western Australia,

6102, Australia

Full Time (24 Months)

Tuition fees

A$25,850.00 (US$ 17,036) per year

Administration Fee - 250

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

February 2025

Venue

Brisbane Campus

Level 6, 333 Adelaide Street,

Brisbane,

Queensland,

4000, BRISBANE, Australia

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Entry requirements

For international students

To gain entry into this program, applicants need one of the following:

a) a recognized 3-year bachelor degree in an engineering qualification in a congruent field of practice.
b) an EIT Bachelor of Science (Engineering) degree in a congruent field of practice.
c) a 4-year Bachelor of Engineering qualification (or equivalent), that is recognized under the Washington Accord or Engineers Australia, in a congruent, or a different field of practice at the discretion of the Admissions Committee.
d) 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)