Master of Electrical Engineering (MC-ELECENG)
Masters (Coursework)Year: 2025 Delivered: On Campus (Parkville)
About this course
Coordinator
Gavin Buskes
Contact
This course is available in My Course Planner
Overview
| Award title | Master of Electrical Engineering |
|---|---|
| Year & campus | 2025 — Parkville |
| CRICOS code | 106106J |
| Fees information | Subject EFTSL, level, discipline and census date |
| Study level & type | Graduate Coursework |
| AQF level | 9 |
| Credit points | 300 credit points |
| Duration | 36 months full-time or 72 months part-time |
Overview
Electrical engineers play a key role in the design, implementation and management of systems that exploit electrical phenomena to meet practical needs. These include systems for automation, surveillance, energy conversion, power distribution, telecommunications and information processing, on both very large and very small scales. Graduates are sought after for their strong analytical skills and they find employment in a variety of industries in roles ranging from research-and-development to project management and finance.
Intended learning outcomes
To produce graduates skilled in fundamental electrical engineering principles and the application of these to solve complex open-ended problems. Within this course, students acquire core skills in the areas of electronics, control, signal processing and communications, and can further specialise in one of autonomous systems, communication networks, electronics and photonics, low-carbon power systems, artificial intelligence, or business.
Distinction
Upon completion of the Master of Electrical Engineering, it is possible for a student to be awarded Master of Electrical Engineering with Distinction provided a student has achieved a high level of academic performance. Eligibility of the Distinction award is dependent on a calculated distinction score.
The distinction score will only take into account Level 9 subjects undertaken at the University of Melbourne. This means Study Abroad and Exchange subjects will not be considered. One 12.5 point subject with the lowest mark will be omitted in the calculation of the distinction score. All level 9 subjects with credit points of more than 12.5 points must be included in the calculations. Only marks from the first attempt at a subject will be used. The average mark will be weighted by the credit points of the subjects. A Master of Engineering with Distinction will be awarded if the score is 80 or above.
Hurdle Requirement
In order to achieve the Engineering Practice Hurdle requirement, students will need to document the attainment of professional skills at an adequate level. This may include the successful completion of any of the following:
- Skills Towards Employment Program (STEP)
- ENGR90033 Internship subject
- An agreed level of internship at an approved engineering form (without receiving University credit)
Completion of the degree will not be approved until this requirement has been met.
Links to further information
This course is available in My Course Planner
My Course Planner is an interactive web application that allows you to explore your study options and decide which subjects and major(s), minors and/or specialisations are right for you.
Entry requirements
1. In order to be considered for entry, applicants must have completed:
- An undergraduate degree with a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%) or equivalent; and
- At least 25 points of appropriate tertiary-level Mathematics equivalent to MAST10006 Calculus 2 and MAST10007 Linear Algebra; and
- At least 25 points of appropriate tertiary-level Physics equivalent to PHYC10003 Physics 1 and PHYC10004 Physics 2
Meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection.
2. In ranking applications, the Selection Committee will consider;
- Prior academic performance; and if relevant
- Professional experience
3. The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Academic Board rules on the use of selection instruments.
4. Applicants are required to satisfy the University’s English language requirements for graduate courses. For those applicants seeking to meet these requirements by one of the standard tests approved by the Academic Board, performance band 6.5 is required.
Note.
Applicants with the following may be awarded up to 100 points of credit:
• Graduates of Melbourne Model BSc undergraduate degree who complete the Electrical Systems major with a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%) or equivalent;
• A Bachelor of Engineering, or equivalent as recognised by the Melbourne School of Engineering, in a cognate discipline appropriate to the stream of the Master of Engineering into which entry is sought with a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%) or equivalent.
Available credit for other University of Melbourne graduates and graduates of other universities is normally evaluated on a case-by-case basis, but the Academic Board may approve standard credit arrangements for specified entry pathways.
Graduate Degree Packages for School Leavers
The University of Melbourne offers Graduate Degree Packages to high achieving school leavers, allowing them to secure places (Commonwealth Supported Places for domestic students or International fee places) in the Master of Engineering provided that they meet certain requirements.
For a Commonwealth Supported Place or an International Fee Place, the applicant must:
- Complete an Australian Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate (IB) in 2018 or later either:
— In Australia; or
— Outside Australia and be an Australian citizen;
- Achieve an ATAR (or notional ATAR) of at least 93.00 to package the Master of Electrical Engineering with the Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design or Bachelor of Science.
- Apply for a University of Melbourne Graduate Degree Packages for commencement in the year following completion of Year 12 or IB via VTAC;
- Enrol immediately or be granted deferral in the year following Year 12;
- Successfully complete a Bachelor of Biomedicine, Commerce, Design or Science at the University of Melbourne including all the specified prerequisite subjects; and
- Commence the Master of Engineering within 18 months of completing the undergraduate degree.
Applicants should refer to the University handbook for the additional entry requirements for the undergraduate degrees in the Graduate Degree Packages.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The Master of Electrical Engineering welcomes applications from students with disabilities. It is University and degree policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student’s participation in the degree.
The Master of Electrical Engineering requires all students to enrol in subjects where they will require:
• The ability to comprehend complex science, technology and engineering related information
• The ability to clearly and independently communicate a knowledge and application of science, technology and engineering principles and practices during assessment tasks; and in some areas of study
• The ability to actively and safely contribute in clinical, laboratory, and fieldwork/excursion activities.
Students must possess behavioural and social attributes that enable them to participate in a complex learning environment. Students are required to take responsibility for their own participation and learning. They also contribute to the learning of other students in collaborative learning environments, demonstrating interpersonal skills and an understanding of the needs of other students. Assessment may include the outcomes of tasks completed in collaboration with other students.
There are additional inherent academic requirements for some subjects, and these requirements are listed within the description of the requirements for each of these subjects.
Students who feel their disability will impact on meeting this requirement are encouraged to discuss this matter with the relevant Subject Coordinator and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability/
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this course, graduates will:
- be able to apply fundamental knowledge in electrical engineering principles including the modelling, analysis and design of electrical and electronic circuits and complex engineering systems; techniques for test and measurement; and the interpretation of experimental data;
- be able to identify and evaluate current developments in electrical engineering, and interpret and apply advanced technical knowledge in electrical engineering topics including electronic system design; embedded computing; signal processing; automatic control; electric power systems; and telecommunications to inform engineering application in an interdisciplinary context;
- be able to apply fundamental electrical engineering knowledge to analyse and devise solutions for complex open‐ended problems to meet requirements with physical, human, time and financial constraints;
- be able to appraise important issues relevant to sectors influenced by electrical engineering, such as the sustainability of power, water and other resource distribution networks and the efficient operation of all infrastructure, the rise of automation, and privacy and security in the age of the internet;
- be able to characterise how engineering-based industry functions and the business and ethical framework in which it operates;
- be able to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills, through analyses, appraisals, processes and design outcomes, that enable them to make a meaningful contribution to the challenges facing society;
- be able to demonstrate and epitomise professional ethical behaviour and responsibilities towards their profession and the community, including having positive and responsible approaches to sustainable development, equipment and personal safety, management of information and professional integrity;
- be able to execute a whole systems design cycle approach to a complex electrical engineering project including tasks such as prototyping/implementing the design solution, verifying performance against specification, and documenting, commissioning and reporting the design outcome.
Generic skills
- ability to identify, analyse, and develop innovative solutions to complex and open-ended problems, considering various constraints and requirements.
- ability to evaluate and synthesise research and professional literature, and design, conduct and report original research;
- proficiency in planning, organising, and managing resources to bring projects to successful completion on time and within budget, including risk management and quality assurance.
- capability to clearly articulate technical information, ideas, and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences, through oral presentations, written reports, and other media.
- ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, leveraging diverse perspectives and skills to achieve common goals.
- ability to articulate and uphold ethical standards and professional responsibilities, including honesty, accountability, and respect for others.
- capacity to continuously update knowledge and skills in response to technological advancements and changes in industry.
- ability to lead teams, motivate colleagues, and make strategic decisions, while also demonstrating initiative and accountability in individual roles.
- ability to efficiently manage competing demands on time and prioritising tasks, including balancing multiple projects or responsibilities.
- ability to recognise cultural differences and comprehend global perspectives in an international environment.
- ability to recognise the significance and value of their knowledge to the wider community (including business and industry);
- ability to professional use and management of information, respecting confidentiality and intellectual property.
Graduate attributes
University of Melbourne Graduate Attributes
- Academically excellent
- Knowledgeable across disciplines
- Attuned to cultural diversity
- Active global citizens
- Leaders in communities
Course structure
The Master of Electrical Engineering requires the successful completion of 300 credit points.
The Master of Electrical Engineering is a three-year degree (full time).
To obtain the degree (no specialisation) students must complete:
- 100 credit points of Year 1 compulsory subjects
- 100 credit points of Year 2 compulsory subjects
- 25 credit points of Year 3 compulsory capstone project subjects
- 75 credit points of electives including
- A minimum of 50 credit points of No specialisation Group A (Electrical Engineering) electives
- A maximum of 25 credit points of Group B (Approved) electives
To obtain the degree with a specialisation, students must instead complete:
- 100 credit points of Year 1 compulsory subjects
- 100 credit points of Year 2 compulsory subjects
50 credit points of Year 3 specialisation core subjects
- 25 credit points of Year 3 compulsory capstone project subjects
25 credit points of electives including
25 credit points of Electrical Engineering Elective (Group A) subjects (Business specialisation only) or 25 credit points of Electrical Engineering (Group A) or Approved Elective (Group B) subjects (for other specialisations other than Business)
Note:
1. Students entering the course with advanced standing who plan on completing a specialisation may need to enrol in core specialisation subjects in their commencing semester. Please check and follow the structure outlined for your intended specialisation and seek course planning advice.
2. Students who commenced prior to 2025 can complete their degree following the course structure as per their year of entry/admission. Students in this group can also complete ENGR90051 as part of their Year 2 selective subject options.
To complete this degree (no specialisation) students should complete in the following order:
Year 1:
- 100 credit points of Year 1 compulsory subjects
Year 2:
- 100 credit points of Year 2 compulsory subjects
Year 3:
- 25 credit points of Year 3 compulsory capstone project subjects
- 75 credit points of electives
Note:
For specialisations, please refer to the individual page.
Engineering Practice Hurdle Requirement
Students enrolled in the Master of Electrical Engineering degree will need to satisfy the requirements of the Engineering Practice hurdle prior to being awarded the degree. Students will be introduced early in their degree to the online e-portfolio system as a way of documenting their attainment of graduate attributes which accord with University and professional accreditation standards. Students will keep a record of their stepwise attainment of these capabilities throughout their engineering studies at Melbourne. The artifacts recorded in the e-portfolio may include formal study elements, such as design reports, as well as reflections on extracurricular activities such as employment and volunteering activities.
Hurdle Requirement
In order to achieve the Engineering Practice Hurdle requirement, students will need to document the attainment of professional skills at an adequate level. This may include the successful completion of any of the following:
1. Skills Towards Employment Program (STEP)
2. ENGR90033 Internship subject
3. An agreed level of internship at an approved engineering form (without receiving University credit)
Completion of the degree will not be approved until this requirement has been met.
Study options (no specialisation)
Year 1 compulsory subjects
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELEN20005 | Foundations of Electrical Networks |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ELEN20006 | Digital Systems | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MAST20029 | Engineering Mathematics |
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| COMP20005 | Intro. to Numerical Computation in C |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ELEN30009 | Electrical Network Analysis and Design |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ELEN30011 | Electrical Device Modelling | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN30012 | Signals and Systems |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ELEN30013 | Electronic System Implementation | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Year 2 compulsory subjects
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELEN90054 | Probability and Random Models | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90055 | Control Systems |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ELEN90058 | Signal Processing | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90057 | Communication Systems | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90074 | Introduction to Power Engineering | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90056 | Electronic Circuit Design | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90066 | Embedded System Design |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ENGR90051 | Interdisciplinary Design for Engineers |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Note: Students who commenced prior to 2025 can complete their degree following the course structure as per their year of entry/admission. Students in this group can also complete ENGR90051 as part of their Year 2 selective subject options.
Year 3 compulsory capstone project subjects
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGR90037 | Engineering Capstone Project Part 1 |
Semester 1 (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ENGR90038 | Engineering Capstone Project Part 2 |
Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Electrical Engineering Electives (Group A)
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELEN90026 | Introduction to Optimisation | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90051 | Advanced Communication Systems | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90052 | Advanced Signal Processing | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90053 | Electronic System Design | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90059 | Lightwave Systems | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90060 | Power System Analysis | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90061 | Communication Networks | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90062 | High Speed Electronics | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90064 | Advanced Control Systems | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90075 | Power Electronics | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90077 | Grid Integration of Renewables | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90088 | System Optimisation & Machine Learning | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90089 | Communication Design Clinic | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90090 | Autonomous Systems Clinic | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90091 | Semiconductor Devices | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90092 | Low-carbon Grids: Operation & Economics | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90093 | Microprocessor Design Clinic | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90094 | Large Data Methods & Applications | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90011 | Directed Studies |
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ELEN90095 | AI for Robotics | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90096 | Hardware Accelerated Computing | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90083 | Electrical Engineering Research Project |
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
25 |
| ELEN90099 | Applied Deep Learning for Engineers | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90097 | Modelling and Analysis for AI | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90098 | Reinforcement Learning for Engineering | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Approved Electives (Group B)
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAST90014 | Optimisation for Industry | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| COMP90015 | Distributed Systems |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| MCEN90017 | Advanced Motion Control | Not available in 2025 | 12.5 |
| ENGR90036 | Leadership for Innovation |
Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| BUSA90485 | Global Business Practicum |
Summer Term (Off Campus)
July (Off Campus)
November (Off Campus)
|
12.5 |
| ENGR90026 | Engineering Entrepreneurship | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ENGR90033 | Internship |
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
25 |
| ENGR90046 | Nuclear Engineering | Not available in 2025 | 12.5 |
| ENGR90047 | Radiation Protection | Not available in 2025 | 12.5 |
| ENGR90048 | Engineering of Nuclear Systems | Not available in 2025 | 12.5 |
| ENGR90049 | Nuclear Safety, Security and Safeguards | Not available in 2025 | 12.5 |
| ENGR90034 | Creating Innovative Engineering | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Technical subjects at Level 9 may be taken as approved electives subject to pre-requisites and approval from both Subject and Course Coordinators.
Specialisation subjects
Please see the specialisation subjects in the respective specialisation page.
Majors, minors & specialisations
| Name | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Autonomous Systems | 50 |
| Business | 50 |
| Intelligent Networks and Communications | 50 |
| Electronics and Embedded Systems | 50 |
| Low Carbon Power Systems | 50 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 50 |
Last updated: 13 April 2025