Master of Engineering in Fire Engineering
Other Engineering
A course by
University of Canterbury
A research-based master's degree focusing on fire safety, risk assessment, and the application of engineering principles to protect people and their environment from destructive fire.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Ilam campus, Christchurch
It will take a total of 69 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Advanced understanding of fire engineering
Develop advanced knowledge and skills in the scientific and engineering principles that underpin fire safety in buildings and other structures.
Risk assessment for fire safety
Assess and manage fire safety risks in various built environments, considering both human safety and structural integrity.
Design of fire safety systems
Design, evaluate, and implement effective fire safety systems in new and existing structures.
What You're Signing Up For
The Master of Engineering in Fire Engineering (MEFE) at the University of Canterbury provides rigorous training in fire safety science and engineering. Students learn to evaluate and design fire-safe buildings and structures, assess risks, and specialize in fire dynamics, safety systems, human behaviour in fire, and practical fire engineering applications. The program, open to graduates of relevant engineering and science disciplines, features coursework (block and intensive study), flexible online learning, and a significant research thesis or project.
Course Content
- Structural Fire Engineering (ENFE601)
- Fire Dynamics (ENFE602)
- Fire Safety Systems (ENFE603)
- Fire Safety Engineering Design (ENFE605)
- Advanced Fire Dynamics (ENFE610)
- Human Behaviour in Fire (ENFE615)
- MEFE Thesis (ENFE690)
What you need to know first
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (First or Second Class)
Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering (GPA of 5 or more)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Fire Safety
Engineering
Building and Construction
Future employment opportunities might be
Fire engineer
Fire safety consultant
Building compliance specialist