Master of Engineering Practice
Other Engineering
A course by
University of Waikato
Gain specialist skills and knowledge in civil, electronics, materials and processing, and mechanical engineering with an internationally relevant Master of Engineering Practice.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hamilton, Hamilton
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Possess advanced engineering knowledge
Graduates will have advanced knowledge of engineering science and mathematics in their area of specialisation.
Professional communication
Graduates will be able to communicate clearly and effectively in professional, technical, and research and development contexts with colleagues and clients using appropriate media.
Critical analysis and problem-solving
Graduates will have advanced evaluation skills to analyse methodologies and complex problems and to develop appropriate, creative solutions.
What You're Signing Up For
The Master of Engineering Practice (MEngPrac) is a taught master's degree designed for recent graduates and practicing engineers who want to upgrade their skills in civil, electronics, materials and mechanical engineering. The programme combines advanced technical training, management components, and a capstone research project, aiming to develop work-ready engineers able to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing field. Enrolment can be for 120 or 180 points, typically over one or one-and-a-half years, full-time. Graduates may pursue a wide range of engineering careers in civil, electronics, materials, mechanical, mechatronics and processing industries locally and internationally.
Course Content
- Advanced technical training in chosen engineering specialisation: civil, electronics, materials and processing, or mechanical engineering
- Management and professional skills component
- Capstone research and development project focused on an industrially relevant problem
- Development of advanced practical engineering and problem-solving skills
- Preparation for leadership and management roles
What you need to know first
Relevant 4-year undergraduate qualification in a related discipline with at least a B grade average across the final year.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Engineering
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electronics
Future employment opportunities might be
Civil engineer
Electronics engineer