
The Master of Engineering Science (Materials and Manufacturing Engineering) combines professional engineering and leadership courses with advanced technical courses in composites, materials, manufacturing and mechanics.
You will develop a comprehensive understanding of new and sustainable materials and how they can be used in applications as diverse as aerospace, medical devices and novel functional applications. All students complete a research project or industry placement as part of this program.
Careers
Our graduates have the practical and advanced theoretical knowledge needed to step into roles that lead machinery development across the globe.
Mechanical engineers find employment in dynamic environments where machines are designed, developed, tested and manufactured.
Mechanical and materials engineers are employed by companies such as AlumniTech, TechExpo and Integra LifeSciences Corp.
Early-career salary
Design Engineering Manager
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Late-career salary
Design Engineering Manager
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How you'll learn
In 2023, we'll be teaching on campus, with online options (for most programs and plans) for students who can't attend in person. See the list of programs and plans you can't commence online.
Course delivery modes may change in future semesters.
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Research experience
- Laboratory work
- Fieldwork
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Professional Engineering and the Business Environment: Global Practice
- Engineering Innovation and Leadership
- Management Communication
- Engineering Project
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