Key facts
Duration
2 years full-time
Locations
Course overview
Strong technical expertise alone is not enough in today’s engineering industry – communication, project management and business strategy are just as critical. Take the next step in your engineering career with Deakin’s Master of Engineering Management (Professional), a degree designed to build the leadership and management skills needed to succeed.
Develop and awareness of engineering practice through continuing professional development opportunities aimed at providing contextual experience of the Australian Engineering Sector. Develop your engineering expertise while building the capability to lead teams and manage complex projects. You will refine your technical skills in a chosen engineering discipline while strengthening your knowledge of project management, communication and leadership. As a graduate, you will be primed to take on greater responsibility in engineering environments.
Current Deakin students
To access your official course details for the year you started your degree, please visit the handbook
- Award granted
- Master of Engineering Management (Professional)
- Year
2027 course information
- Deakin code
- S787
- CRICOS code?Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students
- 117807M Burwood (Melbourne)
- Level
- Higher Degree Coursework (Masters and Doctorates)
- Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition
The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 9
Start studying in November
Start your studies in Deakin's Trimester 3 (November) intake and begin building your future sooner. Join Melbourne's #1 university for international student graduate employment and benefit from industry-led learning, advanced facilities and strong student support. You can also apply now for our 2027 Trimester 1 (March) and Trimester 2 (July) intakes.
Course structure
To complete the Master of Engineering Management (Professional), you must pass 8, 12 or 16 credit points. The number of credit points required may vary, depending on your entry point or how much credit you receive as recognition of prior learning (RPL) based on your professional experience and previous qualifications.
A 16-credit point Master of Engineering Management (Professional) includes:
- DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in your first study period
- STP710 Career Tools for Employability (0-credit-point compulsory unit)
- SEE700 Safety Induction Program (0-credit-point compulsory unit)
- 7 credit points of core units
- 4 credit point pathway
- 5 credit points of course elective units.
Most units are equal to one credit point. As a full-time student you will study four credit points per trimester and usually undertake two trimesters per year.
Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.
~It is recommended students undertake SEN710 and SEN720 in consecutive trimesters
* available at the Burwood campus from 2027
plus
One (1) credit point of professional learning units:
plus
Four (4) credit point from one of the pathway groupings
Environmental Engineering - Burwood, Waurn Ponds
Smart Manufacturing - Burwood, Waurn Ponds
* available at the Burwood campus from 2027
^ available from 2027
5 Management themed course electives (5 credit points) from:
* available at the Burwood campus from 2027
Intakes by location
The availability of a course varies across locations and intakes. This means that a course offered in Trimester 1 may not be offered in the same location for Trimester 2 or 3. Check each intake for up-to-date information on when and where you can commence your studies.
- Start date: March
- Available at:
- Burwood (Melbourne)
- Start date: July
- Available at:
- Burwood (Melbourne)
- Start date: November
- Available at:
- Burwood (Melbourne)
Students should note the following as units are being phased in at the Burwood campus:
- Students commencing in 2027 will be able to choose the Electrical and Renewable Energy Engineering and Smart Manufacturing pathways which will be available on campus at Burwood. All other pathways will require students to travel to Waurn Ponds.
Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL)
- Students wishing to complete the Electrical and Renewable Energy Engineering pathway at Burwood with RPL may need to study part-time as second year units will not be available at Burwood until 2028. Students will need to be assessed on an individual basis.
Course duration
You may be able to study available units in the optional third trimester to fast-track your degree, however your course duration may be extended if there are delays in meeting course requirements, such as completing a placement.
Mandatory student checks
Any unit which contains work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, Working with Children Check or other check.
Workload
You can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include lectures, seminars, studios, laboratories and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.
Participation requirements
Students commencing their course in Trimester 3 will be required to complete units in Trimester 3.
Placement can occur at any time, including during standard holiday breaks. Learn about key dates at Deakin.
Elective units may be selected that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements.
Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. More information available at Disability support services.
Entry requirements
Selection is based on a holistic consideration of your academic merit, work experience, likelihood of success, availability of places, participation requirements, regulatory requirements, and individual circumstances. You will need to meet the minimum academic and English language proficiency requirements or higher to be considered for selection, but this does not guarantee admission.
A combination of qualifications and experience may be deemed equivalent to minimum academic requirements.
To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Completion of four-year undergraduate degree in engineering or technology.
OR
- Completion of a three-year undergraduate science, engineering or technology degree (related to the broad field of Science, Engineering or Information Technology and Mathematics) and two-years of relevant work experience (at the level of engineering technologist or above) in the engineering sector.
OR
- Completion of any undergraduate degree with five-years of relevant work experience (at the level of engineering technologist or above) in the engineering sector.
Examples of relevant work experience include those related to the broad field of Engineering, such as: Civil Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Mechatronic Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Mining Engineer, Petroleum Engineer, Naval Engineer, Senior Engineer, Product Development Engineer, Materials Engineer.
To meet the English language proficiency requirements of this course, you will need to demonstrate at least one of the following:
- bachelor degree from a recognised English-speaking country
- IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with no band score less than 6.0) or equivalent
- other evidence of English language proficiency (learn more about other ways to satisfy the requirements.)
If entering through an Engineering Technologist Membership pathway please provide a CV, documentation from Engineers Australia (or equivalent) confirming Engineering Technologist area of practice and position description from employer.
Learn more about Deakin courses and how we compare to other universities when it comes to the quality of our teaching and learning.
Not sure if you can get into Deakin postgraduate study? Postgraduate study doesn’t have to be a balancing act; we provide flexible course entry and exit options based on your desired career outcomes and the time you are able to commit to your study.
Recognition of prior learning
If you have completed previous studies which you believe may reduce the number of units you have to complete at Deakin, indicate in the appropriate section on your application that you wish to be considered for Recognition of prior learning. You will need to provide a certified copy of your previous course details so your credit can be determined. If you are eligible, your offer letter will then contain information about your Recognition of prior learning.
Your Recognition of prior learning is formally approved prior to your enrolment at Deakin during the Enrolment and Orientation Program. You must bring original documents relating to your previous study so that this approval can occur.
You can also refer to the recognition of prior learning (RPL) system which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree.
Fees and scholarships
Fee information
Estimated tuition fee - full-fee paying place
$47,800 for 1 yr full-time AUD
Learn more about fees and your options for paying.
The estimated tuition fee above is based on a typical first-year full-time enrolment of 8 credit points and is provided as a guide only. Your tuition fees are determined by your course and unit enrolment. Your tuition fees will vary depending on your study load, the course duration, and any approved recognition of prior learning.
Scholarship options
Deakin scholarships recognise your hard work and achievements. Our support can ease the financial pressure of studying in Australia so you stay focused on your success. Numbers are limited, so apply early for the best chance.
Postgraduate bursary
We love welcoming Deakin alumni back to continue their journey with us. If you're starting a postgraduate award course, you may be eligible for a 10% discount on your enrolment fees, applied per unit. It's our way of supporting your next step.
Apply now
Apply directly to Deakin
Applications can be made directly to the University through StudyLink Connect - Deakin University's International Student Application Service.
We recommend engaging with a Deakin Authorised Agent who can assist you with the process and submit the application.
Pathways
Alternate exits
- Graduate Certificate of Engineering Management (S587)
Career outcomes
Engineering lies at the core of innovation, influencing every aspect of modern life. A recent report from the Australian Council of Engineering Deans (ACED) estimates that around 100,000 engineers will be needed by 2030 to deliver on government initiatives in energy, transport and built infrastructure, defence, minerals and advanced manufacturing. Analytical thinking and leadership also feature in the top three fastest-growing core skills globally, according to the World Economic Forum’s ‘Future of Jobs Report 2025’.
As leaders of change, engineering managers combine both technical expertise and strategic leadership to make a lasting impact. Your ability to manage projects, lead diverse teams, and apply critical thinking and engineering judgment will empower you to tackle challenges and unlock opportunities in the areas of manufacturing, construction, technology, energy, healthcare, and consulting.
This degree provides a solid grounding for career advancement, helping you confidently step into leadership positions and inspire solutions that shape industries, foster progress, and benefit society.
*Jobs and Skills Australia, National Employment Projections 2025 to 2035.
Deakin's graduate learning outcomes describe the knowledge and capabilities graduates can demonstrate at the completion of their course. These outcomes mean that regardless of the Deakin course you undertake, you can rest assured your degree will teach you the skills and professional attributes that employers value. They'll set you up to learn and work effectively in the future.
| Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|
| Apply knowledge of engineering principles and techniques, and use research, project design and management skills and approaches to systematically investigate, interpret, analyse and generate solutions for complex problems and issues. Manage engineering solutions, projects and programs, and ensure reliable functioning of all materials, components, sub-systems and technologies as well as all interactions between the technical system and the context within which it functions to form a complete, sustainable and self- consistent system that optimises social, environmental and economic outcomes over its full lifetime. Advocate engineering ideas and make engineering decisions from conception through to implementation by properly evaluating and integrating technical and non-technical considerations as desirable outcomes of engineering projects and practice. |
| Prepare high quality documents including project plans, budget reports and present information including in a variety of oral, written and/or visual forms appropriate to the context, in a professional manner. Use reasoning skills to critically and fairly analyse the viewpoints of stakeholders and specialists, and consult in a professional manner when presenting an engineering or management viewpoint, arguments, justifications or solutions to engage technical and non-technical audience in discussions, debate and negotiations. |
| Use a wide range of digital tools and techniques to locate, critically assess information and methodically and systematically differentiate between assertion, opinion and evidence for engineering decision- making. Demonstrate the ability to independently and systematically locate and share information, standards and regulations that pertain engineering work. |
| Identify, discern, and characterise salient issues, determine and analyse causes and effects, justify and apply appropriate assumptions, predict performance and behaviour, conceptualise engineering and management approaches to synthesise solution strategies for complex technical and non-technical engineering problems and evaluate outcomes achieved. |
| Apply knowledge of engineering skills and techniques to identify and define complex problems in a variety of contexts. Evaluate and use specialist engineering methods to identify potential solutions to independently and collaboratively resolve complex, real-world problems and realise solutions. Demonstrate innovative and creative approaches and solutions to engineering problems that are constrained by local, national, global and contemporary issues and show capacity for planning, designing, executing and managing a range of engineering projects. |
| Evaluate own knowledge and skills, professionalism and ethical development using frameworks of reflection and take responsibility for learning and performance. Work responsibly and safely in engineering environments to demonstrate professionalism. |
| Undertake various team roles, work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, and utilise effective teamwork skills in order to achieve team objectives. Apply interpersonal skills to interact and collaborate to enhance and optimise engineering outcomes through shared knowledge and creative capacity. |
| Engage with global traditions and current trends in engineering practice in order to appreciate diversity, seek equity in outcomes and adopt ethical and professional standards to evaluate engineering impacts in the society. |
Note – From 2026, Deakin commenced introducing Graduate Attributes (GAs), which define the distinctive characteristics of a Deakin graduate. You may notice some courses still refer to Graduate Learning Outcomes (GLOs) during this transition period.
*Deakin references data from a range of government, higher education and reputable media sources. Learn more about our achievements on our University rankings page, or explore our sources page for supporting references.
