Tackle the problems of the future
Study a postgraduate engineering degree and gain the leadership and project management skills you will need to lead teams working on the biggest challenges faced by industry, including those relating to climate change and sustainability issues. Strengthen, build and extend your advanced research, technical and professional skills through practical learning experiences and opportunities to work on industry or research-based projects.
Join a thriving industry
Skilled senior engineers are highly sought-after to design, develop and manage real-world solutions to global challenges such as energy, infrastructure and more. Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide for engineering and technology,* Deakin will help you graduate with specialised skills and a degree highly regarded by industry.
Postgraduate
Postgraduate (further study)
A postgraduate qualification can be undertaken by students who have already completed an undergraduate degree or possess significant, demonstrable work experience. Postgraduate courses include graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, masters and PhDs, as well as specialist programs for industry professionals.
Learn in world-class facilities
Gain authentic industry experiences in our $55 million engineering precinct, with access to state-of-the-art simulation systems, purpose-built labs and workshop learning spaces. This includes the AusNet Services electrical engineering lab, Deakin’s renewable energy microgrid, 3D printing laboratory, high voltage lab, virtual reality laboratory (VR) and more.
Plus, the Geelong Future Economy Precinct (GFEP) is home to many innovative and world-leading research centres, and provides unique resources and facilities for research aimed at industry cooperation and research application.
Deakin provided me with a perfect platform to showcase my theoretical skills and bring them to practical use by giving me an opportunity to undergo an industry-based project for two trimesters.
Sudeep, India
Master of Engineering (Professional)
Graduate job-ready
At Deakin, you will benefit from our industry partnerships from the very beginning of your degree. Our courses are hands-on and industry-led to ensure you graduate with skills and experience required to tackle the jobs of the future. Through team-based projects, you’ll be supported by our expert staff to design innovative solutions to complex real-world problems faced by industry – ensuring you have the practical skills and experience employers are looking for.
Demonstrate your desire to excel
Studying a postgraduate degree demonstrates your desire to excel in your field and your commitment to advancing your career. Our postgraduate engineering degrees give you significant exposure to professional engineering practices through placement and internship opportunities, and equip you with advanced leadership skills to meet the future needs of industry.
Study engineering at Deakin
Find out how Deakin prepares engineering students to be job-ready, team-oriented, and well-equipped leaders of the future.
Engineering facilities
Explore the future-focused engineering facilities at our Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus, housing some of the most advanced systems, equipment and technologies in Australia.
Industry partnerships
Discover more about Deakin’s invaluable industry partnerships, and how they ensure engineering students graduate job-ready.
How to apply: international students
Deakin University students Tatyana and Kaweesha talk through the application process at Deakin. Learn about meeting entry requirements, organising your documents and submitting your application – either directly or through a Deakin agent.
Contact us
International student enquiries
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Footnotes
*QS World University Rankings by Subject