Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science

About the course

Build advanced capability to design, develop and implement complex systems and engineering projects. This flexible graduate certificate lets you tailor study across engineering disciplines to deepen technical expertise aligned with your career goals. Designed for applicants with an engineering background, it also includes opportunities to build professional engineering skills and undertake advanced coursework suited to industry needs at graduate certificate level in engineering.

Career outcome

Prepare for roles where deeper technical engineering expertise and project capability are required. Graduates may work in engineering design, systems and project implementation, technical specialist roles, or support R&D and problem-solving in industry across a range of engineering sectors. The program’s flexible course choices and emphasis on solving complex challenges can help you progress toward more senior technical responsibilities with a Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)