Graduate Certificate of Engineering (Advanced Manufacturing)

About the course

The Graduate Certificate of Engineering (Advanced Manufacturing) provides advanced study in contemporary manufacturing technologies and practices. You’ll build engineering capability relevant to modern production environments, focusing on methods that improve quality, efficiency and innovation. The course is designed for engineers and technical professionals seeking upskilling or a pathway into further postgraduate engineering study in advanced manufacturing. The programme strengthens advanced engineering design, systems analysis, and innovation management for complex industry projects.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles supporting advanced manufacturing and production improvement across industries such as industrial engineering, automation and high-value manufacturing. Potential career paths include manufacturing or process engineer, production/operations support engineer, quality or continuous improvement specialist, and technical project roles. This graduate certificate strengthens professional capability for engineering work in advanced manufacturing contexts.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)