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Master of Electrical Engineering

Masters.
The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Electrical Engineering focuses on designing and managing modern electrical systems that underpin power, telecommunications and emerging electronic technologies. Students study areas spanning communications and networks, control and signal processing, and power and energy systems, informed by research in future energy systems, wireless communications and nano-electronics. The course includes industry-aligned learning through internships, industry projects and innovation challenges.

What you might learn

Students develop advanced technical and analytical capabilities to design, model and improve electrical and electronic systems across power, communications and autonomous technologies. The program builds applied skills through practical projects and industry engagement, strengthening professional problem-solving and engineering judgement. Graduates gain the knowledge base to work in globally recognised engineering roles supported by international accreditation pathways.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles in power and energy (including low-carbon power systems and grid modernisation), telecommunications and networking, and electronics-related industries. Career paths include electrical engineer, power systems engineer, communications/network engineer, control/signal processing engineer, and roles supporting autonomous and embedded systems development. Opportunities span utilities, consultancies, technology companies, infrastructure providers and research-led organisations.

Entry requirements

IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$62,976 per year

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Information

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3 years

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March, July

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Parkville

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MC-ELECENG

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$56,000

tick iconMELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of tuition fees

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