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Master of Engineering (Environmental Engineering)

Masters.
RMIT University

300

in world overall ranking*

30

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This Masters by Research develops advanced capability in environmental engineering through an independent, supervised research project aligned to industry and sustainability challenges. You will plan and conduct rigorous research, analyse complex environmental systems, and communicate findings in a substantial thesis. Study is on campus at RMIT with access to specialist expertise and facilities. This is a Master by research in environmental engineering. The programme strengthens advanced engineering design, systems analysis, and innovation management for complex industry projects.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles as environmental engineers, sustainability or water specialists, remediation and pollution-control consultants, or research engineers in government, utilities, engineering consultancies and industry. The research focus also provides a pathway to PhD study and R&D careers, building skills in project design, data analysis and technical communication. This is a Master by research for environmental engineering careers. Preparing graduates for engineering management, technical leadership, and specialist design roles across industrial sectors.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

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$42,240 per year

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Information

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Full-time 2 years, Part-time 4 years years

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Continuous (scholarship application closing dates apply)

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Melbourne City
Bundoora

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MR219

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconLPDP-RMIT SCHOLARSHIP

100% of tuition fees

tick iconMACC SCHOLARSHIP

A$10,000

tick iconRMIT READY BURSARY

20% of tuition fees

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