Master of Engineering Practice (Advanced Manufacturing)

About the course

This Master of Engineering Practice (Advanced Manufacturing) develops advanced, industry-focused engineering skills for modern manufacturing environments. You’ll build capability in applying engineering methods to real workplace problems, integrating technology, quality and production considerations, and professional practice. The program is designed for graduates seeking to strengthen job-ready expertise and progress into specialist manufacturing roles in a master-level engineering context.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across advanced manufacturing and production engineering, supporting process improvement, quality, automation-enabled operations and technology-led manufacturing projects. Potential pathways include manufacturing or production engineer, process improvement specialist, quality or operations engineer, and technical project roles in industrial companies and supply chains. This master-level engineering qualification supports progression in Engineering – Other within manufacturing-focused industries.

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)