Master of Engineering (Renewable Engineering)

About the course

The Master of Engineering (Renewable Energy) at UNSW develops advanced engineering capability for planning, designing and integrating renewable energy technologies. You’ll build technical and analytical skills across energy systems and their real-world deployment, supported by UNSW’s engineering expertise and industry links. This is a two-year Master’s coursework program in renewable energy engineering. The programme strengthens advanced engineering design, systems analysis, and innovation management for complex industry projects.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for roles in the renewable energy sector spanning system design, project delivery and grid integration. Career paths can include renewable energy engineer, energy systems engineer, power and grid integration engineer, project engineer, consultant or analyst in utilities, developers, consultancies and government. This is a Master’s coursework qualification in renewable energy engineering. Preparing graduates for engineering management, technical leadership, and specialist design roles across industrial sectors.

Living Costs in Sydney**

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

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)