Master of Engineering Science (Sustainable Systems)

About the course

The Master of Engineering Science (Sustainable Systems) at UNSW builds advanced capability to design and manage engineering solutions that support sustainability across energy, resources and infrastructure. You’ll develop systems thinking and technical skills to address complex environmental and societal challenges, with opportunities to tailor study to your interests and professional goals. This is a coursework master’s degree in engineering focused on sustainable systems.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles that plan, design and improve sustainable engineering systems across government, consulting and industry. Career pathways may include sustainability engineer, systems or energy analyst, environmental or resource management specialist, and project roles supporting decarbonisation and circular-economy initiatives. This is a coursework master’s degree in engineering suited to professionals working on sustainable systems. 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)