Master of Engineering Science (Transport Engineering)

About the course

The Master of Engineering Science (Transport Engineering) develops advanced capability in planning, designing and managing transport systems and infrastructure. You’ll build technical knowledge for transport modelling, operations, infrastructure delivery and network performance, with opportunities to apply skills to real industry problems. Designed for professional engineers, this master coursework degree supports specialisation in transport engineering within civil engineering practice.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across transport planning, traffic and transport engineering, and infrastructure delivery in consulting firms, government agencies and transport operators. Career paths may include transport modeller/analyst, traffic engineer, transport planner, infrastructure project engineer or network operations specialist. This master coursework qualification prepares graduates for advanced professional practice in transport engineering within the civil engineering sector.

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)