Master of Professional Engineering (Accelerated)(Mechanical Engineering)

About the course

This accelerated Master of Professional Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) builds advanced technical capability alongside professional skills in communication, leadership, and managing time and resources. Designed for engineering graduates from related disciplines, it supports recognised accreditation to practise in Australia and overseas. Study includes core and elective mechanical engineering units plus professional engineering and project/research components in a Master coursework mechanical engineering specialisation.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue professional mechanical engineering roles across design, manufacturing, energy, transport, defence and automation sectors. The degree’s emphasis on advanced mechanical engineering topics and professional practice prepares you for industry-focused work in areas such as thermofluids, mechatronics, materials and manufacturing, and project delivery. This Master coursework qualification supports progression toward accredited mechanical engineering practice in Australia and internationally.

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)