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Master of Professional Engineering (Civil)

Masters.
Queensland University of Technology

250

in world overall ranking*

25

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

QUT’s Master of Professional Engineering (Civil) is for practising engineers seeking advanced civil engineering expertise or a shift into the discipline. You’ll build specialist knowledge to tackle complex, real-world infrastructure challenges, with an emphasis on evidence-based practice, advanced design and professional skills in a connected learning environment. This is a masters coursework degree in civil engineering. The programme strengthens advanced engineering design, systems analysis, and innovation management for complex industry projects.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue professional civil engineering roles across planning, design, delivery and management of infrastructure projects. Typical pathways include civil/structural engineer, transport or water engineer, geotechnical or construction engineer, and project or engineering management roles in consulting firms, contractors and government. The degree supports work on sustainable infrastructure responding to population growth and climate impacts in civil engineering.


Living Costs in Brisbane**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 23
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,467 - 1,940
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,073 - 1,419
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 8
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$51,100 per year

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A$38,200 per year

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Information

tick icon Duration

2 years

tick icon Upcoming Intakes

February, July

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Gardens Point

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EN55

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconQUT COLLEGE PATHWAY SCHOLARSHIP

A$3,120

tick iconTRIPLE CROWN SCHOLARSHIP

25% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP

25% of tuition fees

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