Master of Engineering Studies

Mechanical

Gain advanced technical training in mechanical or renewable energy engineering with this coursework-based Master's degree designed for professional engineers seeking to upskill.

NZ$12,369

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NZQA Level 9 Certification (120 Credits)

Study Level

Post Grad

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Ilam Campus, Christchurch

It will take a total of 1 year

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Advanced technical expertise in chosen engineering field

Develop in-depth knowledge and skills in mechanical or renewable energy engineering through advanced coursework.

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Professional upskilling

Enhance specialist skills and academic qualifications for career progression in engineering.

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Broad and flexible subject choice

Gain exposure to a wide range of technical topics within your selected engineering field through elective courses.

What You're Signing Up For

The Master of Engineering Studies (MEngSt) is a taught-coursework Master's degree for professional engineers, providing advanced technical training in areas such as mechanical or renewable energy engineering. The program allows for endorsement in one of these areas, or a broader study of engineering topics. It is comprised of 400 and 600-level courses and does not require a thesis or research project. The degree can be completed in one year full-time or up to five years part-time and is aimed at building specialist skills and knowledge for career advancement.

Course Content

  • Advanced coursework in Mechanical Engineering or Renewable Energy Engineering
  • 75 points of 600-level courses in chosen endorsement (mechanical or renewable energy)
  • Elective courses from an approved list
  • Combination of 400 and 600-level engineering courses
  • Focus on advanced technical knowledge and skills

What you need to know first

Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (First or Second Class Honours) from a New Zealand university

Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering with a GPA of 5 or more

Bachelor of Science with Honours (First or Second Class Honours) in an appropriate subject

Completion of academic and non-academic requirements of prerequisite degree (including practical work, work reports, workshop training course, and first aid certificate)

Approval of programme of study

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Engineering

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Renewable Energy

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Specialist engineer in mechanical or renewable energy fields

  • Technical leadership roles in engineering

  • Consultancy in engineering sectors

  • Career progression and higher starting salaries