Master of Engineering Practice
Gain specialist skills and knowledge in civil, electronics, materials and processing and mechanical engineering with an internationally relevant Master of Engineering Practice.
180 points, 1 - 1.5 years; OR 120 points, 1 year
Hamilton
Trimester A (March) and Trimester B (July)
Why study the Master of Engineering Practice?
Designed for recent graduates and practicing engineers who want to upgrade and update their knowledge in the rapidly changing field of engineering.
The Master of Engineering Practice (MEngPrac) is a taught programme that may be completed in 120 points (12 months) or in 180 points (12- 18 months) depending on background and experience.
Subjects:
Work-ready Engineers
The Master of Engineering Practice (MEngPrac) was developed not only in response to the demand from New Zealand employers for work-ready engineers able to tackle the challenges of the changing global and local environments, but to also meet the demand of international students who are looking at improving their employability with a taught masters degree. The MEngPrac will enable you to work in diverse industries and fields in New Zealand and worldwide.
The programme includes a management component that will equip you with the professional skills demanded by employers. It also includes a capstone research and development project that will allow you to apply your advanced technical skills to an industrially relevant problem. This is a unique opportunity for young professionals to extend their skills and expertise in their chosen field.
Career Opportunities
- Civil engineer
- Electronics engineer
- Materials engineer
- Mechatronics engineer
- Mechanical engineer
- Process engineer
180 points, 1 - 1.5 years; OR 120 points, 1 year
Hamilton
Trimester A (March) and Trimester B (July)
Degree information
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Candidates for the programme must:
- Have completed a relevant 4 year undergraduate qualification in a related discipline with at least a B grade average across the final year papers, and
- Satisfy the prerequisites for graduate study in the subject(s) being presented for the degree.
If an applicant has professional engineering experience, they may be admitted to the programme at the discretion of the University of Waikato’s Academic Board.
Please refer to the relevant regulations in the University of Waikato Calendar for official details of admission and degree requirements, available subjects, honours eligibility and more.
Estimated fees
$9,850 per year
Domestic tuition fees
Approximate annual tuition fees and costs for domestic students enrolled in one year of full-time study.
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All amounts are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD). Tuition fees shown are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment. Please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information. You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees. View information about fees free study.
Master of Engineering Practice graduates have advanced technical ability and advanced competencies in their area of specialisation beyond what is expected of a graduate professional engineer. They should:
Possess advanced knowledge of engineering science and mathematics in their specialist area.
Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in a professional, technical and research and development context, using appropriate media, with their colleagues and clients.
Have appropriate intellectual and advanced evaluation skills to critically analyse methodologies and complex problems and be able to develop appropriate solutions.
Have advanced practical engineering skills for their specialist area and be able to apply these skills to complex problems.
Be able to systematically and creatively design complex systems that provide advanced solutions to research and engineering design problems, including being able to define needs and source appropriate data to service those needs.
Have intellectual flexibility and adaptability to be able to take on management/leadership roles in new environments.
Be aware of the latest research and development progress in other professions and engineering disciplines and able to take an integrated approach to providing multidisciplinary engineering solutions.
Facilities
The University of Waikato School of Engineering’s specialised laboratories includes the Large Scale Lab complex that features a suite of workshops and laboratories dedicated to engineering teaching and research. These include 3D printing, a mechanical workshop and computer labs with engineering design software.
What our students are saying
As an environmental engineer, I believe we need to look more holistically at society, through the lens of poverty and education, to truly affect change for the environment.Ashleigh DickBachelor of Engineering with Honours
