Course details

Summary

The Master of Engineering Studies in Mechanical Engineering provides graduates with an in-depth understanding of this discipline, sometimes referred to as 'the engineering of making things happen'.

Mechanical engineers are improve systems that shape our modern society, while also possessing the abilities to develop innovative new technologies. Their knowledge is extremely relevant in a society that demands systems that are capable of efficiency, speed and safety.

Extend your present skills in analysis, design and problem solving – because the Master of Engineering Studies allows you to focus on specific aspects of your chosen specialization, you'll be able to boost your already-valuable knowledge with an in-depth understanding of both theory and practice.

Programme structure

Option A - 120 points

Complete the University of Auckland online Academic Integrity course.

at least 45 points from MECHENG 711, 714, 719, 728, 741, 742, 751, 753, 787–789, 795, but no more than 45 points from MECHENG 787–789, 795

up to 75 points from MECHENG 701, 702, 705, 712, 713, 715, 717, 722, 724, 726, 735, 736, 743, 747, 752, 771–774

up to 30 points from appropriate 600 and 700 level courses offered at this University, subject to approval by the Head of Department

Option B - 180 points

Complete the University of Auckland online Academic Integrity course.

at least 45 points from MECHENG 711, 714, 719, 728, 741, 742, 751, 753, 787–789, 795, but no more than 45 points from MECHENG 787–789, 795

up to 135 points from MECHENG 701, 702, 705, 712, 713, 715, 717, 722, 724, 726, 735, 736, 743, 747, 752, 771–774

up to 45 points from appropriate 600 and 700 level courses offered at this University, subject to approval by the Head of Department

Career opportunities

Mechanical engineering graduates are essential to many stages of a building process – they have high-level capabilities in design, building, and implementing innovative processes and products, and are therefore of value to organizations of many sizes. Their practical skills and common approaches are also applicable to many management positions.

Further study options

• Master of Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy

Other Master of Engineering Studies subjects:

Chemical and Materials Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Engineering Science, Environmental Engineering, Food Process Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Light Metals Reduction Technology, Mechatronics Engineering, Medical Devices and Technologies, Plastics, Software Engineering, Transportation Engineering.

Entry criteria

Anybody with a suitable undergraduate degree in Engineering (other degrees such as Science may be considered) who wishes to learn advanced and applicable skills in Mechanical Engineering.

English language requirements:
IELTS 6.5; TOEFL (iBT) 90; TOEFL (paper-based) 575; CAE or CPE 176; PTE 58; MELAB 85.