Master of Systems Engineering
Help shape complex systems for the future.
For domestic and international students.
As the world becomes more interconnected, and the systems on which we depend become increasingly complex, systems engineers will be highly sought after. The systems engineering process coordinates and leads the translation of operational needs into a system designed to meet that need. It is a forward-thinking process that transcends software, electrical, and mechanical engineering. It focuses on how to design, integrate, and manage complex systems throughout their life cycles, coordinating performance, cost, and schedule goals.
Degree type
Postgraduate coursework
Duration
1 year full-time
Commencing terms
Semester 1, Semester 2
Program code
8567
Delivery mode
Online (some face-to-face electives)
Overview
The Master of Systems Engineering at UNSW Canberra is designed for postgraduate students who wish to develop a high-level understanding of the principles that shape systems engineering and their implementation through the design, development and application phases. This course will provide you with in-demand skills and experience in analysing, designing and managing complex projects with the opportunity to specialise in a specific engineering discipline.
Design your degree
As part of the Master of Systems Engineering, you can choose from a variety of specialisations including:
- Electronic Warfare
- Networking
- Space Systems
- Test and Evaluation
- Weapons and Ordnance
- Marine Engineering
- Simulation
- Reliability Engineering
To complete a specialisation, you must complete the four core courses, two courses from the chosen specialisation, and two electives from anywhere else in the program.
With the approval of the Program Coordinator, students with a high credit average or better in four courses may complete a research project in lieu of two elective courses.
The project is recommended for those with a strong interest in pursuing original research in a particular area or intending to undertake a higher-level research qualification.
We help you balance study with work, family and other important parts of your life by offering this degree under a mixture of online and intensive delivery modes.
What our students say
“The calibre of UNSW Canberra’s staff, the breadth and quality of its programs, the flexibility offered in its various course delivery mediums and the support for its students, are all simply first class.”
Anthony Barnes, Master of Systems Engineering student
Find out more
For more information on this degree, see the.
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Students undertaking theMaster ofSystemsEngineeringare required to complete 48 Units of Credit (UOC) by completing eight 6-UOC courses from the list in the Handbook entry for the program (see the list inCourse Availabilitybelow).
In theMaster of Systems Engineeringprogram, students must completefour core courses and fourelective courses(from the general electives or any of thespecialisations). Not all elective courses will be available in a particular year.
Students may choose to complete the generalistMaster of Systems Engineeringprogram or may choose to complete theMaster of Systems Engineeringwith aspecialisation(options include Test & Evaluation, Space Systems, Electronic Warfare, Weapons and Ordnance, Networking, Reliability Engineering, Simulation and Marine Engineering). To complete aspecialisation, students must complete the four core courses, two courses from the chosenspecialisation, and two electives from anywhere else in the program.
The courses in the program may be taken in any orderbut it is recommended that the four core courses are completed first, followed by the four elective courses.
With the approval of the Program Coordinator, students with an average mark of 65% or higher in four courses may complete a 12-UOCresearch projectin lieu of two elective courses. The project is recommended for those with a strong interest in pursuing original research in a particular area or intending to undertake a higher-level research qualification.
With the approval of the Program Coordinator, students may take up to two elective courses (12 UOC) from othercourseworkprograms.
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The option of undertaking aresearch projectworth 12 UOC is available to master's students who obtain a high credit average or better in four courses and is subject to approval by the Program Coordinator.
The research project can be completed within one semesterthrough enrolment inor spread across two semestersthrough enrolment inCompletion of either course results in the achievement of 12 UOC.
The project is recommended for those with a strong interest in pursuing original research in a particular area or intending to undertake a higherresearch degreequalification. Studentsundertaking theresearch project(ZEIT8297or ZEIT8296) are unable to enrol in elective courses from other coursework programs.
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For information regarding entry requirements, please refer to the.
Key contacts
Program Coordinator
Dr Huadong Mo
E: huadong.mo@adfa.edu.au
Student Enquiries
E:SAS.cbr@unsw.edu.au
T: +61 2 5114 5000