Deepen your engineering expertise with the Master of Engineering Structures at Australia’s leading university.* Learn to design, plan and construct sustainable, resilient structures that can withstand extreme events.
The Master of Engineering Structures is designed for qualified engineers who are looking to change their field of work or advance in their careers.
Be guided by specialists in infrastructure design, including earthquake and blast-resistant technologies. You’ll also learn from a dynamic mix of in-house and guest seminar experts on leading structural research topics including: sustainable construction and harnessing geothermal energy for greener and cheaper heating.
Course structure
You’ll complete 100 points of study in the Master of Engineering Structures. This includes two core subjects, High Rise Structures and Structural Theory and Design 3, and the flexibility to choose from a range of electives.
Structural Engineering electives
You’ll choose at least three subjects (37.5 points) of structural engineering electives, where you’ll explore disaster-resistant design, engineering modelling and extreme loading.
Infrastructure Engineering electives
Choose up to three subjects (37.5 points) of infrastructure engineering electives to broaden your knowledge of structural engineering and engineering management. Topics range from port and harbour engineering fundamentals through to environmental modelling.
Careers
When you graduate, you’ll be prepared for senior structural engineering roles in fields such as sustainable urban development, construction, mining and more.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
February 2025
Parkville Campus
Grattan Street,
UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE,
Victoria,
3010, MELBOURNE, Australia
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
February 2026
Parkville Campus
Grattan Street,
UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE,
Victoria,
3010, MELBOURNE, Australia
To be considered for entry into this course, you must have one of the following: A four-year degree in structural engineering, with: A Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 65% (or equivalent); A four-year degree in civil engineering, with: A WAM of at least 65% (or equivalent), and either: One year of documented relevant work experience, OR 30% of the final year of the degree dedicated to structural engineering subjects. A three-year undergraduate degree in structural engineering, with A WAM of at least 65% (or equivalent), AND At least two years of documented relevant work experience since graduation. A three-year undergraduate degree in civil engineering, with A WAM of at least 65% (or equivalent), AND At least three years of documented relevant work experience since graduation.
English language requirements:
IELTS (academic English Only): 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)
TOEFL Internet-based test: 79 + ; Writing 21; Speaking 18; Reading 13; Listening 13;
Pearson Test of English Academic: 58 + no communicative skill below 50
Cambridge English: Advanced/ Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): 176 + no skill below 169.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
The University of Melbourne offers unparalleled industry-integrated teaching and learning to set students up for success.
