Study Master of Engineering (ME) at The University of Waikato in New Zealand, School of Engineering

Master of Engineering (ME)

New Zealand

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What will I learn?

This research-focused degree is designed for graduates who wish to do further research and develop an innovative solution to an engineering question. Excellence in advanced engineering design, research and development skills are core features of the degree. As a Master of Engineering (ME) graduate, you will have the opportunity to either seek employment as a professional engineer or start a research career.The ME normally takes 12 months to complete full-time. It builds on prior study at undergraduate level, such as the four-year BE(Hons) or BSc(Tech). The degree requires 120 points, which can either be made up of 30 points in taught papers and a 90-point dissertation (research project), or one 120-point thesis.If you enrol in an ME via the School of Engineering you can choose an endorsement from our wide range of study areas such as Chemical and Biological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Materials and Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics and finally Robotics.Software Engineering projects are completed via the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences.The School of Engineering fosters collaborative relationships between science, engineering, industry and management. The School has developed a very strong research base to support its aims of providing you with in-depth knowledge, analytical skills, innovative ideas, and techniques to translate science into technology in the real world.You will have the opportunity to undertake research with staff who are leaders in their field and will have the use of world-class laboratory facilities. Past ME students have worked on projects such as a ‘snake robot’ for disaster rescue and a brain-controlled electro-mechanical prosthetic hand.

Majors

  • Chemical and Biological Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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Which department am I in?

School of Engineering

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
NZ$56,322.00 (US$ 33,596) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

March 2027

Venue

Hamilton Campus

Gate 1, Knighton Road,

HAMILTON,

Hillcrest,

3216, North Island, New Zealand

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
NZ$56,322.00 (US$ 33,596) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

July 2027

Venue

Hamilton Campus

Gate 1, Knighton Road,

HAMILTON,

Hillcrest,

3216, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

To be eligible for PhD or Higher Degree study you must have completed a Bachelor with Honours or a Masters degree, which has a significant research component. A research component must be a thesis, dissertation, or research project which makes up at least 25% of one years study of your entry qualification. Research methods papers are not counted as a research component.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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The University of Waikato’s strong partnerships with government, industry and community organizations offer a wealth of career opportunities.

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