Master of Engineering (Research Pathway)

Discover the latest developments in the field of engineering and research a topic of your interest with the Master of Engineering. Complete either a thesis or a research project in engineering.

The Master of Engineering is designed to help you develop your research skills and enhance your knowledge in the field of engineering. There are two pathways: Research (includes a thesis), or Coursework (includes a research project).

We’re proud to be home to a number of internationally renowned research institutes and centres, and many of our students complete their research project in collaboration with these well-known research entities. AUT's expertise in engineering ranges from telecommunications to materials and manufacturing technologies, and from industrial optimisation to engines and vehicles.

You learn in a modern and collaborative environment, frequently working with your classmates on projects and taught by some of the best teaching and research staff in the country. Many of our programmes include valuable workplace experience with industry clients – making it easy for you to network with potential employers and move from university to your future career.

Must have completed one of the following with a B grade average or higher, or equivalent:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (You can study the 120-point (one-year full-time)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering (You can study the 120-point (one-year full-time)
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology including the paper ENGE601

Applicants must normally have completed an advanced level of calculus at least equivalent to NZQF Level 6.

Applicants to the research pathway are also required to submit a Postgraduate Research Proposal (PGR1 form) before enrolling in the thesis.

English Language Requirements:

IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent; TOEFL iBT score of 90; Certificate in English for Academic Study (CertEAS) with A grade; AUT Academic English with B+ grade; CAE minimum overall score of 176; PTE minimum overall score of 58.