Graduate Certificate in Engineering Project Management

Location

Online

Study Mode

Online

Outcomes

Change Manager, Project Manager

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Qualification

Graduate Certificate

Awarded By

University of the Sunshine Coast

Duration

8 months - 1 year part-time

Start Date

Enquire now for upcoming start dates

Payment Option

FEE-HELP, Upfront payment

How Much Will It Cost?

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP)

There are a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for UniSC’s 100% online Graduate Certificate in Engineering Project Management available for Trimester 1 2026. The cost of the certificate program with a CSP is $4,656 (normally $16,104).*

*Indicative pricing subject to change.

FEE-HELP

This course can be paid for through the FEE-HELP government loan scheme. If you are an Australian citizen or hold a permanent humanitarian visa, you may not need to pay upfront.

Instead, the Australian government will pay your course fees directly to the provider on your behalf. You’ll begin repaying your loan through the tax system once you start earning more than the minimum threshold of $54,435 (2024-25 financial year).

Find out more about government study loans here.

Course Rundown

The Graduate Certificate in Engineering Project Management from UniSC is a flexible, online qualification for professionals aiming to lead technical projects with confidence. Featuring four core subjects drawn from the university’s master’s program, the course can be completed in eight months and is tailored to working engineers and technical professionals.

Through real-world learning and focused support, students will sharpen their ability to manage risk, sustainability, quality, and project resources. The course has been designed to reflect industry standards and is taught by professionals who bring current experience into the classroom. UniSC’s engineering programs are ranked number two in Australia for postgraduate teaching quality.*

Graduates can continue into the Master of Engineering Project Management with credit applied from the graduate certificate. Enquire now to explore your next step.

Eligibility

To complete this program, you will need a completed four-year bachelor’s degree in engineering from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent.

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What You’ll Learn

You’ll tailor your certificate to your interest areas by choosing four courses from the master’s curriculum designed in consultation with industry professionals.

Courses to choose from:

Engineering Project Management Principles
Engineering Contracts and Procurement
Engineering Project Execution
Integrative Group Project
Risk Engineering
Engineering Project Resource Planning

Why study with University of the Sunshine Coast

UniSC is young, fresh and driven by an unwavering belief that community and culture is just as important as a world-class education, given by world-class educators.

While they’re not the biggest university, they are committed to doing big things. They believe in preparing now for tomorrow’s challenges, and their programs support teaching grads how to thrive and lead in ever-changing marketplaces. They’ve produced ground-breaking research and award-winning alumni while championing sustainability and maintaining diversity.

UniSC’s online postgraduate programs in Information Communications Technology, Cyber Security and Forensics and Engineering reflect their forward-thinking nature as they help professionals prepare for these fast-paced industries with roles that are in high demand throughout Australia and growing every day.

To ensure you’re always learning up-to-the-minute content, UniSC partners with the Sunshine Coast Technology Industry Alliance and regularly collaborates with industry advisory boards meaning graduates leave UniSC with not only advanced technical knowledge, but also the practical skills, professional insights, and networks that prepare them to step confidently into the workforce.

Student Support

As a student, you'll learn in small, focused class sizes from industry leaders such as Dr. Adrian McCallum, a Senior Lecturer in Geotechnical Engineering, who has led and managed projects in extreme regions, including the Arctic, Himalayas, and Antarctica. Class sizes are kept purposefully small, so you'll have plenty of time to build relationships with lecturers and peers and receive detailed answers to all of your questions.

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