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Location
Online
Study Mode
Blended, Online

OutcomesView All
QualificationMaster's Degree

Duration
1 year full time/ 2 years part time

Start Date
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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 Master of Mechanical Engineering available for Trimester 1 2026.  The cost of the Masters program with a CSP is $11,640 (normally $40,260).*

*Indicative pricing subject to change.

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 Master of Mechanical Engineering at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) offers an accelerated pathway into senior engineering roles and innovation-driven careers. Students complete six core subjects and two industry-aligned projects, with flexible online learning supported by campus intensives. The course can be completed in as little as 12 months full-time.

With input from UniSC’s engineering advisory board, the curriculum prepares students to lead technical teams, contribute to sustainable design solutions, and work with cutting-edge technologies like robotics and machine systems. Small class sizes and career-focused support provide a collaborative and engaging learning environment. The program is provisionally accredited by Engineers Australia and internationally recognised under the Washington Accord.

UniSC is ranked second in Australia for postgraduate teaching quality.* Enquire now to take your next step.

Eligibility

To apply for this program, you will need a completed four-year bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or relevant discipline from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent.

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