Master of Engineering (Telecommunications)
- Commencing Terms
- Term 1, 2 & 3
- Duration
- 2 Year(s)
- Delivery Mode
- Face-to-face (includes blended)
- Campus
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Kensington
- Codes
- Program code 8621
- CRICOS code 067604G
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2025 Indicative first year full fee
- $44,000*
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2025 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $90,000*
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2025 Indicative first year full fee
- $58,000*
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2025 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $121,000*
Fees
Fees
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In-demand skills
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Industry training
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Accredited program
- Overview
- Entry requirements
- What will I study?
- Future careers
- How to apply
- Fees & Scholarships
Overview
The UNSW Master of Engineering (Telecommunications) is a two-year postgraduate degree in the School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications.Upon completion ofthis degree, you’ll become accreditedfor a career in thebooming telecommunications industry.
Through work integrated learning andaccess toworld-leadingresearch,facilities and academics, you’llexplore a broad range of areas that will support yourcareer opportunities, including:
- Electrical engineering
- Communication systems
- Signal processing
- Project management
- Computer science
- Renewable energy
- Industrial and process control
- Telecommunications networks
As part of a world-renowned engineering faculty, you'll take part in work that drives solutions for a better world. You’ll deepen your knowledge intelecommunicationsengineering and broaden your hands-on experience in acommunitythat champions entrepreneurship and diversityof thought.
You’ll graduate with the Master of Engineeringas an accredited engineer. The program isdesigned for students who have either completed a non-accredited engineering degree or the equivalent of the first three years of an accredited engineering degree.With flexibility at its core, you can shape your studies to suit your work and lifestyle.
Why study this degree at UNSW?
When you study the Master of Engineering (Telecommunications) at UNSW, you’ll join a world-renowned engineering faculty and the largest electricaland telecommunicationsengineering school in Australia.
The benefits of studying with the School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications at UNSW are vast and include:
- Our research has received the maximum 5-star rating as “well above world class” by the Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) evaluations
- We’re ranked as the top school for research in Australia and within the top 50 globally
- We’ve recentlyinvested $104m into unique laboratory facilities, meaning you gainhands-onexperienceusingthe latest industrytechnology
- You’ll join a community where diverse perspectives and entrepreneurship are celebrated, giving you opportunities to take part ininnovative projects andworld-leadingresearch
The Master of Engineering degree is globally recognised. It is accredited by Engineers Australia and acknowledged by the Washington Accord. This degree includes a practical component where you’ll apply your knowledge through 60 days of approved industrial training, either in Australia or overseas.
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Entry requirements
Admission to this program requires one of the following:
4-year non-accredited (under the Washington Accord) Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with a minimum 65% average; or
3-year Bachelor of Engineering Science degree in a cognate discipline, at least equivalent to the first three years of an Engineering degree accredited under the Washington Accord with a minimum75% average.
A pathway for entry into the program for graduates from both 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degrees in non-cognate disciplines, and 3-year Bachelor of Science degrees, exists via enrolment first into the Bachelor of Engineering (BE) program, where advanced standing (to a maximum of 2 years) may be granted.
Cognate disciplines
Cognate disciplines include:
- Communications Engineering
- Electrical and telecommunication Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Automation and Control
- Electronic Information
- Optoelectronics/Electronics Engineering
- Photonic Engineering
- Power Electronics
- Power Engineering
- Telecommunications
Admission pathways
UNSW Global has university pathway programs that provide seamless transition to UNSW Sydney so you can achieve your academic and career goals. .
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
Admission to this program requires one of the following:
4-year non-accredited (under the Washington Accord) Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with a minimum 65% average; or
3-year Bachelor of Engineering Science degree in a cognate discipline, at least equivalent to the first three years of an Engineering degree accredited under the Washington Accord with a minimum75% average.
A pathway for entry into the program for graduates from both 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degrees in non-cognate disciplines, and 3-year Bachelor of Science degrees, exists via enrolment first into the Bachelor of Engineering (BE) program, where advanced standing (to a maximum of 2 years) may be granted.
Cognate disciplines
Cognate disciplines include:
- Communications Engineering
- Electrical and telecommunication Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Automation and Control
- Electronic Information
- Optoelectronics/Electronics Engineering
- Photonic Engineering
- Power Electronics
- Power Engineering
- Telecommunications
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
Check the specific English language requirements for this program
Program structure
The Master of Engineering is atwo-yeardegree, which can be studied part time or full time. In thisdegree you’ll gain a solidbackground in an area of your choice.
The structure of this degree provides the opportunity for students tospecialisein an area of interest while gaining a depth of knowledge across a broad range of topics.This degreeserves as an entry point to move intotheEngineering Profession.
With a strong component of industrial, on-the-job training, our program structure includes:
60 days of industrial training
Six disciplinary knowledge courses
Five advanced disciplinary knowledge courses
Two engineering and technical knowledge courses
One design course
A research project
Full program structure
Degree structures can vary depending on your specialisation of choice, the number of courses you choose and timetabling, to give you an indication you can consider the below.
In your first yearyou'll study:
Disciplinary Knowledge courses,these are introductory courses whereyou’ll learn the fundamentals of your chosen specialisation
You may also start studying some of your Advanced Disciplinary Knowledge courseswhere you’ll be able totailor your degree to your interest by selecting courses which align with your career goals.
In the second year, you’ll complete the remainingDisciplinary andAdvanced Disciplinary Knowledgecourses, and study:
Engineering and Technical Management courseswhichhelp you build skills in project and or staff management, leadership and strategy.
A design course which is specific to your chosen specialisation– in this course you will be assigned adesign task relevant on an area of your studies.
At the end of your degree you’ll bring together all the Engineering principles you’ve learnt to solvecomplex, open ended problemssuch as the development of a specific design, process and/or the investigation of a hypothesis.
This degree requires you to complete 60 days of Industrial Training, which gives you some on the job experience before graduating,enabling you to develop the essential technical and professional skills, so you thrive in your future career.
Future careers
Thetelecommunications industry is developing rapidly and demand for graduates is growing. Throughhands-on experience with thelatest technologyin the sectorat UNSWyou’ll graduate ready to leapinto a successful careeras a professional engineer.
In Australia,demand for telecommunications engineers has been boosted by nation-wide infrastructure projects like the NBN. Technological advancementslike 5G will boost youremploymentopportunitiesinternationally.
As an engineer in the telecommunications sector, youcouldwork for:
- Telecommunications providers likeiiNet or Skype
- Major equipment and device manufacturers such as Cisco,Apple or Huawei
- A widerange oftechstart-up companies, likeAirhopCommunications,Cloudscaling,Devicescapeor UNSW's ownZedelef.
Accreditation
Accredited by Engineers Australia and acknowledged by the Washington Accord, the Master of Engineering degree has professional recognition globally. This degree includes a practical component where you’ll apply your knowledge in practical settings through 60 days of approved industrial training in Australia or overseas.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted through ourportal. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term. Some high-demand programs and Faculties with limited places may have an earlier application deadline or commencement date..
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Fees & Scholarships
*Fees are subject to annual review (or when required) by the University and may vary accordingly.
Indicative fees are a guide only and have been calculated based on the typical enrolment patterns of students undertaking the program. The indicative fees listed here is an estimate for tuition only and excludes non-tuition fees and charges. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year of enrolment, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (48 units of credit (UOC) per year).
You should not rely on indicative fees as fee increases are assessed when required and may exceed the indicative figures listed here. Actual fees are calculated on enrolment. More information on fees can be found at the .
*Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only, other fees and charges are not included. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year to enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).
Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at the.
Indicative fees to complete the program have been calculated based on a percentage increase for every year of the program. Fee increases are assessed annually and may exceed the indicative figures listed here.
Indicative fees to complete the program include tuition plus an estimate of study-related costs of approximately $1,000 per year. To find out more about other costs, visit.
Scholarships
At UNSW, we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether you’re a domestic or international student, our range of scholarships, prizes and awards can support your journey.
Featured scholarship
The UNSW Women in Engineering Research Scholarship was established to assist women of high academic achievement with an interest in a research and/or an academic career in engineering. UNSW Engineering offers two Women in Engineering Top-up Scholarships every semester.
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