Master of Engineering (Research)

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants for postgraduate programs usually need a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. The entry requirement may specify a minimum score of 60% or higher in the previous academic degree.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 or 7.0, with no band below 6.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 90 with no individual section below 21.
• PTE: Overall score of 58, with a minimum of 50 in each section.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Auckland offers various scholarships specifically designed to support and encourage international students in their academic pursuits. These scholarships aim to attract high-achieving students from around the world and provide financial assistance to help them achieve their educational goals at the university.

Merit-Based Scholarships: The University of Auckland offers merit-based scholarships recognizing academic excellence. These scholarships are awarded to students with outstanding academic achievements in their previous studies, supporting them throughout their undergraduate or postgraduate programs.

Need-Based Grants: For students facing financial challenges, the university provides need-based grants to assist with tuition fees or living expenses. These grants aim to ensure that deserving students have the opportunity to pursue their education without financial constraints.

Research Scholarships: The university also offers research scholarships for international students interested in pursuing research-based programs. These scholarships support students engaged in innovative research projects and contribute to the university's academic research endeavors.

Country-Specific Awards: Additionally, the University of Auckland provides scholarships specifically designated for students from certain countries. These awards aim to promote cultural diversity and international collaboration by attracting students from diverse geographical backgrounds.

Graduates holding a Master of Engineering (Research) from the University of Auckland have diverse career pathways in various engineering fields.

1. Research and Development Engineer: Opportunities exist in research and development roles across industries, where graduates can contribute to innovative engineering projects, developing new technologies or improving existing systems.

2. Academic Researcher: Careers in academia involve pursuing further research or teaching roles within universities or research institutions, focusing on advancing knowledge in specific engineering disciplines.

3. Engineering Consultant: Graduates can work as engineering consultants, providing expertise to industries or organizations on complex engineering problems, offering solutions and strategies to improve processes or systems.

4. Project Manager: Roles involve overseeing engineering projects, managing resources, budgets, and timelines, and ensuring successful project delivery within industries such as construction, manufacturing, or technology.

5. Design Engineer: Opportunities exist for graduates to work as design engineers, involved in creating, analyzing, and improving designs for products, systems, or structures in various engineering sectors.

6. Process Engineer: Careers in process engineering involve optimizing industrial processes, improving efficiency, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met within manufacturing or production environments.

7. Systems Engineer: Graduates can pursue roles as systems engineers, focusing on integrating and managing complex systems, ensuring interoperability and functionality across different engineering disciplines.

8. Energy Engineer: Opportunities exist in energy-related sectors, focusing on sustainable energy systems, energy efficiency, or renewable energy technologies, contributing to global efforts toward sustainability.

9. Civil Engineer: Graduates may pursue roles in civil engineering, specializing in areas such as structural engineering, transportation, geotechnical engineering, or environmental engineering.

10. Mechanical Engineer: Careers involve designing, analyzing, and developing mechanical systems, machinery, or equipment in industries like automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, or robotics.