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Edith Cowan University

Joondalup,Perth,Western Australia

Master of Engineering - Electrical and Renewable Energy Engineering Specialisation at Edith Cowan University

Master of Engineering - Electrical and Renewable Energy Engineering Specialisation at Edith Cowan University
Course Duration 2 Years
Course Intake Jul/Feb
Course Details Website Link Visit Website 
Course Level Postgraduate
Tution Fees $ 27,900
English Language Requirment
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL 84
PTE 58

Designed for students interested in pursuing a career in the renewable energy or electrical power industry.

This specialisation is intended to provide graduates with strong competencies in the fundamental electrical engineering discipline areas with a complementary focus on the utilisation, generation, management and design of renewable energy resources. The Master of Engineering (Electrical and Renewable Energy) provides broad coverage across a range of core electrical power subjects, leading to more in-depth studies relating to renewable energy systems. As with all of the Schools engineering programs, the Electrical and Renewable Energy program focuses on the development of knowledge and skills relevant to professional engineering practice and along with a sound theoretical base, includes strong elements of practical problem solving, team work and project development. As a result, as well as having multiple technical and transferable skill competencies, graduates will gain strong analytical skills, and have the ability to lead complex projects.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate effective communication, both independently and collaboratively, within a professional engineering context.
  2. Evaluate complex ideas and concepts in order to generate creative and innovative design solutions in specific engineering contexts.
  3. Plan, conduct and communicate the findings of a research based project in the field of engineering, drawing on recent developments in the discipline.
  4. Reflect critically on a complex body of theoretical and technical Engineering knowledge, research principles and methods with advanced knowledge in one specialisation.

Employment Opportunities

Electrical and Renewable Energy Engineers have a wide range of employment opportunities across the energy generation, conversion, distribution and management sectors, including power utilities, the mining industry, larger manufacturing businesses as well as the domestic markets where renewable energy systems are now quite common.

Possible future job titles

Electrical Engineer, Power Systems Engineer, Renewable Energy Engineer

Edith Cowan University Highlights

Type Public
Campus setting Urban
Establishment Year 1991
Annual Endowment 485.2 Million AUD
Academic staff 814
Total students (on-campus) 23,514
International students (on-campus) 5,714

Edith Cowan University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

The students planning to enroll at the university are encouraged to prepare an overall budget for international students looking to study in Australia. Amount of tuition fees of every course in ECU varies and can be checked with the help of the Fee Calculator.

Expenses Amount
Tuition 14,450 – 20,025 AUD per semester
Housing fee 205 AUD per week
Transportation 33 AUD per week
Meals 203 AUD per week
Personal expenses 132 AUD per week

Edith Cowan University English Language Requirements for International Students

International students who want to apply to Edith Cowan University are required to demonstrate their proficiency in English by fulfilling either one of the criteria as mentioned below:

Test Minimum Score Required for Undergraduate Minimum Score Required for Graduate
IELTS 6.0 (All individual bands minimum 6.0) 6.5 (All individual bands minimum 6.0)
TOEFL Paper based: 550 (Written English: 5)
Internet based: 70 (Individual scores minimum 17)
Paper based: 573 (Test of written English - 5)
Internet based: 84 (Individual scores minimum 17)
PTE 52 58
University of Cambridge 169 (No individual band less than 169) 176 (No individual band less than 169)

Edith Cowan University Application Process

Application portal: Online

Application fee: No fees

Admission deadline: July 10, 2020 (for both UG and PG courses)

Supporting documents:

  • English language proficiency (ATAR English and Literature, Minimum Grade C in English)
  • Senior High school report
  • Academic transcript
  • Work experience
  • Resume
  • English language proficiency
  • Interview
  • Reference

English language proficiency (TOEFL PBT – 550, TOEFL iBT - 70, IELTS – 6.0, PTE – 52, WAUFP – 50% + pass)

Edith Cowan University Average Tuition Fee Per Year
Undergraduate $ 14,450
Postgraduate  2,025
Edith Cowan University Cost Per Year
Overall cost of living $ 19,450
Campus accommodation $ 6,346
* Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.
Edith Cowan University English score required
IELTS Undergraduate 6.0
IELTS Postgraduate 6.5
TOEFL Undergraduate 70
TOEFL Postgraduate 84
* Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme.
Edith Cowan University University Contact Details
Edith Cowan University Address
Joondalup,Perth Joondalup WA 6027
Edith Cowan University Email
futurestudy@ecu.edu.au
Edith Cowan University Phone
+61 8 6304 0000