School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering

For both research Masters and Doctoral programs it is highly desirable that the research proposal emerge as the result of a process of consultation between the candidate and potential supervisor. Before lodgement of an application form, the candidate should have started dialogue with a potential supervisor.

In theory, a research program can be commenced at any time during the academic year. However, the tuition fee is charged on a semester basis irrespective of when studies are commenced.

There is an English Language Requirement for graduates of universities where the language of instruction is not English. English is the language required by the University for PhD and ME theses. Applicants whose first language is not English, or who have not undertaken a previous degree where English is the primary language of instruction within the last two years, are required to provide proof of their competence. Regardless of this, it should be noted that the Australian Government has special requirements for documentation of English language proficiency for applicants from certain countries (Assessment Levels 3 and 4) to obtain a student visa. Refer to the Australian Government website Student Visa Assessment Levels for further information regarding Assessment Levels.

Please refer to the English Requirements Policy for a list of Accepted English Language tests, together with their minimum results needed for admission. The English Support Unit of the UNSW Institute of Languages offers a number of courses to assist and improve written and oral English. If you are in doubt whether or not your English needs improving, please consult with your supervisor, who will advise you.

Doctor of Philosophy — Program Code 1662

A candidate for the degree shall have been awarded an appropriate degree of Bachelor with Honours from The University of New South Wales or a qualification considered equivalent from another university or tertiary institution at Honours I level to be approved by the Head of School. In exceptional circumstances a lower level of honours may be approved.

Master of Engineering — Program Code 2692

A candidate for the degree should have been awarded an appropriate degree of Bachelor from The University of New South Wales or a qualification considered equivalent from another university or tertiary institution at Honours level, with a minimum of Honours II(II) to be approved by the Head of School. Articulation from the ME to a PhD program is possible after 12 months based on performance.

For more information please contact the Postgraduate Research Administrator.