Postgraduate study in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

A strong research focus is vital to the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, and postgraduate study in Electrical and Electronic Engineering is no exception. You’ll gain opportunities to tackle projects alongside world-class researchers involved in designing real-world applications, such as the Forensics, Audio and Biometrics Group, our internationally-recognised researchers in power electronics, and more.

Major topics may include:

• Design and application of sophisticated medical electronics
• Computer modelling
• Electromagnetics
• Forensic speech analysis
• Green energy
• Information technology
• Local and international telecommunications networks
• Power systems
• Radio system design
• Signal processing
• Wireless power charging

Important requirements for international students

• All international applicants should ensure that they meet all the programme’s entry requirements. You should only proceed with your application if your GPA matches or exceeds the requirements for your country listed in the engineering programme of your choice. Please do not apply if your GPA is below the minimum entry requirements, but consider the alternative study options that may be offered as a pathway into your preferred programme.
• You are strongly advised to consider visa application times. Please be aware of the student visa processing times in your home country and submit the documentation needed well ahead of the Faculty of Engineering and Design's programme application deadlines. For processing times, contact the New Zealand High Commission/Embassy or your education agent.
• If you are applying for your second masters degree, you need to be aware that additional assessment requirements will take extra time. The Faculty of Engineering and Design must assess your previous masters degree courses to ensure that they do not overlap with your selected courses in the University of Auckland programme that you have expressed interest in. You must therefore allow more time for your application to be processed, and be aware that further documentation may be required. Submit your application well in advance of the deadline if this is your situation, as you may also need to take visa application times into account.

“My Programme Requirements” is a feature in Student Services Online that tells you what the academic requirements are for your programme.

It shows you what courses you are enrolled in, what courses you have passed and what courses you can take to complete your degree. For more information, see How to view your programme requirements.

For detailed course information and advice please refer to your programme regulations in the University of Auckland Calendar or visit one of our Student Hubs.
 

Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering

This is a flexible programme that can be structured around your engineering interests. Find out more

Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering

This is a 120-point Taught programme. You will need to complete a minimum of 90-points of courses in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the list provided under the Master of Engineering Studies (excludes research projects). The remaining 30-points can also be selected from this list, or you may choose up to 30-points of other appropriate courses, as approved by the Programme Director. Find out more

Master of Engineering

The Master of Engineering Studies in Electrical and Electronic Engineering is available in 120-points and 180-points taught options. You also have the option of undertaking a 30-point Research Project and will be eligible for the award of Honours and may be able to progress to the PhD.

Electives:

Select at least 45 points from the following:

Semester 1:

ELECTENG
734 Power Electronics (15 points)

ELECTENG
737 Advanced Radio Engineering (15 points)

Semester 2:

COMPSYS
704 Advanced Embedded Systems (15 points)

COMPSYS
705 Formal Methods for Safety Critical Software (15 points)

COMPSYS
726 Robotics and Intelligent Systems (15 points)

ELECTENG
704 Advanced Control Systems (15 points)

ELECTENG
738 Selected Topics in Advanced Power Systems (15 points)

ELECTENG
741 Advanced Digital Communications (15 points)

Available for Semester 1 & 2:

ELECTENG
788 A/B Research Project (30 points)

For the 120-point programme you can select up to 75 points from the
following courses. For the 180-point programme you can select up to 135 points:

Semester 1:

ELECTENG
721 Radio Engineering (15 points)

ELECTENG
722 Modern Control Systems (15 points)

ELECTENG
731 Power Systems (15 points)

ELECTENG
733 Digital Signal Processing (15 points)

ENVENG
702 Engineering Decision Making in Aotearoa Online (15 points)

Semester 2:

ELECTENG
703 Advanced Power Systems (15 points)

ELECTENG
726 Digital Communications (15 points)

ENVENG
702 Engineering Decision Making in Aotearoa (15 points)

Note:

Students in the 120-point programme may select up to 30 points of other relevant courses from this university; subject to approval from the Course Director and Programme Director.

Students in the 180-point programme may select up to 45 points of other relevant courses from this university; subject to approval from the Course Director and Programme Director.

Not offered in 2025:

ELECTENG
706 Topics in Digital Signal Processing (15 points)

ELECTENG
732 Communication Systems (15 points)

ELECTENG
724 Special Topic (15 points)

ELECTENG
736 Analog and Digital Filter Synthesis (15 points)

 

Master of Engineering

This degree aims to provide a research-focused learning environment in which you can develop your independent problem-solving skills through supervised research. The programme is offered in two options to suit the existing qualifications and experience of candidates. This degree may be awarded with Honours and you may be able to progress to the PhD.

120-point option:

ELECTENG 796A/B Research Thesis (120
points)

180-point option:

ELECTENG 796A/B Research Thesis (120
points)

Electives:

For the 180-point research degree you will also select 60-points elective courses; excluding research project (see above).

For general student enquiries, please contact the Student Hubs.

If you would like further academic information, you can contact a Postgraduate Adviser.