- Duration
- Full-time: Varies
- Part-time: Varies
- Next start date
- 2024 Late Year Term – 1 December
- 2025 Semester One – 3 March
- Available locations
- City, Grafton, Newmarket
- Points
- 120 or 180
- Programme type
- Postgraduate
- Research options available
Programme overview
Gain access to our advanced facilities and establish contact with world-class experts. Join us to innovate, improve and push forward the frontiers of knowledge. This research programme allows you to choose from a variety of specialisations and contribute to your preferred field, allowing the potential to apply your in-depth expertise to further study.
The ME is structured to help you develop a sense of independence and confidence in your ability to think critically and conduct fundamental or applied research. Regardless of your specialisation, you will engage with a stimulating mix of theory and analysis, setting you apart in your pursuit of higher-level opportunities.
For research options in Civil Engineering, please see the Master of Civil Engineering .
Programme structure
- You may pursue either a 120 point or 180 point ME in one of our approved specialisations. This is generally dependent on your prior study. Both options require the completion of a 120 point research thesis.
- Your thesis topic, which will involve discussions with your supervisor, is determined by your chosen specialisation.
- The 180 point ME is intended for students with a relevant three-year bachelors degree, such as engineering, science or architecture. This requires the selection of an additional 60 points of courses from a list of taught classes relevant to your chosen research specialisation.
You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.
Subjects available in this programme
Please refer to the University of Auckland Calendar's Master of Engineering regulations for detailed, accurate information on your programme structure.
2025 entry requirements
My highest qualification is from:
Programme requirements
Minimum programme requirements
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
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Study optionResearch 120 pointsGrade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 5.0
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons)
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Study optionResearch 180 pointsGrade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 5.0
Bachelors degree in an approved subject
Further programme requirements
Select your study option:
You must have completed a BE or BE(Hons) in the same field as your chosen specialisation with a GPA of 5.0 in 120 points above Stage III.
You must have completed a bachelors degree in a field related to your chosen specialisation, such as architecture, physics or geology, with a GPA of 5.0 in 120 points above Stage II.
Other pathways to study
If you do not meet the GPA requirement, you can still gain entry by passing 60 points towards the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering with a GPA of 5.0.
In exceptional circumstances, we will consider you for entry if you have completed an undergraduate degree and have three years of work experience in engineering.
Programme requirements
Minimum programme requirements
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
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Study optionResearch 120 pointsGrade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0
Four-year engineering degree
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Study optionResearch 180 pointsGrade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0
An engineering degree
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QualificationIELTS Academic International English Language Testing SystemScore required6.5
No bands less than 6.0
Further programme requirements
Select your study option:
You must have completed a four-year bachelors degree in engineering at a recognised university (or similar institution) that includes:
- Broad coverage in your first year of the foundational science topics that underpin engineering disciplines: mathematical modelling, chemical and materials science, electrical engineering theory, mechanics, programming, and engineering design.
- One year of postgraduate-level study
- A research project or dissertation comprising at least one-quarter of the final year
You will need a GPE of 5.0.
You must have completed an undergraduate degree in engineering at a recognised university (or similar institution), in a field related to your intended specialisation.
You will need a GPE of 5.0.
Other pathways to study
If you do not meet the GPE requirement, you can still gain entry by passing 60 points towards the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering with a GPA of 5.0.
In exceptional circumstances, we will consider you for entry if you have completed a bachelors degree and have three years of work experience in engineering.
How much does a Master of Engineering cost per year?
2025 fees
- Domestic students
- NZ$11,334*
- International students
- NZ$52,842*
Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.88 per point, estimated at $1,065.60 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
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Scholarships and awards
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Student loans and allowances
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Cost of living
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Key dates
1 December start available for 120-point research masters only, subject to supervisor availability.
Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.
Application closing dates
- Semester One 2025
- 8 December 2024
- Semester Two 2025
- 4 July 2025
- Late Year Semester 2025
- 11 November 2025
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Semester One | Starts – 26 February |
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| Ends – 24 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 15 July |
| Ends – 11 November | |
| Late Year Term | Starts – 1 December |
| Ends – 1 March |
| Semester One | Starts – 3 March |
|---|---|
| Ends – 30 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 21 July |
| Ends – 17 November | |
| Late Year Term | Starts – 1 December |
| Ends – 1 March |
Other important dates
See important dates for the academic year, including orientation, enrolment, study breaks, exams, and graduation.
Where could this programme take you?
An engineering masters degree confirms your ability to investigate an important issue with research expertise, work with initiative, make sound judgements, draw conclusions and write a thesis to explain your arguments. These are extremely marketable qualities that can be used to widen your career options and general employability, both immediately after you finish your masters, and later on in your career.
Priya enjoys the flexibility of being able to pursue her Master of Engineering part-time.
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