{ "availability": true, "data": { "awardTitle": "Master of Engineering", "advertisedTitle": "Master of Engineering (Research)", "totalCreditPoints": 0, "offerYear": 2026, "studentType": "International", "locationDisplayName": "Melbourne", "deliveryModeCode": "RT", "deliveryModeDescription": "Research Training", "cricosCourseCode": "055088K", "isFlexibleLocation": false, "majors": [], "specialisations": [], "virtualRollover": { "enabled": false, "instance": false, "indicativeFees": false, "startDates": false }, "relatedCourses": { "nestedCourses": null }, "startDates": "Anytime (2026)", "duration": "2 years full-time", "prerequisite": "", "courseDescription": "<p>Areas of study include:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Communications Engineering<\/strong>: telecommunications systems, optical communications, signal image processing<\/li><li><strong>Electronic Systems Engineering<\/strong>: biomedical, electronic design automation, semiconductor materials and devices<\/li><\/ul><p>For more information on current research in engineering programs, contact the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/school-engineering-and-mathematical-sciences\" rel=\"nofollow\">School of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences<\/a>.<\/p><p class=\"footnote\">The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 \u2013 Masters Degree by Research.<\/p>", "entryReq": { "rse": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "admCriAtarStmt": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCriInAddToAtar": "", "selRankAdj": "", "otherAdmOpts": "" }, "higherEd": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "vet": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "wle": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "prerequisite": "<p>The minimum academic requirement for entry to a Master of Engineering (Research) is a Bachelor's (Honours) degree in a relevant discipline completed within the last ten years with a weighted average mark of 65 or above.<\/p><p>The minimum academic requirement for transfer to the Master of Engineering (Research) from a Master of Engineering (Coursework) at La Trobe University is the completion of 60 credit points in the first semester of full-time enrolment (or part-time equivalent) with a weighted average mark of 70 or above.<\/p><p>Where an applicant does not meet the normal academic entry requirements, an application may be made for admission on equity or alternative entry grounds where the applicant can demonstrate, through discipline-appropriate forms of evidence:<\/p><ol><li>That they have attained the prior research and\/or learning outcomes that normally pertain to the minimum academic entry requirements for the degree, and<\/li><li>That they have the capacity to successfully undertake a higher degree by research.<\/li><\/ol><p>The following conditions must be met in order to gain admission into a Master of Engineering (Research) degree:<\/p><ul><li>you must meet the entry requirements for the degree<\/li><li>the school in which you seek enrolment must be able to provide appropriate facilities, resources and supervision for your chosen area of research.<\/li><\/ul><p> <\/p>", "academicEntReq": "", "essentialRequirementsInherent": "", "engReq": "<p><span>6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.<\/span><\/p>", "hasEngReqAlt": true }, "vtacCodes": null, "courseStructure": "<section id=\"course-structure\" class=\"sublayout-1\"><div class=\"ds-block\"> <p><b>To qualify for the award of Master of Engineering (Research), students must complete a total of 0 credit points across 1 year.<\/b><\/p><\/div><div class=\"ds-block ds-block--full-width course-structure-content\"><div class=\"ds-tabs\"><div class=\"ds-tabs-nav ds-block\" role=\"tablist\"><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"true\" aria-controls=\"tab1\" id=\"tab1trigger\" >0<\/button><\/div><div class=\"ds-content-chunk\" data-bg-color=\"lightest\"> <li><b>Component credit points<\/b> from chosen Type<\/li> <li><b>Thesis credit points<\/b> from chosen Title<\/li> <li><b>The degree of Master of Engineering by Research shall be awarded based on the examination of a thesis which demonstrates the course learning outcomes. credit points<\/b> from chosen Description<\/li> <li><b> credit points<\/b> from chosen Academic Items<\/li> <li><b> credit points<\/b> from chosen Components<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><h4>Study options<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><\/div><\/section>", "workBasedLearning": "<p>A range of work based learning opportunities are available, including internships, mentoring, and industry-linked projects.<\/p><p>Internships: candidates who have successfully confirmed their candidature and who are making satisfactory progress may apply to participate in an internship at least one month before they submit their thesis. Refer to the Graduate Research Candidature Policy and associated information.<\/p><p>Candidates will apply separately to participate in an internship through a process detailed on the Graduate Research School website.<\/p><p>For more information visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/researchers\/grs\/industry-community\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/researchers\/grs\/industry-community<\/a><\/p>", "handbookLinkHtml": "<a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/courses\/2026\/SMER\" target='_blank'>Melbourne<\/a>", "intendedLearningOutcomes": "<ul><li>Apply mastery of theoretical knowledge and ability to reflect critically on theory and its application<\/li><li>Investigate, critically analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and apply to established theories from different bodies of knowledge or practice<\/li><li>Generate and assess complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level<\/li><li>Design, use and evaluate research and research methods<\/li><li>Apply advanced communication and technical skills to present coherent arguments and disseminate research findings to specialist and non-specialist audiences<\/li><\/ul>", "careerOpportunities": "<p>This degree will strengthen your analytical skills and give you in-depth insights in your chosen field of study, which will position you well for senior roles in the tech industry, consulting firms, and beyond. 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