Become a systems engineer and turn complex global challenges into lasting solutions.
In an increasingly interconnected world, our challenges are becoming more complex. Our way of life depends on vast systems working cohesively together – from healthcare and manufacturing to clean energy and food production. Systems engineers have the broader understanding to integrate multiple technologies and processes, and to ensure they work safely and sustainably.
With a Masters in Engineering specialising in Systems, you can learn from industry leaders and level up in your career. Collaborate with highly skilled, diverse teams. Make decisions informed by meaningful data. Become a driver for system improvement with world-changing impacts.
This program is designed to expand your skills beyond fundamental engineering, qualifying you to integrate and improve systems across sectors. You’ll contribute unique insights and evidence-driven judgements to create solutions on a grand scale.
Explore advanced engineering practices, with consideration for stakeholder requirements, concept generation, ergonomics and safety, along with life cycle management and sustainability. With a strong understanding of principles in design testing and modelling, you will develop your professional practice with collaborative case studies and industry research.
Take your knowledge to new depths: select from multiple elective specialities in robotics, renewable energy, or submarine design. Examine real-world industry challenges with practical guidance as you undertake work placement in your field of choice.
Graduate prepared to meet the rapidly escalating need for engineers with industry awareness and practical skills. With your unique breadth and depth of knowledge in cross-discipline system interactions, you will become a highly flexible, essential industry leader.
Learn advanced skills in testing and evaluation, integrated logistics support, and effective design practice. Explore real case studies with collaborative research projects and acting industry clients. Use cutting-edge software to explore model-based engineering, simulating and predicting performance. Build your skills in data analytics, critical thinking and problem solving. Choose from specialist courses including robotics, defence leadership, submarine and shipbuilding, carbon capture and renewable energy. Gain real-world industry experience to set you up for the next step in your career. Whether you are looking to take a new direction in your career, or if you are ready to enhance your professional prospects with specialised study – this two-year Masters in Engineering (Systems) will prepare you to tackle complex challenges in your chosen field.
As you develop your technical toolkit in modelling, analytics and design, you will also build a deeper understanding of how different systems can work together to create solutions. You will gain the skills to manage large, complex challenges, from aerospace to climate change, ensuring safety and sustainability.
Your first year will equip you with foundational engineering skills with a focus on system integration and quality improvement. Courses include:
With course content on professional preparation and real-life case studies, you’ll be able to tailor your development to become the engineer you want to be. You will have the opportunity to enter an industry work placement to make life-changing connections, and to dip your toes into your potential future career.
In your second year, you’ll focus your energy on your specialised interests while continuing to build your breadth of skills as a systems engineer. You can choose from a range of courses to expand your knowledge and potential:
Access cutting-edge facilities across our Adelaide City or Mawson Lakes campuses and complete a major research project over your second year. Build your professional practice and communication skills to deliver a career-authentic engineering project, from planning and modelling to the final design.
The Master of Engineering is also available with specialisations in the following:
Complete 96 units comprising:
Complete 66 units for ALL of the following:
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Course name
Engineering Data Analytics
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Course code
ENGI5006
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6
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Course name
Professional Engineering Management
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Course code
ENGI5003
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6
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Engineering Systems Design Project
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Course code
ENGI6001
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6
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Course name
Systems Design and Integration
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Course code
ENGI6019
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6
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Course name
Integrated Logistics Support
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Course code
ENGI6020
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6
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Masters Engineering Research Project A
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Course code
ENGI6023
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6
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Masters Engineering Research Project B
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Course code
ENGI6024
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12
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Principles of Test and Evaluation
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Course code
ENGM5002
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6
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Model-Based Systems Engineering
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Course code
ENGM6011
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6
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Principles of Systems Engineering
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Course code
ENGP5004
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Units
6
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Complete 12 units for ALL of the following:
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Masters Professional Engineer Career Preparation
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Course code
ENGI5900
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Units
6
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Masters Professional Engineer Engagement with Professional Practice
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Course code
ENGI5901
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Units
6
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Complete 18 units comprising:
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Enterprise Resource Planning
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Course code
BUSI6035
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Units
6
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Total Quality Management
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Course code
ENGI5010
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6
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Course name
Engineering Economic Analysis
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Course code
ENGI5012
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6
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Principles of Submarine Design
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Course code
ENGI5014
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6
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Course name
Industry 4.0
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Course code
ENGI5023
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6
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Operations Management
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Course code
ENGI6022
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6
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Intelligent Production Systems
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Course code
ENGP5007
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Units
6
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Global Supply Chain Management
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Course code
BUSI5024
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Units
6
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Renewable Power Technologies
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Course code
ENGE4021
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Units
6
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Course name
Submarine Design and Construction
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Course code
ENGI5015
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Units
6
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Course name
Defence Leadership
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Course code
ENGI5024
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Units
6
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Course name
Shipbuilding Programs for Industry and Defence Managers
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Course code
ENGI6012
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Units
6
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Course name
Robotics and Automation
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Course code
ENGM6002
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Units
6
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Carbon Capture Utilisation and Storage
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Course code
ENGP6020
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Units
6
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With increasing globalisation and reliance on advanced technological systems, our survival depends on engineered systems functioning well together. As a qualified systems engineer, you will graduate with crucial skills in integrating complex networks of specialists, technology and industry processes. Your knowledge will be indispensable in meeting the rising challenges of an interconnected world.
As a systems engineer you will have access to a vast range of industries. You could explore:
You could be at the forefront of the renewable energy transition and design a new solar power system, ensuring its effective integration with other energy sources. Understanding the role of other specialist engineers, you could work collaboratively to anticipate and prevent safety risks for a national defence submarine. Or you could implement new workflows across public hospitals and improve resource allocation to help healthcare workers save lives.
Other roles you would be qualified for include:
In Engineers Australia’s recent Statistical Overview of the Engineering Profession, findings suggest rapidly increasing demand for engineers across sectors, including defence, infrastructure, sustainable energy, computer science, healthcare and the public sector.
With global reliance on technology, and an industry undergoing constant change, your skills will be needed to resolve broader system issues. Due to population growth there is also intensifying demand for construction and urban development. The Australian Engineering Labour Market Overview predicts that the rise in work opportunities for engineers will increase even further as we rush to meet Australia’s 2050 clean energy commitments.
Both now and long into the future, you will be in high demand as a versatile systems engineer – able to pivot and oversee advancements in a range of essential industries.
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Adelaide University sets you up for success in your studies – and your social life. You’ll have access to work placement and internship opportunities, overseas study tours and exchanges, networking events with guest speakers and more. Our campuses are equipped with purpose-built facilities including lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, and spaces that simulate real work environments. These are all supported by the latest technologies and a 24/7 online learning platform with personalised study information and resources.
You’ll have everything you need to live well and thrive during your studies, with health services on campus, gymnasiums, technology zones and modern student lounges. Get involved in campus sport or join our student clubs that will connect you to your passions – and the people who share them.
Adelaide also has a variety of accommodation options to suit your individual requirements and budget, with options ranging from dedicated student accommodation to private rentals. One of the world’s most liveable cities, Adelaide has lots of leafy parks, gardens and social hubs – and some of the highest living standards globally. No matter where you are in Adelaide, you’re only a short distance from beaches, vineyards, museums, art galleries, restaurants, bars and parklands. Visit the accommodation web page to find out more.
Student services
We’re here to support you on your student journey. Adelaide University offers a range of support services and facilities, including:
You’ll also have unlimited access to our dedicated student support hub. Visit in-person or online, or contact our friendly team by phone. We can assist you with anything study-related including enrolment, identification cards, timetables, fees and more.
You'll be studying at one of our renowned campuses, accessing cutting-edge facilities and contemporary study spaces.
Your courses will require a combination of different learning formats, including lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Aside from your classes, you’ll also need to allocate additional time for independent study. This may include assignments, readings, projects and contributing to online discussion forums. As a rough guide, full-time studies may require 12-26 hours of class time and 14-18 hours of independent study per week.
During your studies at Adelaide University, you’ll complete a mixture of practical, professional and research-based learning. Your assessment types will vary depending on the degree you’re studying, but may include:
