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Today, let me introduce you to a postgraduate program in Australia that’s extremely friendly for engineering graduates — the Master of Professional Engineering at La Trobe University.

This is a one-year master’s degree program that not only offers 800 hours of paid industry internship, but also directly leads to professional assessment in Australia — laying a strong foundation for your future PR (Permanent Residency) application!

Why do we recommend this program?

Solve the anxiety of “graduating into unemployment”

Many engineering graduates struggle to find ideal jobs due to lack of local experience. La Trobe's MPE includes 800 hours of paid internship, giving you real-world project experience from day one! 

Strong industry focus

•   Internships with top-tier engineering companies such as Siemens, John Holland, Acciona

•   Early entry into the Australian workforce and expanded professional network




Compact & well-structured course

•   Covers a blend of engineering economics, project management, and leadership

•   Complete 120 credit points within 1 year — cost-effective and efficient!

Course Information

•   Campus options: Melbourne Bundoora / Bendigo (Regional Area)

•   Duration: 1 year full-time

•   Tuition: AUD $43,000 per year (2025)

•   Entry Requirements:✔ A 4-year engineering degree accredited under the Washington Accord or assessed as equivalent by Engineers Australia✔ English: IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) / PTE 58 (no band less than 50)

Scholarship Options

Merit-Based Scholarship: 15%, 20%, or 25% tuition discount depending on GPA

•   Early Bird Scholarship: Additional 5% discount for early offer acceptance and payment

 Program Highlights

•   Core subjects include: Sustainable Engineering Practice, Engineering Economics, Research Methods, Leadership & Project Management

•   800 hours of paid or project-based internship

•   Direct industry engagement: Graduate with Australian local experience

•   Diverse career paths: From civil, electrical, mechanical to telecommunications, materials, chemical, and environmental engineering

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Ideal for:

•   Engineering undergraduates looking to quickly earn a master’s degree + local internship experience

•   Those planning for migration via Engineers Australia professional assessment

Professionals aiming to shift into project management or strengthen commercial engineering skills