Master of Engineering
(International Automotive
Engineering)
Program snapshot
Program code: MC230
DURATION
Full-time: 2 years
Part-time: 4 years
* Most lectures take place at the City campus, with some lab classes run at the Bundoora campus. Some projects in the Master’s Research
Project course may require travel to the Bundoora campus. Alternative projects based at the City campus are available.
Gain the skills to be a technological leader capable of managing innovation in both automotive
design and manufacturing settings.
Designed to meet the needs of the global
automotive industry, you’ll develop the skills to
take a leading role in automotive engineering
design, manufacturing and testing using
contemporary engineering methods and
computational and experimental tools.
You have the flexibility to specialise in either
advanced automotive design and development
or automotive manufacturing.
You will use advanced computer-aided
engineering software such as LS-DYNA and
Abaqus and gain hands-on experience in
several state-of-the-art experimental facilities,
including the full-scale Vehicle Wind Tunnel,
Green Engines Research Laboratory and
Vehicle NVH Laboratory.
The program has a focus on sustainable design
and manufacturing practices based on the entire
life cycle (from ‘cradle to grave’) of vehicles. This
incorporates the design for disposal and recycle,
disassembly, life cycle assessment, alternative
fuels and powertrains, and light structures.
You will develop a comprehensive understanding
of the product life cycle and systems design
of modern automobiles and associated
technologies. This understanding is developed
through project-based learning involving
real-life problems in cooperation with industry
both locally and internationally.
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc230
LOCATION
City and Bundoora
campuses*
You will have the opportunity to do work
experience in multinational companies,
enhancing your employment opportunities
in the global job market. There are also
exchange opportunities between RMIT
and universities worldwide, including
opportunities for dual Masters’ awards.
Learning and teaching
The integration of classroom learning and
workplace experience provides you with the
opportunity to apply your knowledge and
problem-solving skills in a real workplace setting.
You’ll also have access to highly qualified visiting
staff from overseas industry and universities
who are well versed in current and future
trends in the global automotive industry.
In addition you will have the opportunity
to complete comprehensive work placement
program that incorporates research experience
at leading automotive companies worldwide.
Industry connections
The program has been developed in consultation
with a range of automotive industry and
education stakeholders including the Ingolstadt
University of Applied Sciences, AutoCRC,
Ford Australia, General Motors Holden,
Pacifica, Futuris Automotive Interiors,
and SAE Australasia.
2017
Postgraduate
Coursework
PROGRAM MANAGER
Dr Monir Takla
Tel: +61 3 9925 6094
Email: monir.takla@rmit.edu.au
Career outlook
Graduates will be able to work effectively as
automotive engineering specialists, leading
technological innovation in cross-disciplinary
teams. They will be able to work effectively
within, and between, geographically and
culturally diverse settings with a broad
understanding of the complex automotive
supply chain and logistics involved.
Professional recognition
This program does not yet have accreditation
from Engineers Australia. Accreditation will
be sought for this program as soon as it is
feasible to do so within the accreditation
timelines set by Engineers Australia.
International opportunities
This program has dual master agreements
with the Ingolstadt University of Applied
Sciences in Germany and the University
of Applied Science in Aachen, Germany.
Five students per year have the opportunity
to take part in the dual masters’ program
and receive master’s degrees from both
institutions. Eligibility and selection criteria for
admission into the dual award apply as follows:
Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled in the
single award program, Master of Engineering
(International Automotive Engineering).
Master of Engineering (International Automotive Engineering)
Selection: Academic merit (based on
cumulative GPA).
Students who are interested in the dual masters’
program will be invited to submit an expression
of interest to the Program Manager by week
10 of their first semester of study at RMIT.
Students who select to pursue the RMIT
International Industry Experience and Research
Program (RIIERP) will have the opportunity for
an industry placement with a major overseas
automotive manufacturer or supplier such as
Volkswagen, Audi, BMW, Bosch or Siemens.
Program structure
The Master consists of 192 credit points.
In this program, you’ll complete specific
course(s) that focus on work-integrated learning
(WIL). You’ll be assessed on professional
or vocational work in a workplace setting
(real or simulated) and receive feedback
from those involved in industry with capital-
intensive assets and engineering systems.
You’ll work with practitioners in the automotive
industry environment, using complex software
and equipment, analysing real automotive design
and manufacturing case studies, and proposing
and evaluating new automotive designs.
The capstone Master’s Research Project,
which is undertaken in second year, involves
WIL through an industry-relevant project.
How to apply
Direct to RMIT University:
rmit.edu.au/programs/apply/direct
Semester 1, 2017
–– Applications open 14 August 2016
–– Timely applications close
10 November 2016
Semester 2, 2017
–– Applications open 1 May 2017
–– Timely applications close 31 May 2017
Late applications will continue to be
accepted after this date if places are
still available.
This information is designed for Australian and New
Zealand citizens and permanent residents of Australia.
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information contained in this publication is accurate
and current at the date of printing. For the most
up-to-date information, please refer to the RMIT
University website before lodging your application.
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Prepared September 2016.
Work experience
From Semester 2, 2017, as part of the
program you must complete at least 12
weeks of work experience in a professional
engineering environment. Work experience
completed prior to joining this program
and after commencing a relevant bachelor
degree (see Entry requirements) may count
towards the work experience component.
Year 1
Complete the following core courses:
–– Management of Automotive Design
and Development
–– Management of Automotive
Manufacturing Engineering Processes
–– Computational Engineering for
Automobile Applications
–– Vehicle Noise Vibration Harshness
–– Automotive Materials
–– Automotive Systems and Control
–– Advanced CAE for Automotive Applications
–– Vehicle Power – Train Technologies.
Year 2
Complete the following core courses:
–– Research Methods in Engineering
–– Advanced Vehicle Dynamics.
And complete:
–– two elective courses.
Entry requirements
–– An Australian bachelor degree (Bachelor of
Technology, Bachelor of Engineering Science
or Bachelor of Engineering), or equivalent,
in the fields of aerospace, mechanical,
manufacturing, mechatronics, sustainable
systems or automotive engineering, with
a Grade Point Average (GPA) of equal to
or greater than 2.5 out of 4.0
OR
–– An Australian Master of Engineering or PhD,
or equivalent, in the fields of aerospace,
Fees
2017 indicative fees
–– Commonwealth supported places (CSPs)
range from AU$6,349 to AU$10,596
–– Full-fee: AU$29,760 per annum
How much you’ll pay will depend on
whether you’re offered a Commonwealth
supported place or a full-fee place. Entry
for this program is primarily through CSPs.
Government financial assistance is available
to eligible students regardless of the type
of place you enrol in.
And complete the following course:
–– Master’s Research Project.
Or complete the following two courses:
–– Master’s Research Project Part 1
–– Master’s Research Project Part 2.
Elective courses
–– Automotive Electronics
–– Special Topics in Engineering
–– Building Quality Organisations
–– Management of Technology
–– Industrial Systems and Environment
–– Performance Management Foundations
–– International Engineering Management
–– Manufacturing Strategy and Planning
–– Computer Integrated Manufacturing
–– Design for Manufacture
–– Intelligent Materials and Processes
–– Planning and Control
–– Integrated Logistics Support Management
–– System Simulation and Characterisation
–– Logistics Engineering and Systems
–– System Engineering Principles
–– Photovoltaic Systems
–– Electrical Energy Storage Systems
–– International Industry Experience 1
–– International Industry Experience 2
mechanical, manufacturing, mechatronics,
sustainable systems or automotive
engineering.
Applicants with a GPA of less than 2.5 out
of 4.0 may be considered on a case-by-case
basis, with consideration given to at least two
years’ relevant work experience in industry.
International qualifications are assessed
according to the Australian Qualifications
Framework (AQF).
Fees shown above apply to 2017 only and
are based on an annual full-time study load
of 96 credit points unless otherwise noted.
A proportionate fee applies for more or less
than the full-time study load. Tuition fees are
adjusted on an annual basis and these fees
should only be used as a guide.
For more information and to learn how
to calculate your exact tuition fees see:
rmit.edu.au/programs/fees/postgraduate