Master of Engineering (M.E)

This is a two-year research programe, with the first year consisting of a series of papers that can be combined to allow for individual interests. An appropriate theoretical basis for research is developed and compulsory papers develop competence in research design, managing the research process and writing research proposals.

Specialist papers address aspects of materials, measuring systems and system modelling. Typically, students studying with the ERI will undertake the following courses in their first year:

• Advanced Measuring Systems (30 credits)
• Selected Topics in Smart Materials (30 credits)

• Advanced System Modelling (30 credits)
• Research Process A (15 credits)
• Research Process B (15 credits)

• Signal Processing (30 credits)
• Automatic Control Systems (30 credits)
• Topics in Mechanical Engineering (30 credits)
• Topics in Electrical Engineering (30 credits)
• Specialist Reading A (30 credits)
• Specialist Reading C (15 credits)

The skills developed in the first year of study equip the second year student to undertake an in-depth investigation in a specialist area of research. In this second year the student will be assigned to a postgraduate academic supervisor, a mentor in the development of research skills and thesis preparation. Student research will be supervised by established active researchers.

By working with these people and in their teams, students will develop good research ethics and learn to function in a research group. The objectives of the programme are to develop not only an excellent research graduate but also an individual who can integrate easily into the work environment and whom industry will actively seek.

For specific program requirement, please refer to University's Academic Calendar.