RMIT University is ranked among the world’s top 100 universities in electrical and electronic engineering (2019 QS World University Rankings by Subject).

This degree will equip you to work at the cutting-edge of developments in:

• electrical energy generation and distribution
• automation
• control
• instrumentation
• computing technologies
• electronic circuit design and fabrication
• microsystem and information technology 
• communication and network engineering    

You will also enhance your professional skills in research, problem-solving, communication, teamwork and leadership.

Graduates can find work in a range of industries including electrical engineering, electronic engineering, power generation and distribution, aerospace, automotive, computer, telecommunications, manufacturing, resources and defense.

Career Outcomes

Exciting developments in this field offer excellent career opportunities. These developments include advancements in energy generation, distribution, automation and control, as well as electronic instrumentation, devices, sensors and telecommunications technologies.

Career outlook

In the private sector, graduates work in the design, manufacture, and supply of engineering devices, systems, and services. They work as technical experts, technical or business managers, or executive officers. You could start up your own business in local and global markets or undertake higher studies by research. 

In the public sector, graduates develop essential services for the community in areas such as telecommunications, networks, energy, transportation, security, defence, health, education, emergency services and environmental protection.

Our graduates have gone onto work for companies such as Telstra, Optus, iiNET, Huawei, DJI, Hikvision, State Grid, Dahua Technology (China), TSMC (Taiwan) and the Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited.

Professional recognition and accreditation

The Master of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) is provisionally accredited by Engineers Australia.

Engineers Australia is the professional body responsible for the accreditation of higher education programs that prepare students to practise as professional engineers.

Engineering programs normally go through two stages of accreditation:

• Provisional accreditation – Engineers Australia evaluates the program content, structure, delivery and assessment methods. On successful evaluation, the new program is awarded provisional accreditation status.
• Full accreditation – Once the program has a cohort of graduates, Engineers Australia re-evaluates it: this time with a view to awarding full accreditation. 

Engineers Australia is a signatory to the Washington Accord. This means that programs with full accreditation are internationally recognised and graduates are able to practice as professional engineers in many countries around the world.