Master of Engineering Technology (Power Systems Engineering)

USQ’s Master of Engineering Technology (Power Systems Engineering) is ideal for engineers or scientists who want to extend their knowledge of power systems engineering.

Through USQ’s Master of Engineering Technology you can decide the path of your study with the option to take a 12 unit coursework studies pathway or undertake 8 units of coursework plus a 4 unit project and research dissertation. Your coursework will develop your research methodology skills and prepare you for a variety of areas relevant to your major including: electricity supply systems, electrical plants and corporations and sustainable development.

USQ's power systems research projects range from solar electricity generation to the modelling of electric motors using advanced computer modelling software.

The research project and dissertation is a stepping stone to further research degrees, such as PhD.

You may also be able to graduate sooner with a Graduate Certificate in Engineering Technology after completing 4 units.

Professional accreditation

The Master of Engineering Technology is not accredited by any professional bodies other than the University of Southern Queensland.

Other majors

Other majors available for the Master of Engineering Technology are: Agricultural, Civil, Computer Systems and Telecommunications, Environmental, Mechanical, Mechatronic, Structural, Technology Management and Transdisciplinary.