MS in Energy Engineering in Australia

Study Energy Engineering in Australia

Australia is undergoing a major energy transition with massive renewable energy investment — wind, solar, hydrogen, and battery storage. Top universities for MS in Energy Engineering include University of Melbourne, Monash University, University of New South Wales, Australian National University, and University of Queensland.

ANZSCO code 233914 (Renewable Energy Engineer) is on the MLTSSL, supporting permanent residency pathways. The Clean Energy Finance Corporation, ARENA, and companies like AGL, Origin, and Snowy Hydro are major employers. Entry salaries range from AUD $80,000–$120,000.

Key Facts

• Duration: 1.5–2 years
• Intake: February and July
• Tuition: AUD $36,000–$50,000/yr
• PR Pathway: MLTSSL 233914
• Entry salary: AUD $80,000–$120,000

Top Universities

• University of Melbourne — Energy Systems ME
• UNSW Sydney — Renewable Energy Engineering ME
• ANU — Energy Change ME
• Monash University — Energy Systems ME