Overview

Engineer solutions to the challenges facing our world in climate change, water resources, energy and bushfire management with the Master of Environmental Engineering at Australia’s leading university.* Design sustainable solutions to the world’s environmental problems.

^{* Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027}

Environmental engineering focuses on science and technology to protect our planet and make it a better place to live. Environmental engineers design and build sustainable solutions to tackle problems such as climate change, water scarcity, renewable energy, and bushfire management.

Choose your path

If you have a relevant undergraduate major, you'll be able to complete the masters degree in 2 years.

Once you’ve started studying, you can specialise in ‘Earth Observation’, ‘Energy Systems’ or ‘Water Systems’, or continue without specialising.

Learn from world leading academics

Be guided by world leading academics specialising in energy, hydrology, hydraulics, water resources and waste management. Our experts are working on exploring wave dynamics, removing sludge from wastewater, turning any water into drinking water, and using drones in viniculture.

Industry aligned curriculum

Apply your skills in internships, industry projects, and innovation challenges with industry mentors.

Internationally recognised qualification

Access engineering careers around the world with dual accreditation in the Master of Environmental Engineering.

Guaranteed Commonwealth supported places (CSPs) for Melbourne graduates

Domestic students who have completed a Bachelor degree at the University of Melbourne with a weighted average mark of 65% are guaranteed a CSP in the Master of Environmental Engineering. Find out more about fees and scholarships.