What are the benefits of postgraduate study?
A postgraduate degree can help you to:
- increase your salary or employment prospects
- upgrade your knowledge
- specialise in a skilled area
- meet professional requirements
- change your career path.
Explore our postgrad science and engineering degrees
Master of Cyber Security
In this course you will learn advanced theoretical and practical aspects of cyber security from industry professionals and undertake real-world projects. You will graduate with specialised abilities in cyber security to be able to meet the demand for cyber experts in a range of industries.
Master of Artificial Intelligence
This course gives you access to the latest deep learning models and tools to solve complex AI problems. You’ll learn through practical tasks and will understand how to develop AI solutions that are ethical and responsible. There are also opportunities to undertake projects that solve challenges specific to your organisation.
Master of Predictive Analytics
Learn advanced skills in data management, data mining, decision methods, predictive analytics and visualisation, to predict future trends and events, and drive better business decisions.
Master of Engineering Management
If you’re already working in engineering and construction, this course will teach you to lead teams of engineering specialists. You’ll develop your strategic, leadership and project management skills, and learn sustainable procurement and investment approaches.
Master of Professional Engineering
Looking for a career change? This course has several engineering majors to choose from, including mechanical, metallurgical, mining, and petroleum engineering. When you graduate, you will be qualified to work as a professional engineer in your chosen field.
Graduate Diploma in Mining
Interested in becoming an underground or quarry mining manager? This course is designed for those outside the mining discipline, as well as for those already in the mining industry who wish to up-skill and/or develop specialist knowledge of mining engineering.
Professional recognition
Many of our courses are recognised by respected professional accreditation bodies, that allow you to gain accreditation when you graduate.
Master of Science
(Food Science and Technology)
Graduates are eligible to apply for membership to the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology.
Master of Science
(Actuarial and Financial Science)
This course is professionally accredited by the Actuaries Institute.
Master of Professional Engineering
Graduates meet the Stage 1 competencies for professional engineer status.
Master of Geospatial Intelligence
Graduates may be eligible for full membership of the Surveying and Spatial Sciences Institute.
What do our postgraduate courses offer?
Industry-backed content
Collaborate with others as you work on real industry projects and potentially world-changing discoveries. You could take advantage of our strong partnerships with BHP, Cisco, CSIRO, Lockheed Martin, NASA and others to build your skills, experience and professional networks.
2nd in the world for Mineral and Mining Engineering
Curtin has maintained the rank of second in the world for Mineral and Mining Engineering in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021.
Recognition for work experience
If you have prior learning or work experience that matches our degree requirements, you may be eligible for Credit for recognised learning and could complete your course sooner.
Hear from our students
I chose Curtin because of the reputation of WASM and the professional and applied approach of the course. Responsible mining and sustainability were important aspects, and we had great input from industry professionals who could share the challenges and innovation techniques in drilling and blasting.
