Master of Engineering Management and Master of Engineering Technology Major Renewable power

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

Queensland University of Technology

Program Overview

QUT’s Master of Engineering Management and Master of Engineering Technology, with a major in Renewable Power, combines advanced engineering knowledge with practical management skills for the rapidly changing energy sector. It is a good fit for engineers who want to develop expertise in renewable power, energy storage, microgrids and energy systems while preparing for leadership and project-based roles.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1: Students develop their engineering management knowledge while building specialised skills in renewable power. They explore areas such as energy storage, microgrid design and energy policy, gaining an understanding of how modern renewable power systems are designed, managed and integrated.

Year 2: Students put their technical and management skills into practice through an industry project and a supervised research project. The industry project focuses on solving an advanced engineering problem, while the research project allows students to investigate a relevant engineering challenge and present their findings.

Focus Areas

Renewable power, energy storage, microgrid design, energy policy, power-system forecasting, renewable energy systems, engineering projects, energy-system design, sustainability, climate risk, carbon-neutral strategies, engineering management and technical leadership.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates develop the ability to analyse renewable power challenges, design and evaluate energy solutions, work with energy storage and microgrid technologies, understand energy policies, manage engineering projects, conduct research and develop practical solutions to complex engineering problems.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

The program is particularly relevant for engineers with backgrounds in electrical, mechanical, mechatronic, renewable power, aerospace, computer or software systems engineering. Graduates can pursue opportunities with electricity network operators, energy providers, renewable energy developers and engineering consulting companies.

Reputation (Employability Rankings)

QUT places a strong emphasis on practical and industry-focused engineering education. Through industry projects, research experience and exposure to renewable power technologies, students develop skills that can support careers in the growing energy and engineering sectors.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

QUT’s Renewable Power major gives students the opportunity to turn engineering theory into practical solutions for the energy sector. Students work on industry-focused problems, complete supervised research and gain exposure to facilities and infrastructure used for renewable energy and power-system research.

Students gain practical experience through:

Industry project: Students work on an advanced engineering problem and develop a practical solution using their renewable power and engineering management knowledge.
Supervised research project: Students complete a two-semester research project, allowing them to investigate a real engineering challenge and develop independent research skills.
Banyo Pilot Plant Precinct: This specialised QUT facility supports large-scale power-grid testing, solar applications and high-voltage and high-current testing.
Renewable power technologies: Students develop knowledge related to energy storage, microgrid design, renewable power systems and energy-system forecasting.
Solar infrastructure: QUT operates solar photovoltaic arrays across its campuses and at the Banyo Pilot Plant Precinct, giving students exposure to real renewable energy generation.
Industry connections: QUT's renewable energy activities involve industry organisations such as Energy Queensland and Powerlink, helping connect learning and research with practical energy-sector challenges.
Engineering research facilities: The Banyo facility includes specialised laboratories, workshops and large-scale engineering infrastructure that support electrical testing and postgraduate research.
Collaborative project work: The industry project gives students experience developing engineering solutions while working within professional and industry-focused requirements.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of QUT’s Master of Engineering Management and Master of Engineering Technology, with a major in Renewable Power, develop a strong combination of technical engineering knowledge and management skills. This can prepare them for careers across electricity networks, renewable energy companies, engineering consultancies, energy providers and other organisations working on the transition to cleaner energy.

Typical career options include Power Engineer, Electrical Power Engineer, Renewable Energy Engineer, and Energy Consultant. Graduates can also explore roles with electricity network operators, energy providers, renewable energy developers and engineering consulting companies.

Students can build their professional future through:

Industry project: Students work on an advanced engineering problem and develop a practical solution, giving them experience that can be applied directly in professional settings.
Research experience: A supervised research project completed over two semesters helps students investigate an engineering challenge, manage their research and communicate their findings.
Industry partnerships: QUT’s renewable energy activities involve organisations such as Energy Queensland and Powerlink, with work covering renewable energy systems, energy storage, energy efficiency and climate-related challenges.
Employment opportunities: QUT highlights strong future demand for renewable energy professionals as Queensland expands its renewable energy infrastructure.
Salary indication: QUT reports a $118,000 median salary for its broader renewable energy course area. This figure is not a guaranteed salary for graduates of this specific program.
Two master's qualifications: Students graduate with both a Master of Engineering Management and a Master of Engineering Technology, giving them a valuable combination of technical and management expertise.
Career progression: The blend of renewable power knowledge and management skills can support progression into senior engineering, project management and technical leadership positions.

Further Academic Progression: After completing the double master's degree, students interested in research can consider a PhD or other doctoral-level study in areas such as renewable power, electrical engineering, energy systems, sustainability or engineering management. The supervised research component of the program provides useful experience for students who want to continue into research or academic careers.