'Conventional water and wastewater treatment is energy-intensive and unsustainable. The water engineering major in our Master of Sustainable Infrastructure equips you with the skills to implement innovative, sustainable solutions - including nature-based solutions, resource recovery, and advanced treatment technologies - to ensure resilient and safe water services for the future.'
Professor Yang Liu Chair of Sustainable Water Technologies
'This course is an opportunity for engineers and allied professionals to upskill and to respond to global challenges of urban growth, climate change and the need for environmental sustainability. You'll gain skills and expertise to advise on real-world industry challenges and create cost-efficient, and environmentally responsible solutions for cities and regions of the future.'
Dr Shamsunnahar Yasmin (Shams) Senior Lecturer in Transport Engineering
'The Master of Sustainable Infrastructure is a unique opportunity for those who have a passion within transport, buildings, water and gas systems to upskill, change career paths, or simply be introduced into the field of sustainable infrastructure.'
David McCarthy Professor in Sustainable Urban Water Management
'At QUT, we will prepare you to be a leader in a key period of industry growth to lead complex, sustainable projects across transport, water and infrastructure. It’s an exciting time leading into the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games as we progress a nine-year pipeline of new infrastructure projects. Gain skills in urban planning, smart transport, water modelling and more to lead projects that will create a meaningful impact on our cities for decades to come.'
Professor Ana Deletic Water engineer and Executive Dean, Faculty of Engineering
'Today's engineers need to build structures and systems that have a very low environmental impact. In this course, you’ll learn to develop safe, efficient, resilient and environmentally sustainable infrastructure solutions for the next generation.’
'Conventional water and wastewater treatment is energy-intensive and unsustainable. The water engineering major in our Master of Sustainable Infrastructure equips you with the skills to implement innovative, sustainable solutions - including nature-based solutions, resource recovery, and advanced treatment technologies - to ensure resilient and safe water services for the future.'
Professor Yang Liu Chair of Sustainable Water Technologies
'This course is an opportunity for engineers and allied professionals to upskill and to respond to global challenges of urban growth, climate change and the need for environmental sustainability. You'll gain skills and expertise to advise on real-world industry challenges and create cost-efficient, and environmentally responsible solutions for cities and regions of the future.'
Dr Shamsunnahar Yasmin (Shams) Senior Lecturer in Transport Engineering
'The Master of Sustainable Infrastructure is a unique opportunity for those who have a passion within transport, buildings, water and gas systems to upskill, change career paths, or simply be introduced into the field of sustainable infrastructure.'
David McCarthy Professor in Sustainable Urban Water Management
'At QUT, we will prepare you to be a leader in a key period of industry growth to lead complex, sustainable projects across transport, water and infrastructure. It’s an exciting time leading into the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games as we progress a nine-year pipeline of new infrastructure projects. Gain skills in urban planning, smart transport, water modelling and more to lead projects that will create a meaningful impact on our cities for decades to come.'
Professor Ana Deletic Water engineer and Executive Dean, Faculty of Engineering
'Today's engineers need to build structures and systems that have a very low environmental impact. In this course, you’ll learn to develop safe, efficient, resilient and environmentally sustainable infrastructure solutions for the next generation.’
'Conventional water and wastewater treatment is energy-intensive and unsustainable. The water engineering major in our Master of Sustainable Infrastructure equips you with the skills to implement innovative, sustainable solutions - including nature-based solutions, resource recovery, and advanced treatment technologies - to ensure resilient and safe water services for the future.'
Professor Yang Liu Chair of Sustainable Water Technologies
'This course is an opportunity for engineers and allied professionals to upskill and to respond to global challenges of urban growth, climate change and the need for environmental sustainability. You'll gain skills and expertise to advise on real-world industry challenges and create cost-efficient, and environmentally responsible solutions for cities and regions of the future.'
Dr Shamsunnahar Yasmin (Shams) Senior Lecturer in Transport Engineering
'The Master of Sustainable Infrastructure is a unique opportunity for those who have a passion within transport, buildings, water and gas systems to upskill, change career paths, or simply be introduced into the field of sustainable infrastructure.'
David McCarthy Professor in Sustainable Urban Water Management
'At QUT, we will prepare you to be a leader in a key period of industry growth to lead complex, sustainable projects across transport, water and infrastructure. It’s an exciting time leading into the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games as we progress a nine-year pipeline of new infrastructure projects. Gain skills in urban planning, smart transport, water modelling and more to lead projects that will create a meaningful impact on our cities for decades to come.'
Professor Ana Deletic Water engineer and Executive Dean, Faculty of Engineering
'Today's engineers need to build structures and systems that have a very low environmental impact. In this course, you’ll learn to develop safe, efficient, resilient and environmentally sustainable infrastructure solutions for the next generation.’
Demand for engineers with skills in sustainable infrastructure will continue to increase with Australia's commitment to invest $120 billion in infrastructure over the next 10 years (Queensland Government, Department of Energy and Public Works).
QUT is offering Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for all domestic students who enrol full-time in this course.
Consult on a real industry challenge working directly with employers such as Energy Queensland, Powerlink, City Councils, Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland Rail, SEQ Waters, Urban Utilities and leading civil engineering and professional services firms.
Learn to forecast impending infrastructure problems and provide smart, cost-effective and environmentally responsible solutions that support a sustainable society.
The 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games has generated a significant pipeline of construction, trade and investment opportunities as well as a growth in sustainable infrastructure demands to support a climate-positive Games (Budget 2023-24: Ministers for the Department of Infrastructure).
Highlights
Demand for engineers with skills in sustainable infrastructure will continue to increase with Australia's commitment to invest $120 billion in infrastructure over the next 10 years (Queensland Government, Department of Energy and Public Works).
Consult on a real industry challenge working directly with employers such as Energy Queensland, Powerlink, City Councils, Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland Rail, SEQ Waters, Urban Utilities and leading civil engineering and professional services firms.
Learn to forecast impending infrastructure problems and provide smart, cost-effective and environmentally responsible solutions that support a sustainable society.
The 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games has generated a significant pipeline of construction, trade and investment opportunities as well as a growth in sustainable infrastructure demands to support a climate-positive Games (Budget 2023-24: Ministers for the Department of Infrastructure).
Why choose this course?
The future of engineering is sustainable. Sustainability specialists are in the top 2 careers predicted to have the highest job growth globally by 2027 (World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, 2023).
Sustainable infrastructure underpins the liveability and productivity of every major city and regional community through effective transport and communications infrastructure, versatile buildings, water and gas systems.
This course provides you with the ability to lead and contribute to complex sustainable infrastructure projects and respond rapidly and effectively to current and emerging local and global challenges, such as impacts of climate change, pollution, and rapid urbanisation on civil infrastructure.
You will consult on real industry challenges with a range of transport, water, and manufacturing employers to develop cost-effective and environmentally responsible infrastructure solutions for future cities. Some of our key partnerships include Energy Queensland, Powerlink, Brisbane City Council, Department of Transport and Main Roads, SEQ Waters and Urban Utilities.
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What to expect
As a graduate of the Master of Sustainable Infrastructure, you will emerge with advanced knowledge and skills in sustainable infrastructure, specialising in one of two areas:
Smart Transport and Mobility
Water Engineering.
The Master of Sustainable Infrastructure is normally completed in 1.5 years of full-time study. To be eligible, you must have a recognised four-year bachelors degree: Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil).
Careers and outcomes
Careers and outcomes
This course enable you to work in a range of government departments and industries, including federal, state and local authorities, agencies and urban utilities as well as engineering consulting companies, construction companies, infrastructure management, and emergency services.
Possible careers
Civil engineer
Logistics analyst
Supply chain manager
Transport engineer
Transport engineering specialist
Water engineer
Details and units
Requirements
Course code
EN51
CRICOS code
113911K
Delivery
Gardens Point
Delivery
Gardens Point
Duration
1.5 years full-time
3 years part-time
Duration
1.5 years full-time
Entry
February and July
Entry
February and July
Entry requirements
Smart Transport and Mobility major
You must have:
A recognised completed four-year full-time (or equivalent) bachelor degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or
A recognised completed three-year full-time (or equivalent) bachelor degree in a relevant discipline plus at least 2.00 years full-time (or equivalent) of professional experience in transport engineering.
Smart Transport and Mobility major relevant disciplines
civil engineering
electrical engineering
environmental engineering
environmental science
mathematics
mechanical engineering
physics
transport engineering
urban and regional planning.
Water Engineering major
You must have:
A recognised completed four-year full-time (or equivalent) bachelor degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or
A recognised completed three-year full-time (or equivalent) bachelor degree in a relevant discipline plus at least 2.00 years full-time (or equivalent) of professional experience in water engineering or modelling.
Water Engineering major relevant disciplines
biological science
chemical engineering
chemistry
civil engineering
environmental engineering
environmental science
hydrology
mathematics
mechanical engineering
municipal engineering
physics
process engineering
urban and regional planning.
Minimum academic requirements
Entry requirements
Smart Transport and Mobility major
You must have:
A recognised completed four-year full-time (or equivalent) bachelor degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or
A recognised completed three-year full-time (or equivalent) bachelor degree in a relevant discipline plus at least 2.00 years full-time (or equivalent) of professional experience in transport engineering.
Smart Transport and Mobility major relevant disciplines
civil engineering
electrical engineering
environmental engineering
environmental science
mathematics
mechanical engineering
physics
transport engineering
urban and regional planning.
Water Engineering major
You must have:
A recognised completed four-year full-time (or equivalent) bachelor degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or
A recognised completed three-year full-time (or equivalent) bachelor degree in a relevant discipline plus at least 2.00 years full-time (or equivalent) of professional experience in water engineering or modelling.
Water Engineering major relevant disciplines
biological science
chemical engineering
chemistry
civil engineering
environmental engineering
environmental science
hydrology
mathematics
mechanical engineering
municipal engineering
physics
process engineering
urban and regional planning.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
Please select a country
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
English Test
IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake
Overall
6.5
Listening
6
Reading
6
Writing
6
Speaking
6
Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website.
Overall
176
Listening
169
Reading
169
Writing
169
Speaking
169
PTE Academic
Overall
58
Listening
50
Reading
50
Writing
50
Speaking
50
TOEFL iBT
Overall
79
Listening
16
Reading
16
Writing
21
Speaking
18
English Test
Overall
Listening
Reading
Writing
Speaking
IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake
6.5
6
6
6
6
Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website.
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