Send me a PDF copyEngineering with a sustainability lens
'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.'
Professor and Chair in Sustainable Urban Water Management
Build sustainable cities
'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.'
Water engineer and Executive Dean, Faculty of Engineering
Learn from transport engineers
'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.’
Engineering with a sustainability lens
'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.'
Professor and Chair in Sustainable Urban Water Management
Build sustainable cities
'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.'
Water engineer and Executive Dean, Faculty of Engineering
Learn from transport engineers
'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.’
Highlights
- Australia's commitment to invest $120 billion into the infrastructure pipeline over the next 10 years will only increase demand for engineers with strong skills in sustainable infrastructure (Budget 2023-24: Ministers for the Department of Infrastructure).
- QUT is offering Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for all domestic students who enrol full-time in this course.
- Work as a consultant on a real industry challenge 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 servcies 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 will trigger a 10-year pipeline of construction, trade and investment opportunities as well as a growth in sustainable infrastructure demands to support a climate-positive games.
Highlights
- Australia's commitment to invest $120 billion into the infrastructure pipeline over the next 10 years will only increase demand for engineers with strong skills in sustainable infrastructure (Budget 2023-24: Ministers for the Department of Infrastructure).
- Work as a consultant on a real industry challenge 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 servcies 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 will trigger a 10-year pipeline of construction, trade and investment opportunities as well as a growth in sustainable infrastructure demands to support a climate-positive games.
Why choose this course?
The future of engineering is sustainable. Sustainability engineering is among the top 25 emerging occupations in Australia, and sustainability principles and practices are quickly becoming embedded in all phases of engineering projects (Queensland State Government, Department of Energy and Public Works).
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.
Explore this course
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
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
- Course code
- EN51
- CRICOS code
- 113911K
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- Gardens Point
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- Gardens Point
- 1.5 years full-time
- 3 years part-time
- 1.5 years full-time
- February and July
- 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.
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 | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic / IELTS One Skills Retake | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
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Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
| PTE Academic | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| TOEFL iBT / Paper | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: CSP $9,400 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2025 fees
2025: $45,200 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: CSP $9,000 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $39,600 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
QUT Real World International Scholarship
A scholarship to cover tuition fees, with eligibility based on your prior academic achievements.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
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Speak with our Engineering Postgraduate Coordinator to hear about how you can take the next steps in your engineering career. Complete the form below to request a call back or contact our Postgraduate Engineering Coordinator on 07 3138 2612.
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