MEngPrac - Electronics as a main subject
Main Subject
Please note: New students can enrol in Electronics as a postgraduate subject only.
Gain specialist skills and knowledge in electronics, materials and processing and mechanical engineering with an internationally relevant Master of Engineering Practice.
Science graduates with electronics skills are sought after by many industries that use or manufacture electronic equipment. New Zealand’s electronics manufacturing industry is one of the fastest-growing industries in the country. Our companies are targeting niche markets, such as telecommunications, and exporting their products all over the world.
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Key information
| Years: | 1 - 1.5 |
|---|---|
| Points: | 180 |
| Start Dates: | Trimester A (March) | Trimester B (July) |
| Estimated Fees* (Domestic): | $9,039 per year (120 points) |
| Estimated Fees* (International): | $60,850 (180 points) |
| Entry Requirements: | Postgraduate International |
| Area of Study: | |
| *Tuition fees shown are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information. You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees. | |
Career opportunities
- Design Engineer
- Electronic Engineer
- Electronic Technician
- Information Systems Engineer
- Mechatronic Designer
- Embedded Programmer
Degree Planner
Degree planner — Master of Engineering Practice - Electronics
MEngPrac
Management Papers
30 points (see footnotes)
Advanced Technical
Papers 60 points (see footnotes)
- Papers
- Compulsory
- Project
Papers
Papers available within Electronics
Prescriptions for the MEngPrac
Students completing a Master of Engineering Practice are required to take a research project and a selection of papers. To complete a MEngPrac in Electronics, students must complete 180 points at 500 level, including ENGEE506, 30 points from EXMBM511, EXMBM512, EXMBM513, EXMBM514, EXMBM521, EXMBM522, EXMBM523, EXMBM524, EXMBM532 and EXMBM533, 60 points from ENGEE516, ENGEE532, ENGEE585, ENGEN583, ENGEN584, ENGEN585, ENGEN586, ENGEN587, ENGEN588, ENGME557 and ENGME585, as well as 60 points from ENGEN508.
500 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Points | Occurrence / Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGEE506 | Electronics Systems Analysis | 30.0 | 23A (Hamilton) |
| This paper uses the approach of problem based learning for the analysis of common electronics circuits and their applications. | |||
| ENGEE536 | Power Electronics | 15.0 | 23B (Hamilton) |
| This paper covers theory, design, applications and the systems approach in power electronics. Subjects include power semiconductors, power converters, energy storage devices, DC power management, AC power conditioning and surge protection. | |||
| ENGEE591 | Dissertation | 30.0 | 23X (Hamilton) |
| A report on the findings of a theoretical or empirical investigation. | |||
| ENGEE592 | Dissertation | 60.0 | 23X (Hamilton) |
| A report on the findings of a theoretical or empirical investigation. | |||
| ENGEE593 | Electronics Thesis | 90.0 | 23X (Hamilton) |
| An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research. | |||
| ENGEE594 | Electronics Thesis | 120.0 | 23X (Hamilton) |
| An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research. | |||
| ENGEE595 | Electronics Thesis | 150.0 | 23X (Hamilton) |
| An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research. | |||
| ENGEN508 | Master's Capstone Project | 60.0 | 23X (Hamilton) |
| This paper requires students to carry out a theoretical or empirical investigation in a relevant subject/engineering discipline and write a report on the findings of the investigation. | |||
| ENGME580 | Product Innovation and Development | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton) |
| ENGME580 teaches students the innovation and product development process; levels of innovation, how to screen ideas, Intellectual Property and how to develop a Business Plan. Students will be required to start with a basic product brief, produce a product idea, design and develop a prototype and 'pitch' it to 'investors'. | |||
Scholarships and prizes
Selected scholarships for Electronics students.
New to Waikato? The International Excellence Scholarship is worth up to $10,000.
Freemasons Postgraduate Scholarship Not currently accepting applications
For students who, in the year following application, will be enrolled full-time in Postgraduate Diploma, Masters degree or Doctoral degree.The scholarship will have a value of $10,000.
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