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Masters in Computer Engineering in Australia
Computer Engineering sits between electrical engineering and computer science: digital design, computer architecture, embedded systems and the hardware–software interface. Here is how studying it in Australia works for Indian students — universities and costs in rupees, eligibility, careers and work rights.
- University shortlist
- ₹25–45 lakh per year
- Intakes: February (Semester 1)
- Post-study work
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Quick answer
Masters in Computer Engineering in Australia: what does it cost and is it worth it?
A master's in Computer Engineering in Australia usually takes 1.5–2 years (coursework). Tuition is ≈ AUD 30,000 – 55,000 per year. After graduating: subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD).
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Masters in Computer Engineering in Australia at a glance
- Duration
- 1.5–2 years (coursework)
- Tuition (international)
- ≈ AUD 30,000 – 55,000 per year
- Living costs
- Living-cost evidence at the current Home Affairs rate, plus OSHC health cover
- Typical budget
- ₹25–45 lakh per year
- Intakes
- February (Semester 1), July (Semester 2), some November
- English tests
- IELTS, PTE or TOEFL (Duolingo not accepted for the visa)
- GRE / GMAT
- GRE is almost never required for coursework master's programs
- Post-study work
- Subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD)
Overview
Why study Computer Engineering in Australia?
Computer Engineering sits between electrical engineering and computer science: digital design, computer architecture, embedded systems and the hardware–software interface.
Australia offers post-study work visa of 2–3 years, two main intakes (February and July) and strong demand in healthcare, engineering, IT and accounting.
Universities
Universities to consider in Australia
Universities we cover in Australia, lowest cost first — check each for a Computer Engineering program.
Specialisations
Popular Computer Engineering specialisations
Embedded Systems
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Australia.
Computer Architecture
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Australia.
IoT & Edge Computing
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Australia.
Hardware Security
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Australia.
Eligibility
Entry requirements
Usual expectations — each university sets its own minimums.
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- Bachelor's: B.Tech in Electronics & Instrumentation
- Prerequisite: Digital logic
- Prerequisite: Microprocessors
- Prerequisite: C programming
- Prerequisite: Circuits
- English: IELTS, PTE or TOEFL (Duolingo not accepted for the visa)
- GRE/GMAT: GRE is almost never required for coursework master's programs
Careers
Careers after Computer Engineering in Australia
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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It can be, if cost, university and career plan line up. Australia offers post-study work visa of 2–3 years. Typical roles afterwards include Embedded Software Engineer, ASIC / FPGA Design Engineer and Firmware Engineer.
Many universities in Australia offer it; we shortlist based on your profile and budget.
Plan for ₹25–45 lakh per year.
Most universities accept b.Tech/BE in ECE, EEE or CSE and b.Tech in Electronics & Instrumentation, with digital logic, microprocessors, c programming and circuits, plus IELTS, PTE or TOEFL (Duolingo not accepted for the visa).
Subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD). During your studies: 48 hours per fortnight during study periods.
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