Program Requirements
The Master of Engineering in Photonics requires the completion of 96 units, which must consist of:
78 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:
ENGN6250 Professional Practice 1
ENGN6512 Optical Physics
ENGN6513 Fibre Optics Communication Systems
ENGN6613 Photonic Sensing Systems
ENGN8100 Introduction to Systems Engineering
ENGN8120 Systems Modelling
ENGN8260 Professional Practice 2
PHYS8014 Photonics in Biotechnology and Nanotechnology
PHYS8015 Photonics Laboratory
PHYS8016 Photonics Advanced Topics
PHYS8017 Integrated Optics and Optoelectronics
PHYS8170 Research Project in Photonics
A minimum of 6 units from completion of courses from the following list:
ENGN6334 Semiconductors
ENGN6524 Photovoltaic Technologies
ENGN6626 Digital Communications
PHYS3035 Fourier Systems and Optics
A maximum of 12 units from completion of elective courses offered by ANU
Study Options
| Year 1 | ENGN8100 Introduction to Systems Engineering 6 units | ENGN6250 Professional Practice 1 6 units | ENGN6513 Fibre Optics Communication Systems 6 units | ENGN6512 Optical Physics 6 units |
| ENGN8120 Systems Modelling 6 units | ENGN6613 Photonic Sensing Systems 6 units | Recommended technical elective 6 units | ||
| Year 2 48 units | PHYS8015 Photonics Laboratory 6 units | PHYS8014 Photonics in Biotechnology and Nanotechnology 6 units | PHYS8170 Research Project in Photonics 6 to 12 units | PHYS8170 Research Project in Photonics 6 to 12 units |
| PHYS8016 Photonics Advanced Topics 6 units | PHYS8017 Optoelectronics and Integrated Optics 6 units | University Elective 6 units 6 units | University Elective course 6 units |
Admission Requirements
A Bachelor degree or international equivalent in a cognate discipline with a minimum GPA of 5/7
All applicants must meet the University's English Language Admission Requirements for Students
Cognate disciplines
Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Optoelectronic Engineering, Physics
Indicative fees
- Annual indicative fee for domestic students
- $29,280.00
For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees
- Annual indicative fee for international students
- $39,024.00
For further information on International Tuition Fees see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments/international-tuition-fees
Scholarships
ANU offers a wide range of scholarships to students to assist with the cost of their studies.
Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are. Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.
For further information see the Scholarships website.
This two-year master qualification provides students with specialized knowledge and professional engineering skills to prepare them for a career in the rapidly-growing field of photonics and optoelectronics. Photonics professionals work across a wide range of industries including research and development, telecommunications, sensing and remote detection and biomedical diagnostics. This program builds on ANU’s interdisciplinary engineering focus and research expertise to give students the required skills to address complex multi-disciplinary problems, while at the same time providing advanced technical knowledge in photonics.
The program includes specialized courses in optical physics, fibre optic communications, optical sensing, biophotonics, optical instrumentation for astronomy, and photovoltaics. Students also have the opportunity to select electives from across the University.
Career Options
Graduates from ANU have been rated as Australia's most employable graduates and among the most sought after by employers worldwide.
The latest Global Employability University Ranking, published by the Times Higher Education, rated ANU as Australia's top university for getting a job for the fourth year in a row.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Professionally apply systematic engineering methods to address complex, multi-disciplinary real-world engineering problems related to photonic and optoelectronic systems.
- Proficiently apply advanced, integrated technical knowledge in photonics and the underpinning sciences and scientific methods.
- Identify and critically evaluate current developments and emerging trends within the photonics sector.
- Understand the contextual factors that influence professional engineering practice, and identify the potential societal, ethical, and environmental impact of engineering activities.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues, other engineering professionals and the broader community employing a range of communication tools.
- Engage in independent investigation, critical reflection and lifelong learning to continue to practice at the forefront of the discipline.
- Work effectively and proactively within cross-cultural, multi-disciplinary teams, demonstrating autonomy, ethical conduct, expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility to achieve engineering outcomes at a high standard.
