Bunbury,
WA,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Engineering - Mechanical and Mechatronics in Joondalup Australia | Edith Cowan University
Edith Cowan University
|
Joondalup Australia
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
40,400
(c. USD28,763.63)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
ECU's mechanical and mechatronic engineering research initiatives explore various themes through experimental and simulation-based approaches.
Key focus areas encompass automotive systems, energy solutions, manufacturing automation, material performance analysis, sustainable energy technologies, robotic systems, and thermofluid dynamics. The Engineering School provides extensive research infrastructure, featuring: State-of-the-art labs (robotics, materials analysis, mechanical evaluation, energy systems, motorsports facilities); Advanced manufacturing capabilities (CNC equipment, additive manufacturing); Fluid dynamics measurement tools (multi-channel anemometry, flow visualization, laser diagnostics, thermal imaging); Engine performance testing equipment; Specialized software (computational fluid dynamics, design simulation, image analysis, optimization algorithms); and Custom experimental configurations (biomass combustion systems, specialized nozzles, engine prototypes, robotic platforms). Postgraduate research opportunities may additionally utilize Perth's high-performance computing resources and foster partnerships with global and industrial collaborators. Prospective research candidates should demonstrate substantial research experience through peer-reviewed publications, academic/industry research positions, or equivalent evidence of research capability.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.
All applicants are required to have the equivalent of 6 months full time research (which must involve a research output which includes the conception and design of the project, and analysis and interpretation of findings) if applying with a Masters qualification other than a Master by Research.
Applicants seeking online study will be required to provide additional information to support their application, as not all projects nor disciplines are suited to online study.
Special entry may be considered for applications to the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) who will be required to attend an audition and/or interview.
For more information, including guidelines for specific disciplines, please see our Interviews, folios and auditions web page.
Academic admission requirements (Band 11) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
Masters Degree (Research), or
Bachelor Honours Degree (First or Upper Second class), or
Demonstrated capacity to undertake original PhD-level research.
It is desirable that all applicants do not contact potential supervisors before applying. Applicants will be matched with a suitable supervisor if successful in gaining course admission.
IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0),
TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition - Minimum score of 84, with no individual score less than 17.
TOEFL paper-based test (PBT) - Minimum score of 573, including Test of Written English of 5.0 or better.
All applicants are required to have the equivalent of 6 months full time research (which must involve a research output which includes the conception and design of the project, and analysis and interpretation of findings) if applying with a Masters qualification other than a Master by Research.
Applicants seeking online study will be required to provide additional information to support their application, as not all projects nor disciplines are suited to online study.
Special entry may be considered for applications to the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) who will be required to attend an audition and/or interview.
For more information, including guidelines for specific disciplines, please see our Interviews, folios and auditions web page.
Academic admission requirements (Band 11) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
Masters Degree (Research), or
Bachelor Honours Degree (First or Upper Second class), or
Demonstrated capacity to undertake original PhD-level research.
It is desirable that all applicants do not contact potential supervisors before applying. Applicants will be matched with a suitable supervisor if successful in gaining course admission.
IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0),
TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition - Minimum score of 84, with no individual score less than 17.
TOEFL paper-based test (PBT) - Minimum score of 573, including Test of Written English of 5.0 or better.
Tuition
AUD
40,400