Master Of Engineering In Fire Engineering

University of Canterbury

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Qualification

16 Months

Course duration

1/31/2026

Start Date

US$28632

Fee

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Fire engineers specialise in the application of science and engineering principles to protect people and their environment from destructive fire. The Master of Engineering in Fire Engineering is open to graduates from relevant branches of engineering and covers all aspects of fire safety in buildings and other structures, human safety and risk assessment. Some courses are offered in blocks and online learning software allows for flexible programmes of study. Students also complete a thesis or project. How do I plan my degree? The MEFE is made up of six courses and a thesis. In the first half of the degree, students take block courses in areas such as fire dynamics and fire safety and systems. Online learning software is used to allow flexible study. At least two courses each year are offered through a combination of guided self-study and intensive block courses. The second half of the degree requires a thesis or project. Further study A Doctor of Philosophy in Fire Engineering is also available. Career opportunities Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits eg, specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, possible into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline. Start date: Monthly by arrangement with supervisor

For international students

You will normally need to have completed one of the following: Bachelor of Engineering with Honours with First or Second Class Honours Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering with a GPA of 5 or more Bachelor of Science with Honours in appropriate subjects. You must have completed both the academic and non-academic requirements of your prerequisite degree. This includes practical work days, work reports, a workshop training course, and a first aid certificate. The programme of study must be approved. Applicants must also satisfy our English language entry requirements: IELTS (Academic): An average score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. TOEFL (IBT): Total minimum score of 90, minimum score of 19 in reading, writing, and listening. PTE (Pearson Test of English - Academic): PTE with an overall score of 58 and no PTE communicative skills score below 50. Applications for admission are considered twice each year (June and December) for studies commencing in February of the following year. Numbers are limited each year. Applications received during the year will be considered in the next application round. It is recommended that international students apply by June.

16 Months - Online

Fee

NZ$48,000.00 (US$ 28,632) per yearNZ $90,000 per 225 points (NZ $48,000 per 120 points) Please check with institution

Start Date

1/31/2026

NZ SFPE Fire Engineering Scholarship

Value of scholarship

Financial assistance at a value of NZ $5,000

How to applay

Applications for the awards are to be made online at the Scholarships website by 30 November in the year preceding the year in which the research shall be done.

Requierments

The New Zealand Chapter of the Society of Fire Protection Engineers established the Scholarship in 2007. The purpose is to support a student enrolled in the Master of Engineering in Fire Engineering programme at the University of Canterbury, to undertake fundamental research into fire safety and fire science. Applicable Enrolment During Tenure: Applicable to a full-time student enrolled in a Master of Engineering in Fire Engineering. Tenure: One year

Who can applay

All international

Arup Fire Engineering Scholarship

Value of scholarship

NZ$4,000.00 (US$ 2,467) total value

How to applay

Applicants can apply online. Closing Date: 5:00 pm (NZT) 30 November (Applications open approximately 8 weeks before this date)

Requierments

This scholarship supports Master's students in Fire Engineering at the University of Canterbury. It was established by Arup, an international design, planning, engineering and management consulting firm with a long history of fire safety engineering as part of its broad multi-disciplinary approach to design of buildings and infrastructure. Applicable Enrolment During Tenure: Must be enrolled full-time at the University of Canterbury in a programme for either a Master of Engineering in Fire Engineering (MEFE), or a Master of Engineering Studies in Fire Engineering (MEngSt(Fire)) degree Tenure: One year Tenure: One year

About

Founded over 140 years ago, the University of Canterbury (UC) is a prestigious institution based in Christchurch, New Zealand, that is ranked among the world’s top 250 universities. UC is in the world’s top 1% of universities and boasts graduates who have a real impact on the world we live in - including actor Sam Neil and Google’s Engineering Director, Craig Nevill-Manning.
Lecturers and professors at the institution are leaders in their fields and take real pride in providing not only the best possible education for their students, but also conducting effective research that addresses some of the biggest issues facing our society. This is reinforced by the fact that the institution has been awarded with a 5-star ranking for research and teaching by the QS World University Rankings.
Students will find everything they need on campus, including four different libraries, a state-of-the-art fitness facility called the RecCentre, art galleries and a number of different bars and restaurants.
There is a vast student support network at UC, with a dedicated Student Care team that help with both personal and study issues. There is also a student mentoring programme, English language support and a vast orientation programme for international students in their first week. There are also over 130 student clubs and societies to get involved in.
A large number of the courses on offer at UC provide hands-on experience, such as internships and work experience opportunities, so that students can have a smooth transition into the world of work.
Based on New Zealand’s beautiful South Island, there is lots for students to do outside of lectures. From surfing to skiing, the diverse landscape that surrounds the city of Christchurch provides unique sporting and cultural opportunities for international students.

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