Master's Degree Project Management Full Time

Master of Project Management

at University of Wollongong · Wollongong, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

099974E

CRICOS provider code

00102E

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

1.5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$55,656 total

Per year

A$37,104/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Project Management at the University of Wollongong is designed to equip students with the advanced skills and knowledge required for leadership and management roles in complex projects across a range of industries. Throughout this 1.5-year full-time programme, students engage with contemporary project management principles including strategic project planning, risk management, stakeholder engagement, resource allocation and project delivery. The curriculum is tailored to align with recognised frameworks and best practices used by Australian and global organisations.

The course is structured around a series of core and elective units of study, each carrying assigned credit points that contribute to the overall degree requirements. Students may have the opportunity to participate in a capstone project, which involves tackling a real-world business scenario, often in collaboration with industry partners. This hands-on approach enables students to apply theoretical concepts to practical challenges and develop professional networks. Work-integrated learning or professional placements may also be embedded where appropriate, further developing employability and real-world readiness.

Graduates will develop a robust set of skills including advanced planning, organisational leadership, decision-making under uncertainty, budget and time management, and the application of digital tools in project environments. The course is well-suited to those who wish to pursue or advance careers in project management, whether coming from an engineering, IT, construction, health, business or creative background. Australian qualifications at this level are benchmarked on the AQF and widely respected by employers domestically and internationally.

International students are reminded that evidence of English proficiency is required (with IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall as a general guideline). Students also benefit from the work rights provided under an Australian student visa, allowing them to work up to 48 hours per fortnight. Graduates may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream, supporting career opportunities in Australia. To ensure precise admission and course requirements, students should consult the official University of Wollongong and CRICOS websites.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Project Manager in construction, IT, healthcare, engineering, or business
Program Coordinator for government and non-profit organisations
PMO (Project Management Office) Analyst
Consultant in project management services firms
Change Manager in Australian corporates or public sector
Project Scheduler or Planner in resources and infrastructure
Risk and Quality Analyst for project-based organisations

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Project Management at University of Wollongong?

It typically takes 1.5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$55,656 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Project Manager in construction, IT, healthcare, engineering, or businessProgram Coordinator for government and non-profit organisationsPMO (Project Management Office) AnalystConsultant in project management services firmsChange Manager in Australian corporates or public sectorPr...

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