Master of Fire Engineering Studies
- Degree Structure - Duration
- 1 year full-time
120
Overview
Master of Fire Engineering Studies
Introduction
The Master of Fire Engineering Studies (MFireEngSt) explores testing and designing high-performance structures with sustainable and fire-durable materials.
This taught-master's degree is designed for Science and Engineering graduates that want to focus their career on designing fire control and smoke safety in buildings - including detectors, ventilation, heat transfer and release, and suppression and extinguishing systems.
See also the Master of Engineering in Fire Engineering for a research-focused degree.
Master of Fire Engineering Studies
What will my study involve?
- Learn the science behind flammable materials and fire control systems as well as human behaviour in fire disasters, with a focus on practical experiences and performance-based safety design.
- Block courses with practical and teaching days spent on campus to accommodate working professionals.
- Final group project in collaboration with an industry mentor.
Master of Fire Engineering Studies
Entry requirements
You will need to have previously complete either a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours, a Bachelor of Science with Honours, a Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering (with at least a GPA of 5.0), or equivalent degree study to enrol.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Fire Engineering Studies or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Master of Fire Engineering Studies
Master of Fire Engineering Studies
Master of Fire Engineering Studies
Career opportunities
Your practical experiences in this degree will prepare you to meet industry demand and work within regulations and procedures for fire safety and engineering.
Work alongside insurance companies, construction, emergency services, and research institutions.
Career pathways could include:
- fire safety and prevention
- architectural design
- risk assessment
- civil and structural engineering.
Useful information:
- Read what other UC postgraduate students have gone on to achieve in their studies and careers in our student stories.
- Te Rōpū Rapuara | UC Careers can help you to achieve the career you want, connect with employers, or find a job.
- For research into career destinations by qualification, visit Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand website.
- Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.
- Come along to an upcoming information event for prospective postgraduate students.
2024 tuition fees estimate (per 120 points):
- Domestic — $9,572
- International — $48,000
SSL estimate (per 120 points):
- 2024 — $1,100.40
Master of Fire Engineering Studies
How do I plan my degree?
The MFireEngSt is made up of 120 points of compulsory courses plus one elective.
Courses are taught in 'block mode' - three days of activities at a time on campus including lectures, field trips, practical lab work, and demonstrations, twice each semester.
You can complete the degree within 1-2 years full-time, or part-time up to 5 years.
For the full requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Fire Engineering Studies.
