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Robotic Construction Engineering
Help revolutionise the construction industry with expertise in automation, smart building technologies and artificial intelligence. Develop innovative, sustainable and cost-effective methods, improving efficiency, safety and precision in building processes.
Who is this course for?
The Master of Advanced Robotic Construction Engineering is for you if:
- You have a degree in engineering and are seeking to specialise at the intersection of construction and robotics.
- You have significant experience in construction, civil engineering or robotics and wish to challenge and extend your knowledge and expand your understanding and perspective
- You are interested in furthering your career conducting leading-edge research in construction automation.
The Master of Advanced Robotic Construction Engineering is built on a unique fusion of engineering and construction principles with cutting-edge digital technologies, with the aim of shaping interdisciplinary professionals capable of leading the transformation of the construction sector. The course integrates robotics and automation, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computer vision with structural engineering, materials science and construction processes. You will explore cutting-edge technologies and workflows in construction automation and robotics, gaining practical skills and knowledge.
As part of the course, students also select either an Industry or Research stream, allowing them to further tailor their learning and experience.
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements
Qualifications
A four-year Australian Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent) in a discipline relevant to the specialisation to be studied within the master's course, as approved by the Faculty, with at least high credit (65%) average.
*Telecommunications Engineering will not be offered in Semester 2, 2026.
Find further detail of the relevant undergraduate degree disciplines that align to each of the masters specialisations here.
English requirements
Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Use the course map alongside the Handbook to plan your studies throughout your master’s degree. If you’re unsure about your course progression, contact your course adviser.
Full fee
Fees are subject to change annually.
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2027 are:- Domestic students: A$51,840
- International students: A$59,740
Note: see information on how average fee is calculated.
Fee assistance
As a full fee-paying student, you may be eligible to apply for the optional FEE-HELP to assist you to pay all or part of your tuition fees.
Other costs and fees
For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.
Careers in Robotic Construction Engineering
Robotic Construction Engineers are changing the way we design, build and develop new infrastructure projects. With a Master of Advanced Robotic Construction Engineering, you could:
- Implement new technologies into complex, multidisciplinary projects
- Design new processes and workflows to increase construction efficiency
- Analyse fabrication and construction environments and identify robotic and automated innovations to enhance human safety
- Apply smart logistics principles to supply and distribution models
- Introduce sustainable processes into systems for manufacturing construction components
- Train local operators on the use and maintenance of robotic equipment
- Lead projects to manage and upgrade assets
- Deploy robotics into developing nations to support humanitarian efforts.
What you will learn
- Proficiency in designing, programming, and implementing robotic systems for construction tasks.
- An understanding of the application of AI algorithms for decision-making, optimisation, and adaptive learning in construction processes.
- The ability to develop and apply computer vision techniques for perception, sensing, and interpretation of the construction environment.
- In-depth knowledge of structural engineering principles to ensure robotic construction methods align with safety and stability requirements.
- Experience in creating and managing digital twins to simulate and analyse construction projects in a virtual environment.
- Proficiency in software tools relevant to robotics and automation in construction.
- The ability to work and communicate technical concepts collaboratively with professionals from diverse fields including architecture, civil engineering and technology.
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Got a question?
If you have any queries about the Master of Advanced Engineering, or if you’d like to find out more, please contact us:
Domestic students
Telephone: 1800 MONASH (1800 666 274)
Domestic student enquiry form
International students
Telephone: +61 3 9903 4788
International student enquiry form