University
University of CanterburyMaster of Fire Engineering Studies
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Master's Degree
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
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.
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.
- ENFE601 Structural Fire Engineering
- ENFE602 Fire Dynamics
- ENFE603 Fire Safety Systems
- ENFE605 Fire Safety Engineering Design
- ENFE610 Advanced Fire Dynamics
- ENFE615 Human Behaviour in Fires
- One 400 or 600-level Civil Engineering course
Entry criteria
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.
Depending on your study background, you may be required to complete an additional preparatory course in January before starting the MFireEngSt from February.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Fire Engineering Studies or use the admission requirements checker.
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