There is scarcely an aspect of modern life that is not dependent on electrical energy. Electrical engineering skills and knowledge are critical in a wide range of industries ranging from power, oil and gas, water utilities, process plants, mining, manufacturing, and defense.

EIT’s School of Electrical Engineering will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to address the demands of the modern power industry.

Key subjects in EIT's School of Electrical Engineering include power generation, transmission and distribution, renewable energy, automation, rotating machinery, power electronics, earthing and safety regulations, electrical documentation and drawings, AC and DC machines, circuit breakers, transformers, energy efficiency, power systems protection, DC and AC emergency power supplies, electrical wiring regulations, high voltage supplies, and power quality.

Why Electrical Engineering?

We discuss how to become an electrical engineer and why here.

On-Campus – Doctor of Engineering


Graduates of the Doctor of Engineering (DEng) will be able to make original and significant contributions to the development, application, and evaluation of professional knowledge. Learn more


Location
  • Perth
  • Melbourne
Delivery Mode
  • On-Campus
Duration
  • 36 Months
Course Type
  • Doctor of Engineering
Intake Dates
27 July 2026

On-Campus Master of Engineering – Applied Research (Electrical Systems)


Advance your engineering expertise with this two-year postgraduate program, combining cutting-edge research skills and practical problem-solving to tackle real-world challenges in modern electrical engineering. Learn more


Location
  • Brisbane
  • Perth
  • Melbourne
Delivery Mode
  • On-Campus
  • Masters
  • On-Campus Electrical Engineering
Duration
  • 24 Months
Course Type
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Masters
Intake Dates
7 September 2026

Professional Certificate of Competency in Battery Energy Storage and Applications


Through a scientific and practical approach, the Battery Energy Storage and Applications course introduces the fundamental principles of electrochemical energy storage in batteries and highlights the current and future scenarios where batteries are used for energy storage. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Renewable Energy
  • Electrical Engineering
Duration
  • 3 Months
Course Type
  • Professional Certificate
  • Electrical Engineering
  • UK
Intake Dates
8 September 2026

Professional Certificate of Competency in Circuit Breakers, Switchgear and Power Transformers


Designed for engineers and technicians who need practical knowledge regarding the application, installation, maintenance, and testing issues relating to low, medium, and high voltage switchgear, circuit breakers, and transformers. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Electrical Engineering
Duration
  • 3 Months
Course Type
  • Professional Certificate
  • UK
  • Electrical Engineering
Intake Dates
13 October 2026

Professional Certificate of Competency in Electrical Power System Fundamentals for Non Electrical Engineers


Designed for engineers and technicians who need to understand the basics of electrical engineering, the fundamentals of electrical design, and how to integrate electrical engineering knowledge into the other disciplines within a corporation. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Electrical Engineering
Duration
  • 3 Months
Course Type
  • Professional Certificate
  • UK
  • Industrial Automation, Instrumentation and Process Control
  • Electrical Engineering
Intake Dates
3 November 2026

Professional Certificate of Competency in Electrical Power System Protection


Designed for engineers and technicians who need practical skills and knowledge in understanding power system protection, including how to calculate fault currents, and select relays and associated instrument transformers appropriate to each typical system or equipment. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Electrical Engineering
Duration
  • 3 Months
Course Type
  • Professional Certificate
  • UK
  • Electrical Engineering
Intake Dates
14 July 2026