To keep pace with the growth in commercial aircraft production and global military spending, the global aerospace and defense (A&D) industries are expected to continue their growth trajectory in the coming years. According to Deloitte’s 2019 Global Aerospace and Defense Outlook, more than 38,000 aircraft are expected to be produced worldwide over the next 20 years. Aerospace engineers are well-placed to take up roles in one of the most in-demand industries in the world today.

Electrical engineering is one of the most in-demand engineering professions, so those of you who have chosen it as your area of specialisation well done, good choice. While most engineers progress into the workforce with a Bachelor's degree, more and more professionals are staying in further higher education, figuring it will be to their advantage as the competition for jobs hots up. But what if enrolling in a Master's degree is not possible? In these strange times, this is the case for many.

The automotive industry in the US is one of the largest in the world with a total of 17.2 million light vehicles sold in 2018. Despite the forecasted drop to 16.9 million units for 2019, records show that there is no significant change to the national employment of automotive engineers in the United States. The overall job outlook for engineers in the automotive industry is looking positive, with an average growth rate of 1.34% per year. Professionals who want to stay competitive in this major US industry will do well to proceed with a Master's in automotive engineering. 

Electrical engineering is often described as a difficult but rewarding job. Tasked with designing and developing new electrical systems, an electrical engineer can expect to pull in an average gross weekly salary of AUD$1,927. In Australia, they can be employed across many industries such as aerospace, rail, facilities management, and telecommunications. For engineers who wish to land jobs as consultants, managers, or project leaders, however, a Master's degree can be very helpful. Below are the top Australian universities that offer Master's degrees in electrical engineering.