Initial Professional Development
A structured programme for engineering graduates working toward formal professional registration.
About This Programme
The Initial Professional Development (IPD) programme is designed for engineering graduates who are in the early stages of their careers and working toward professional registration. It provides a structured framework for acquiring, demonstrating and recording the competencies required by professional engineering bodies. Participants are guided through workplace-based learning, mentored by registered professional engineers, and required to document their growing competence across technical and professional dimensions. The programme follows internationally recognised professional development standards.
How It Works
Submit your application with supporting academic documents. 2. APDI reviews your application and confirms eligibility. 3. A registered mentor engineer is assigned to guide your development. 4. You complete structured competency logs over the programme duration. 5. Your logs are reviewed and signed off by your mentor. 6. APDI issues a completion certificate supporting your professional registration application.
Programme Details
Who Qualifies
Open to graduates holding a minimum of a Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution. Applicants must be employed in an engineering-related role or have secured a placement through the APDI WIL programme. Graduates who completed their studies within the past five years are encouraged to apply.