Course Level

Master Degree (By Coursework)

CRICOS

084700K

Master of Environment

With climate models predicting that our planet will cross the global warming threshold of 1.5 degrees Celsius within the next decade, the transition to a greener economy has never been more timely. Such a transition will enhance our ability to manage natural resources sustainably, increase energy efficiency and reduce waste, foster sustainable consumption and production, and contribute to the fight against climate change. It will also drive green skills growth across all industries. The multidisciplinary and future focused Master of Environment will provide you with the skills required for roles in emerging green sectors, such as renewable energies, as well as for roles in traditional sectors industry, construction and agriculture that are evolving to be greener. And with the degrees renewed focus on industry engagement, you will have unique opportunities to not only build your industry networks, but to gain valuable practical experience working in partnership with industry to develop solutions to genuine environmental challenges.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Wallumattagal Campus Macquarie Park

Full-time - 2 years

N/A
N/A

Structure

Total Credit Points 160

Subjects

  • ENVS6202 The Living Environment
  • ENVS6364 Introduction to Geographic Information Science and Remote Sensing
  • ENVS6405 Australian Environmental Futures
  • ENVS6115 Climate Change, Energy and our Future
  • ENVS8104 Climate Change and Adaptation
  • ENVS8205 Environmental Pollution
  • ENVS8544 Environmental and Sustainability Consulting
  • ENVS8403 Science in Environmental Management
  • ENVS8407 Field Methods in Environmental Science
  • ENVS8418 Environmental Planning
  • ENVS8498 Environmental Remediation
  • ENVS8525 Sustainability and Transitions

Entry requirements

  • 2 years
  • AQF level 7 bachelors qualification or recognised equivalent
  • 1.5 years
  • AQF level 7 bachelors qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent
  • and foundation knowledge and skills in using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or
  • AQF level 7 bachelors qualification or recognised equivalent, and approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning
  • and foundation knowledge and skills in using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or
  • AQF level 7 bachelors qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65
  • and foundation knowledge and skills in using Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
  • 1 year
  • AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent, or
  • Meet two of the following three criteria:
  • AQF level 7 bachelors qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent
  • Approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning
  • AQF level 7 bachelors qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65.