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Master of Sustainability (Advanced)

Campus North Terrace Campus

Degree Type Masters by Coursework

Duration 2 years full-time or part-time? equiv.

SATAC Code 3CM116

2009
ATAR N/A

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  • Program Outline

    This is a multidisciplinary program drawing together a wide range of courses in the area of sustainability. The programs address the complex challenges of the future such as sustainability, climate change and sustainable resource management. The programs draw on courses from all Faculties of the University spanning themes of governance, technology and innovation, social and corporate responsibility, science and the environment and economics.

    It explores the science of climate change, policy and legislative frameworks for global change, sustainable energy technologies, integrating sustainability and community engagement.

  • Program Structure

    This suite of nested programs is structured to ensure that all students have exposure to a number of disciplines/areas considered essential in sustainability issues. Courses are grouped into five themes:

    • Economics
    • Governance
    • Innovation and Technology
    • Science and the Environment
    • Social and Corporate Responsibility

    Courses must be taken from several of these areas, with choices available within themes to provide flexibility for students and accommodate a range of interests, backgrounds and schedules. Courses are delivered via a wide range of modes.

    An overview/scoping course provides an introduction to sustainability issues and is undertaken by all students. Research projects in the Masters program will be multidisciplinary, requiring collaboration and contributions from several students, although resulting in individual written reports.

    The Masters (Advanced) is made up of 48 units, requiring the core course, a 12-unit research project, 21 units of courses from at least 4 of the prescribed areas of study plus additional electives.

  • Assessment

    Combination of verbal presentations, written assignments, individual or group projects and exams.

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  • Admission and Fee Information

    Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
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    Domestic applicants

    Not a domestic applicant? ?

    SATAC Code 3CM116
    Annual tuition fees ?
    Commonwealth-supported place: $7,567
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only.
    Completed Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
    How to Apply ?
    SATAC Code: 3CM116

    International applicants

    Not an international applicant? ?

    IELTS Overall 6 [more info]
    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $25,200
    Mid-year entry? Subject to availability
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only
    Equivalent Scores
    IELTS
    Overall
    Reading
    Listening
    Speaking
    Writing
    6
    5.5
    5.5
    6
    6
    How to Apply ?

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $25,200
    Mid-year entry? Subject to availability
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only
  • Study Plans

    The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.

     

    Core Course

    Plus

    21 units from at least 4 of the following 5 thematic areas of study (see below)

    Plus

    or optionally

    Additional 12 units from courses in the thematic areas or additional electives (see below)

    *The Research project would normally be taken after completion of 24 points of coursework.

    Governance

    Technology & Innovation

    • MECHENG 7021 Combustion Technology and Emissions Control 
    • TECHCOMM 7019 Social Entrepreneurship 
    • MECHENG 7050 Sustainability and the Environment 
    • CHEM ENG 7048 Biofuels, Biomass and Wastes
    • Frontier Technologies 
    • Wind Turbine Design
    • Distributed Generation Technologies

    Social and Corporate Responsibility

    Science & the Environment

    Economics

    • GEST 5004 Environment Economics and Policy
    • TECHCOMM 7037 Energy Management Economics and Policy
    • ECON 7200 Economic Principles                              

    Additional Elective Courses:

     

  • Career Opportunities

    Professional positions in government, business and organisations wishing to develop and implement plans and practices that will achieve sustainable outcomes.

  • Further Information

    Please direct enquiries to the University Contact Centre
    Phone: +61 8 8313 7335 (toll free 1800 061 459)

    The annual Open Day and Information Night events provide an excellent opportunity to see our campus, meet with academics, and discuss your study options.

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Last updated: Friday, 23 Apr 2010

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