NOTE : THIS PROGRAM IS CURRENTLY NOT OFFERED

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 key issues for sustainable futures including climate change, low carbon technologies, integrating sustainability and community engagement.

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 concepts and applications and is undertaken by all students.

Research projects in the Masters program will be multidisciplinary and may be undertaken in small groups, allowing collaboration and contributions from several students, although research findings must be submitted as individual written reports.

The 36 unit Masters comprises the core course, 15 units of courses from at least four of the prescribed areas of study plus either a research project or additional electives. The research project would normally be taken after completion of 15 points of coursework.

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

Students are encouraged to take responsibility for developing the following attributes:

• Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.
• The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.
• An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.
• Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.
• A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.
• A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.
• A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.
• An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.

Program Rules

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