Master of Environmental Policy and Management
A better chance for our environment
Responding effectively to environmental problems involves far more than applying scientific knowledge, or the ‘top-down’ regulation of people and their environments.
The future of our planet relies on informed and creative thinking around policy and practice. This kind of environmental expertise is critical and in high demand.
What will you do?
Our Master of Environmental Policy and Management addresses how the signature environmental issues of our time are to be managed. You will:
- choose between a coursework or research specialisation
- explore environmental governance and planning in depth
- apply your knowledge to real-world issues
- pursue electives aligned to your personal and professional interests
- undertake meaningful research projects.
Where could it take you?
You could set up environmental programs for the public to air their concerns or better understand issues that affect them. You might negotiate policy design with private businesses and government sectors to generate sustainable management systems. Or, perhaps you’ll research economic incentives or decentralised solutions for better environmental outcomes.
Entry Requirements
Please note: For programs including placements and/or study-related activities in settings where COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory, it is an inherent requirement that all students be fully vaccinated prior to undertaking the placement and/or study-related activity.
For our students who are studying offshore in 2022, the University will continue to offer high-quality access to the learning resources remotely for most programs. This includes all lectures, tutorials and other support material. Students will be advised in advance if there are course components that cannot be provided in remote mode and, wherever possible, offered alternative courses.
Please refer to the COVID-19 FAQ page for further information and a list of programs where in-person attendance is required.
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information for this program.
I am a:
Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | 3CM182 |
|---|---|
| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | February and July |
Selection Criteria
How to Apply
Fees and Scholarships
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Domestic applicants
| Indicative annual tuition fees |
Australian Full-fee place: $27,000
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Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Career Readiness
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Graduate Attributes
The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.- Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
- Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Professionalism and leadership readiness
- Intercultural and ethical competency
- Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
- Digital capabilities
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Potential careers
Parks Management, Conservationist, Land Resources and Land Care, Natural Resource Manager, Natural Resource Planner, Catchment Management, Climate and Ecosystem Modeller, Conservation Officer, Corporate Policy Advisor, Corporate Sustainability Professional, Science Communicators, Environment Protection Officer, Environmental Compliance Officer, Environmental Economist, Fisheries and Marine Officer, Strategic Planning Officer, Sustainability Manager, Forester, Government Policy Advisor, Green Design Professional, Policy Adviser, Project Officer, ...
Degree Structure
In the Research Specialisation:
> Core courses to the value of 12 units
> Elective courses to the value of 12 units
> Research equivalent courses to the value of 24 units in the form of a research dissertation
In the Coursework Specialisation:
> Core courses to the value of 12 units
> Elective courses to the value of 24 units
> Research equivalent courses to the value of 12 units in the form of a research dissertation.
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Example Study Plan
Assessment
Written assignments, oral presentations, research, exams.
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Testimonial
There's so many relevant environmental issues affecting our world right now, and what I loved about the course was focusing on issues that I have an interest in.
Helen Malone
Senior Environmental Planner
Environment Protection Authority
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Last updated: Friday, 13 Aug 2021
