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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Environment (Coursework)

Course code: #C000023C

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Environment (Coursework)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2024)

    $43,200 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    2 years

  • PSW

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    50 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    084700K

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 05-February-2024 2024-02-05
Winter-July 08-July-2024 2024-07-08
Fall-February 05-February-2025 2025-02-05
Winter-July 08-July-2025 2025-07-08

Overview

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.

Macquarie's multidisciplinary and future-focused Master of Environment will provide you with the skills required for roles in emerging green sectors, such as renewable energies.

It will also prepare you for roles in traditional sectors like industry, construction, and agriculture that are evolving to be greener.

With the degree’s renewed focus on industry engagement, you’ll have unique opportunities to build your industry networks.

You'll also gain valuable practical experience working in partnership with industry to develop solutions to genuine environmental challenges.

Key features

  • Join a booming industry set to exceed 100 million jobs by 2030
  • Study core areas and undertake tailored electives
  • Hone your technical report-writing capabilities
  • Boost your employability with a research degree

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$55,824

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $10,920
Accommodation 1 bed room $12,624
Tuition 1 person $43,200

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Certified copies of Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Certified copies of award certificates or completion certificates from previously completed studies
  • Certified copies of Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Certified copy of Passport or Visa Documents

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

83
12
listening
21
writing
18
speaking
13
reading

PTE

58
52
listening
52
writing
52
speaking
52
reading

Cambridge

180
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

Duolingo overall 115 with no band less than 110*

*Duolingo English Test (DET) is accepted as a COVID measure for applicants from mainland China only up until 30 November 2023.

The following online English tests are no longer recognised as of 1 May 2023:

  • IELTS Indicator / IELTS Online
  • TOEFL iBT Home Edition
  • PTE Academic Online

Students who do not meet the English language requirements but are otherwise eligible for a program of study may be issued an offer that includes an English preparation program at the Macquarie University English Language Center (i.e., a packaged offer). 

International students with a packaged offer can apply for a single student visa covering their English preparation program and course of study at Macquarie University.

Entry Requirement  (Overall)Number of estimated weeks to reach required IELTS score (Overall)
IELTSTOEFL iBT

Pearson

(PTE)

5.56.06.57.07.5
4.0443030-4040-5050+50+50+
4.5523520-3030-4040-5050+50+
5.0604110-2020-3030-4040-5050+
5.566491-1010-2020-3030-4040-50
6.07350 1-1010-2020-3030-40
6.58358  1-1010-2020-30
7.010065   1-1010-20

Academic background and requirement

2 years:

  • AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent

 

1.5 years:

  • AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent; and foundation knowledge and skills in using Geographic Information Systems (GIS),

or

  • AQF level 7 bachelor's 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 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65; and foundation knowledge and skills in using Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

 

Related fields for prior qualifications

Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Earth Sciences, Geology, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Ecology, Hydrology, Statistics, Mathematics.

Relevant experience

Work experience in teaching or research organizations, private sector, government and non-government organizations, where Masters or higher level environmental measurement, analysis, or management-related skills and knowledge are used in day-to-day operations. The program director or a designated University official would determine eligibility under these criteria on a case-to-case basis.

Assumed knowledge

For the 1.5-year entry, assumed knowledge and skills in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) must be equivalent to ENVS6364 or higher.

Recommended studies

None.

 

China:  60%

India:   50%

 

Masters qualifying programs

The programs will equip you with the necessary digital, information and academic literacies and the numeracy skills required for postgraduate studies in Australia.

Upon completing your chosen program, you can articulate into a range of master's degrees in the Macquarie Business School and the Faculty of Science and Engineering.

Career opportunities

  • Environmental and sustainability designer
  • Environmental or geotechnical consultant
  • Environmental scientist
  • Landcare and catchment manager
  • Local council officer
  • National parks manager
  • Researcher
  • Resource manager

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