Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Environment and Sustainability (course code S6002; the DB record's original title 'Master of Environmental Management and Sustainability' matches a historical course name — Monash alumni stories from 2017-2018 reference studying under this title — that is no longer listed in the current Handbook or Find-a-course site; the current continuing offering in this subject area is the Master of Environment and Sustainability) is a forward-thinking, interdisciplinary, two-year course that integrates the knowledge needed to mitigate and adapt to global change with sustainability principles. Central to its approach is an understanding of the scale of dependence of social, economic and environmental systems for effective environmental governance. The course focuses on developing a global change knowledge base and a diverse vocational skill set, providing evidentiary and interdisciplinary approaches to problem solving. Building on existing skills and experience, the first part of the course establishes an interdisciplinary foundation analysing the interdependence of nature, society and the economy, before students specialise in one of five available specialisations, then apply specialist and interdisciplinary knowledge through immersion internships, consultancy engagements, industry-linked projects, or a research thesis advancing sustainability knowledge.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

381 Royal Pde, Parkville, VIC 3052

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

A$9,537 (Commonwealth Supported Place, per year) or A$46,400 (total full-fee course cost)

Intakes

Semester one (February), Semester two (July)

Study Mode

Full-time or Part-time; flexible online options available for some units

Entry Requirements

Domestic entry requirements follow the same 3-tier structure as international (Entry levels 1-3 based on prior qualifications), with the same academic credit thresholds. Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) may be available for domestic students.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements (International students), 3 entry-point structure: Entry level 1 (96 points, 2 years full-time/4 years part-time) — an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least 60% (credit) average, or equivalent qualification/experience approved by the faculty. Entry level 2 (72 points, 1.5 years full-time/3 years part-time) — an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline (business, environmental science, humanities, science or social sciences) with at least 60% average; OR an Australian bachelor degree plus an Australian graduate certificate/diploma (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with at least 60% average in each. Entry level 3 (48 points, 1 year full-time/2 years part-time) — an Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with at least 60% average. English entry requirements (Level A): IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall (Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0, Speaking 6.0) or PTE (Academic) 58 overall (Listening 50, Reading 50, Speaking 50, Writing 50) or TOEFL iBT 79 overall (0-120 scale: Reading 13, Listening 12, Speaking 18, Writing 21).

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

The course reports 89% graduate employment. Alumni have gone on to work as environmental/sustainability consultants, present research to government, undertake PhD studies in fields such as plant ecology, and work in ecology and conservation roles. The course's applied components — immersion internships, consultancy engagements, industry-linked projects, and research theses — build direct pathways into environmental governance, sustainability consulting, conservation and research careers, supported by the Professional Enhancement Program (PEP) for career planning and professional skills development.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units7 units

ENS5010

Global challenges and sustainability

ENS5020

Perspectives on sustainability

ENS5901

Research thesis in environment and sustainability A

ENS5902

Research thesis in environment and sustainability B

ENS5910

Sustainability consultancy project

ENS5920

Environment and sustainability project

ENS5930

Sustainability internship

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Master of Environmental Management and Sustainability take to complete?

The course has a duration of 104 weeks (approximately 2 years) as listed in the CRICOS registry.

Is there a work component included in this course?

Yes, the course includes a work component of 240 total hours, structured as 20 hours per week over 12 weeks.

What is the estimated total cost of the Master of Environmental Management and Sustainability at Monash University?

The estimated total course cost is AU$82,812 in tuition fees, with no additional non-tuition fees listed.

Where is the Master of Environmental Management and Sustainability taught?

The course is taught at Monash University's Clayton campus, located on Wellington Road, Clayton, Victoria 3800, and is owned and operated by the provider.

Is this course eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights?

To be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights, a course must be registered, be a Skills Level 1 qualification (Bachelor, Masters or PhD), have a duration of 92 weeks or greater, and have its narrow Field of Education aligned with the Skills Level 1 priority list, among other criteria. This course is a Masters degree with a duration of 104 weeks in Environmental Studies; however, eligibility is reviewed yearly and prospective students should contact ESOS-PolicyTeam@education.gov.au for confirmed information.

Application

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $85,000 to $115,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $115,000 to $160,000 per year

Career Paths

Environmental ConsultantSustainability ManagerEnvironmental ManagerEnvironmental Impact Assessment SpecialistNatural Resource Manager

Key Skills

Environmental impact assessment (EIA) and approvals managementSustainability strategy development and corporate reportingClimate change risk assessment and adaptation planningNatural resource and ecosystem managementEnvironmental policy analysis and development

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Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

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