Master of Research (Environmental Science)

You will learn to demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and reflect critically on its application, investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, generate and evaluate complex ideas at an abstract level, design and evaluate research methods, communicate and present a coherent argument to peers and the broader community, and design and disseminate research that makes an original contribution to knowledge.

The course takes one to two years of full-time study or equivalent part-time study, with a standard duration of two years full-time.

Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens who are successful applicants of a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) program are eligible for a tuition fee exemption under the Australian Government's Research Training Program (RTP), covering up to two years of full-time equivalent study for Master of Philosophy programs.

Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English. Using IELTS Academic, you need an overall band score of 6.5, with minimum scores of 6.0 in each of Writing, Speaking, Reading, and Listening. Other accepted tests and qualifications may also be used to demonstrate English proficiency.

The course is offered at Curtin Perth on campus. Intake is available in both Research Term 1 and Research Term 2 of 2026. Applicants should check the application deadlines page for specific dates as each campus has different deadlines.