Master of Sustainable Development

You must complete 15 units (96 credits): 14 core units plus one elective unit chosen from either Community Safety and Education (DSMG29005) or Volunteerism and the Community (DSMG29006).

Yes, attendance at a compulsory residential school is required as part of the Master of Sustainable Development. This practical residential school is where you will gain hands-on skills and insights from industry experts, allowing you to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges.

The indicative first-year fee for a Full Fee Paying (FFP) place is $32,500 (2026 Indicative). This is the approximate cost for one full-time academic year (usually eight units over two terms) and should be used as a guide only, as your actual fees may vary depending on the units you select and your study load.

Yes, if you have prior experience or have studied previously, you may be eligible for credit or recognition of prior learning (RPL), which can help reduce your study load and the time it takes to complete your degree.

Graduates of the Master of Sustainable Development will be ready for leadership and senior advisory roles in sustainability, including careers as a sustainability manager, policy advisor or strategic planner, working in sectors like environmental management, disaster management, corporate sustainability, climate change mitigation and public health.