The University of Melbourne
Master of Environment
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationOur environment has many faces: cities, wilderness, agricultural lands, the oceans and everything in between.
The Master of Environment has many faces too. We offer 12 different streams of study, from climate change to environmental management and science, to public policy, to sustainable cities and more, including a tailored stream that you can design yourself.
You’ll develop specialised knowledge and technical skills in an environmental discipline or field of practice, and graduate with the confidence to use this know-how to create positive changes in our environment.
Our graduates go on to effect real change in the world.
Delivery mode
The University of Melbourne offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Grattan Street, Parkville
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To be considered, you must have completed:
- An undergraduate degree in a cognate discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of at least 65 per cent, or equivalent, or
- An undergraduate degree in any discipline with a weighted average of at least 65 per cent, or equivalent, and 2 years of relevant documented professional experience since graduation from your undergraduate degree.
If you are seeking credit for relevant work experience, you must document your experience with a brief curriculum vitae detailing the experience, contact details of two referees who can confirm the authenticity and nature of the experience claimed, and a covering letter that explains how the experience is relevant to the program and prepares you for it.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Master of Environment will prepare you for the following roles.
Climate Change Consultant
A Climate Change Consultant advises organisations on strategies to mitigate and adapt to climate change impacts. You might work with businesses, go...
Environmental Planner
An Environmental Planner assesses land use and development projects to ensure they comply with environmental regulations. You might work for govern...
Environmental Scientist
Environmental Scientists are passionate about the natural environment and aim to protect and conserve wildlife, plants and forests, fishes, natural...
Natural Resource Manager
A Natural Resource Manager is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to sustainably manage and conserve natural resources, includin...
Sustainability Specialist
A Sustainability Specialist works to promote and implement sustainable practices within organisations. You might work in various sectors, including...
Environmental Manager
An Environmental Manager oversees compliance and sustainability initiatives within an organisation. Their responsibilities include developing envir...
About The University of Melbourne
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