The University of Western Australia
Master of Environmental Science
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe course seeks to create sought after professionals who have the knowledge and practical skills to manage and solve environmental challenges, from local to global, now and into the future. Tap into UWA's long history of multidisciplinary research into environmental systems, and benefit from our unique experience in identifying innovative technology and policy based solutions.
Delivery mode
The University of Western Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 35 Stirling Highway, Perth
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
1. To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
- a bachelor's degree, or equivalent as recognised by UWA; and
- the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; and
- met the prerequisite for the chosen specialisation
2. For the Environmental Management or Environmental Economics specialisations an applicant must have completed prior studies at a tertiary level in either science, engineering, economics, natural resource management, urban and regional planning, or policy studies; or a related cognate discipline, as recognised by UWA.
3. For the Catchments and Water or Environmental Rehabilitation or Sensing and Data Science specialisations an applicant must have completed prior studies at a tertiary level in either earth, environmental, engineering, biological or physical sciences; or a related cognate discipline, as recognised by UWA
4. For the Marine and Coastal specialisation an applicant must have completed prior studies at a tertiary level in either marine, environmental, engineering, biological or physical sciences; or a related cognate discipline, as recognised by UWA
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Master of Environmental Science will prepare you for the following roles.
Environmental Consultant
An Environmental Consultant provides advice on environmental issues to businesses, organisations and government departments. You might look at curr...
Environmental Manager
An Environmental Manager oversees compliance and sustainability initiatives within an organisation. Their responsibilities include developing envir...
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 Manager
A Sustainability Manager oversees and implements sustainability initiatives within an organisation. You might work in a corporate setting, a govern...
Geomorphologist
A Geomorphologist studies the formation and evolution of landforms, focusing on processes like erosion, sedimentation, and weathering. You’ll condu...
Ecotoxicologist
Ecotoxicologists are environmental scientists who study how toxic substances and pollutants enter the natural environment and impact the health of...
Seismologist
A Seismologist studies earthquakes and seismic waves to understand the Earth's internal structure and to assess seismic risks. You might work in re...
Marine Researcher
A Marine Researcher studies marine ecosystems, assessing biodiversity and the impact of human activity on marine life. Their duties include conduct...
Aquatic Ecologist
An Aquatic Ecologist studies aquatic ecosystems to understand and manage the health of freshwater and marine environments. You might work in variou...
Marine Conservationist
A Marine Conservationist works to protect and restore marine ecosystems and species. You might be involved in research, habitat restoration, and th...
About The University of Western Australia
As WA’s first university with a history of teaching and research over 100 years, our founding vision remains stronger than ever.
Today, just as it was when we opened our doors in 1913, our enduring mission is to provide world-class education, research and community engagement for the advancement of the prosperity and welfare of our communities. We seek to create global leaders through our industry-integrated education and world-leading research.
