Master of Environmental Science by coursework

• General information
  • Course code: 0056 + Course fees: Local students -- HECS; international students -- $A14,200 pa + Coordinator: Associate Professor Frank Fisher + Environmental science units currently vary between HECS band one and two; elective and foundation un
• Entry requirements
• Course structure
  • Core unit
  • Foundation unit
  • Electives
• Advanced standing

General information

Course code: 0056 + Course fees: Local students -- HECS; international students -- $A13,500 pa + Coordinator: Associate Professor Frank Fisher + Environmental science units currently vary between HECS band one and two; elective and foundation un

The degree allows candidates to build on theoretical studies of the environmental problematique through core and elective coursework units, and to extend their insights as they (in consultation) see fit. A team-based interdisciplinary research project is also offered for integration with coursework. The course is designed for students seeking a HECS-funded course that broadens and deepens their existing knowledge base; enables participation in a team-based, interdisciplinary research project; enables application of prior disciplinary training in a research project; and facilitates understanding of the politics or social construction of environmental understanding. The length of the course is one year full-time or two years part-time.

Entry requirements

Candidates should possess a three-year degree and the Graduate Diploma of Environmental Science with at least a credit average or an honours degree in any discipline with a grade of H2B, or equivalent.

Course structure

Core unit

• ENV506C (18) Environmental research methodologies

Candidates who have not completed the Masters Qualifying in Environmental Science by coursework from Monash University may be required to complete ENV501C (Systems thinking and practice 1) and ENV503C (Interdisciplinary team research).

Foundation unit

To complement prior studies and to assist in completion of the proposed research sequence, candidates without the appropriate background may, after consultation with academic staff, be required to undertake one or more of the following foundation units:

• ENV414F Ecological systems and management (6 points)
• ENV415F Law and the environment (6 points)
• ENV416F Introduction to economics (6 points)

Electives

Electives to a value of 24 or 30 points (where no foundation units are required)
The minimum grade for core units in the Master of Environmental Science is a credit (60) and credit average is required for elective and foundation units.

Advanced standing

A maximum of 50 per cent credit may be allowed provided that the work for which credit is sought is relevant to the course and has been completed at level five with grades of distinction or above. However, credit will not normally be allowed for core units, or for units that have been used to take out another degree or award of any kind.

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