2702 - Master of Environmental Science by Research & Coursework
This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the Faculty information section of this Handbook by the managing faculty for this course
| Abbreviated title | MEnvSc (Res&Cw) |
|---|---|
| CRICOS Code | 054587K |
| Managing faculty | Arts |
| Study location and mode | On-campus (Clayton) |
| Duration (years) | 1.5 years FT, 3 years PT |
| Minimum grade for completion | The minimum pass grade for core units in the Master of Environmental Science by research and coursework is a Credit (60 C), ie a grade of credit or above is required in every core unit and for the thesis. The minimum pass grade for elective units is a credit average. |
| Postgraduate research component* | 66 per cent |
| Course coordinator | Dr Sharron Pfueller |
Description
Studies in environmental science are concerned with the relationships between humans and their biogeological contexts with the aim of integrating the two with the insights offered by both the humanities and the sciences. Environmental science recognises the interdependence of humans and the rest of nature and research emphasises the processes and impacts of human environment interactions, policy development and implications, and the implementation of management strategies favourable to the environment.
The course has been designed to both broaden and deepen students' existing knowledge, providing intensive interdisciplinary as well as disciplinary research training in either the Faculty of Arts or the Faculty of Science. In addition to research in an area of specific interest, through core coursework the course offers insight into the ideological, philosophical and disciplinary approaches to environment and sustainability, and provides experience in the interdisciplinary team-based research which is an essential component of training in this area. Elective units offer a complement to candidates' prior studies.
Structure
Requirements
Core units
- ENV5020 Perspectives on environment and sustainability
and one of:
- ENV5030 Environmental analysis
- ENV5040 Frontiers in sustainability and environment
- ENV5050 Environmental governance and citizenship
Elective units
Students complete 12 points of elective/s chosen from available level 5level five units from either the Faculty of Arts or Faculty of Science, or from other universities.
Thesis
Students complete a thesis of 20,000 to 25,000 words (supervised within either the Faculty of Arts or Faculty of Science).
Award(s) received on completion *
* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.