Master of Environmental Science
Course code J48
This course provides students with skills and experience in environmental science, focusing on project management, occupational health and safety, sustainability, monitoring and reporting.
It provides work experience in relevant organisations within the industry, allowing students to gain an understanding of the management of environmental projects. It also focuses on skills for the environmental, engineering, and sustainability professions and offers flexible study options through on-campus and off-campus study.
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
J48
Admissions
Fees
Domestic fee paying - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $21,300
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
| JO | ML | BU | OL | |
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| Full-time | ||||
| Part-time |
See Course Details for further information.
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
J48
CRICOS code
091873G
Fees
International onshore - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $31,700
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
| JO | ML | BU | OL | |
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| Full-time | ||||
| Part-time |
See Course Details for further information.
Course Entry
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
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Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Bachelor degree; or
- Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.
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English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
Course Details
Choose student typeSemester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 1: Study part-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study part-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 1: Study part-time Online
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study part-time Online
Course Structure
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| MAT5212 | Biostatistics | 20 |
| SCI5133 | Environmental and Health Risk Assessment | 20 |
| SCI5170 | Sustainability Assessment and Reporting | 20 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| SCI6103 | Environmental Management Systems and Auditing | 20 |
| MAN6303 | Program Management | 20 |
| MAN6925 | Project Management | 20 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| RES5115 | Research Preparation: Principles and Approaches | 20 |
| OHS6132 | Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems | 20 |
| SCI6100 | Environmental Monitoring and Investigation | 20 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| SCI6104 | Environmental Management Project | 60 |
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For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Semester timetable.
Student handbookCourse notes
Important course notes
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When undertaking placement/project work this will be non-standard.
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Students will undertake a project with an organisation under supervision of ECU and industry organisation staff.
Attendance requirements
Students will be expected to participate in a minimum of 12 weeks (60) days or work at an organisation industry and produce a report on activities.
Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required
Each project will have an agreement for student placement. Each work place will be inspected and the appropriate forms completed indicating it is a safe work environment for students.
Every student will be required to complete a risk assessment and management plan as part of the WIL.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Apply cognitive, technical and creative skills drawn from a broad discipline base to investigate, analyse and synthesise complex ideas, concepts and theories in Environmental Science.
- Apply communication skills to design innovative contributions to professional practice in Environmental Science.
- Reflect critically on a complex body of specialist knowledge and understanding of recent developments and methods applicable to the field of Environmental Science and related disciplines.
- Use high level self-management skills to initiate, plan and execute a substantial project in Environmental Science.
Fees and Scholarships
Choose student typeAUD $21,300 *
* Domestic fee paying - estimated 1st year indicative fee
The 'Estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for the individual units you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the amount you’ll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
AUD $31,700 *
* International onshore - estimated 1st year indicative fee
The 'Estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for the individual units you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the amount you’ll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
Scholarships
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.
Find a scholarshipCareer Opportunities
This course places students with an industry/organisation for their six- month project. The placement will enable students to undertake environmental research/monitoring, reporting and communicating with a partner, as well as getting direct exposure to the nature of the organisation and its priorities. This provides an excellent springboard for employment following this degree. Employment opportunities will be in local government, industry, state, national government and non-government organisations, particularly in the resources sector.
Student
stories
"I was interested in a Masters program that would broaden my view on environmental issues"
I was excited to find that ECU offered exactly what I was looking for as the units in the Master of Environmental Science program are multidisciplinary, covering areas ranging from science to business.
The work integrated learning also attracted me to this course as it offers a good platform to transition into the working environment and an opportunity to apply the skills that I will have gained.
So far, the course has been amazing. The interactive sessions during the lecture seminars have been quite informative and provided a friendly environment to exchange ideas.
I’ve also enjoyed interacting with my course mates from different countries. It’s been great to share experiences with them.
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