Master of Environmental Science
Degree Level Postgraduate
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Start date
February
July
Campus
Mawson Lakes
Duration
2 year(s) full-time
Mode
On-campus
Program Code
LMEV
Fees
AUD$ 40,900 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025
English Language Requirements
- IELTS total [6.5]
- IELTS reading [6.0]
- IELTS writing [6.0]
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CRICOS Code
058635G
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Entry requirements
Applicants are required to have a completed Bachelor degree, Graduate Certificate, or a Graduate Diploma in a relevant discipline from a recognised higher education institution. Relevant disciplines for entry typically include science, engineering, environmental studies and environmental management.
Applicants with qualifications in other disciplines are encouraged to apply and will be assessed on a case by case basis.
Applicants who have completed a Bachelor (Honours) degree or Graduate Diploma in a relevant discipline may be eligible to enter the program with 0.5 EFTSL Advanced Standing and complete the program in 1.5 years of full-time study or equivalent part-time study.
Applicants who have completed a Bachelor (Honours) degree or Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science or Environmental Studies may be eligible for 1.0 EFTSL Advanced Standing and complete the program in 1 year of full-time study or equivalent part-time study.
Relevant disciplines for advanced standing typically include Environmental Management; Civil and Environmental Management; or Natural Resource Management. Applicants with qualifications in other disciplines are encouraged to apply and will be assessed on a case by case basis.
English language entry requirements
In addition to meeting academic entry requirements, international students who speak English as a second or additional language must also meet the University's English language entry requirements. The minimum language requirements for this program are:English language testPlease access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)- IELTS total [6.5]
- IELTS reading [6.0]
- IELTS writing [6.0]
Aim
The program prepares students for careers in a wide range of resource management agencies and industries and equips them with the knowledge and skills necessary to take a leadership role and responsibility in those organisations.
Content & Structure
The Master of Environmental Science requires the completion of 72 units of courses including a Masters Research Project.On completion of the program, students should be able to:
- reflect critically on theory and professional practice related to environmental science and management
- understand and incorporate new techniques into the solution of environmental science, management and sustainability issues
- investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information to solve complex environmental and sustainability issues facing the public, private, government and non-government sectors
From 4 August 2025, the University of South Australia will no longer be accepting applications for new students. Study at Adelaide University.
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