Master of Environment

Graduates of the Master of Environment will have:

1. A body of knowledge that includes the understanding of recent developments of key environmental concepts and issues
2. Knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the study of the environment
3. Exposure to systems thinking in several courses and through carefully designed group work by learning how to apply their knowledge in multi-disciplinary settings. 

This degree provides training for people who wish to help to make society more sustainable. It also provides opportunities for those who want to move into more senior management positions. You will develop the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams, to contribute to policy-making processes and to run environmental management systems.

Majors

• Climate Change Adaptation
• Economics and Policy
• Environmental Planning (Nathan on-campus only)
• Environmental Protection
• Sustainable Business.

Recommended study pattern

The program is offered full-time and part-time, both on-campus (at Nathan) with some majors available online.

As a guide, core subjects in this degree can include: 

• Environment and Development
• Environmental Economics
• Environmental Pollution
• Research Design and Methods

Plus there’s a selection of majors/pathways and electives to choose from. As part of your application, you’ll be guided through how to get the right degree structure in place for you.

Award requirements

Pathway 1 - 1 year program (80CP)

For the award of Master of Environment (MEnv), if eligible to complete this program in 1 year, you must successfully complete 80 credit points made up of:

• 80 credit points for the Core Module

Pathway 2 - 1.5 years program (120CP)

For the award of Master of Environment (MEnv), if eligible to complete this program in 1.5 years, you must successfully complete 120 credit points made up of:

• 80 credit points for the Core Module
• 40 credit points for the Flexible Module

Pathway 3 - 2 years program (160CP)

For the award of Master of Environment (MEnv), if eligible to complete this program in 2 years, you must successfully complete 160 credit points made up of:

• 40 credit points for the Foundation Module
• 80 credit points for the Core Module
• 40 credit points for the Flexible Module

This degree may be awarded with Distinction where a student achieves a minimum program GPA of 6.5 with no failed courses. The words "This award was achieved with Distinction" will be recorded on the testamur.

Exit points

To be eligible to exit the Master of Environment program with the Graduate Certificate in Environment award, you must successfully complete 40 credit points of Master of Environment courses.

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Indicative total fee $24,000

The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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To be eligible for admission to the Master of Environment you must have one of:

Pathway 1 - 1 year program (80CP):

• a recognised bachelor honours degree (or higher) in a *related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale; OR
• a recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in a *related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale AND a minimum of 2 years full-time (or equivalent) relevant ^professional experience.

Pathway 2 - 1.5 year program (120CP):

• a recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in a *related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale.

Pathway 3 - 2 year program (160CP):

• a recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale.

*Related discipline: Environmental science

• ^Professional Experience: 2 years full-time (or equivalent) work experience in Environmental planning, Environmental policy-making, Environmental management, Impact assessment, Risk assessment, Environmental health, Environmental engineering, Development assessment, Natural resource management, Water management.

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:

• A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
• OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL
• OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
• OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
• OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
• OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.

English test results must be no more than two years old.

Students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Program (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith degree.

Reduce the time it takes to finish your degree. You can apply to Griffith to recognise your prior learning, including: 

• Formal learning through courses completed at uni and TAFE. 
• Informal learning through workplace experience or volunteer training. 
• Non-formal learning through social experiences and hobbies.