GraduateEnvironmental Science
Master of Sustainable Development
CQUniversity Australia, Multi-campus, QLD + national, Australia
About this program
CQUniversity's Master of Sustainable Development (CM82, Melbourne campus) takes a holistic approach to sustainability spanning environmental, social and economic dimensions, covering advanced topics such as sustainable resource management, policy analysis, corporate sustainability strategy, emergency and disaster management, community engagement, climate change and public health. Graduates pursue leadership and senior advisory roles such as sustainability manager, policy advisor or strategic planner across environmental management, disaster management, corporate sustainability and climate change mitigation.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
15 units (96 credits): a 14-unit core (including Research for Emergency and Disaster Management, Foundations of Emergency and Disaster Management, Building Adaptive Capacity with Communities, and Climate Change: Risk and Assessments) plus one elective chosen from Community Safety and Education or Volunteerism and the Community
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Environmental ConsultantANZSCO 234312
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. VETASSESS wants a bachelor's or higher in a highly relevant field plus at least a year of relevant post-qualification work. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by VETASSESS
Environmental Research ScientistANZSCO 234313
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via VETASSESS assessment.
Assessed by VETASSESS
Environmental EngineerANZSCO 233915
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186.
Assessed by Engineers Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
For international applicants: a completed Australian bachelor degree in any discipline (or equivalent overseas qualification).
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