Master of Science
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Overview
A Master of Science degree is offered in two areas of specialisation: Biodiversity Conservation and Geoscience.
The Biodiversity Conservation speciialisation is a program that focuses on the theory, practice and ethics of biodiversity conservation, from the level of wildlife populations to entire ecosystems. An emphasis is placed on the unique biodiversity of Australia and its connections with the southern continents and the rest of the globe. This course provides students with the skills and outlook necessary for employment in biological conservation at the management level and/or research.
The Geoscience specialisation has a professional orientation and aims to cater both for new graduates and for those with longer standing qualifications who may require a refresher program.
Minimum course duration
1.5 years full-time or equivalent
Location
North Ryde
UAC Code
865821 - On-campus
865827 Biodiversity Conservation - On-campus
865840 Geoscience - On campus
865841 Geoscience - Distance
Course fee
AUD $19.976 p.a. 
Student amenities fee
Information on the Student services and amenities fee
Entry requirements
Bachelor degree with relevant major.
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
No work experience required.
What you will study
| General requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points at 800 level or above | 32 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 800 level or above designated as Science | 28 |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Specific requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this master
| 800 level or above | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | one of | 32cp at 800 level or above | |||
| 32cp at 800 level or above including 1 specialisation | |||||
| 32cp at 800 level or above including 2 specialisations | 32 | ||||
Students undertaking this course can choose from the following Master of Science specialisations:
Notes
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
