Master of Sustainable Development
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Overview
The focus of the program is on how to effect changes towards sustainable development, and the development of participants’ practical skills in leading change processes. Specifically, it aims to develop skills in strategic planning and management, action research, education and capacity building, community consultation, facilitation and evaluation.
Key features
- Through its international case study focus, the program addresses the needs of professionals working in aid agencies, non-governmental organisations , government agencies and international bodies concerned with issues of sustainability.
- The degree offers some units from the Macquarie Graduate School of Management in organisational change of relevance to those who wish to work in organisational sustainability.
Minimum course duration
1 year full-time or equivalent part-time
Location
North Ryde
UAC Code
865854 - On-campus
Suitable for
This program is aimed at attracting professionals working in the field of environment and development or sustainable development. The program addresses professional needs about how to interact with people and organised groups to bring about change. It is particularly relevant to those who are involved in planning, financing and evaluating initiatives in sustainable development. Through its international case study focus, the program addresses the needs of professionals working in aid agencies, non-government organisations, government agencies, corporations and international bodies concerned with sustainability issues.
HECS Course fee
AUD $7,810 p.a. 
Student amenities fee
Information on the Student services and amenities fee
Entry requirements
Bachelor degree with relevant major woth GPA of 2.5 and three years' relevant work experience.
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
Three years of relevant work experience is required.
Notes:
There are options to undertake a Postgraduate Certificate in Sustainable Development (16 credit points) or a Postgraduate Diploma in Sustainable Development (24 credit points).
What you will study
| General requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points at 800 level or above | 32 |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Specific requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this master
Notes
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
- consultancy working with business or community
- local council employment as sustainability officers
- sustainability coordinator for regional and national businesses
- sustainability officer in a university
- working internationally in organisations such as the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and the International Union for Conservation (IUCN)
Employers
- aid agencies - AusAID
- businesses such as Lend Lease, Fuji Xerox
- government sector such as the Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water (DECCW)
- international bodies such as the The United Nations Development Program (UNDP)
- non-government organisations such as the International Union for Conservation (IUCN)
Profiles
Our Expertise
Wendy Goldstein
Wendy Goldstein is the Program Coordinator for the Environmental Education and Sustainable Development Programs in the Graduate School of the Environment (GSE). She joined the University after 14 years of working internationally for IUCN – the International Union for Conservation as Head of Education and Communication in Gland, Switzerland. She is now Deputy Chair of the IUCN Commission on Education and Communication. Her previous position was Head of Environmental Education in NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service. Her research interests are in social change and managing learning and change processes and good governance.
