Master of Conservation Biology and Master of Environment

Program Overview

The Master of Conservation Biology equips professionals with expertise in wildlife conservation and environmental ethics. The multidisciplinary Master of Environment focuses on green sector roles, industry partnerships, and research in fields like renewable energy. Graduates gain specialized skills in climate change biology, GIS, wild populations, and pollution management, preparing them for careers in sustainable development. Additionally, students benefit from research-intensive teaching, industry connections, and a personalized learning approach.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Conservation Biology focuses on the theory, practice, and ethics of biological conservation from the level of wild populations to entire ecosystems. It equips students with specialist skills in areas such as climate change biology, regional and global conservation, GIS and remote sensing, wild populations and field methods, and includes a biology research placement. The Master of Environment is a multidisciplinary and future-focused program that provides students with the skills required for roles in emerging green sectors, such as renewable energies, as well as for roles in traditional sectors – industry, construction, and agriculture – that are evolving to be greener. The degree has a renewed focus on industry engagement, offering opportunities to build industry networks and gain practical experience working in partnership with industry to develop solutions to genuine environmental challenges.

Teaching:

• Students will study within a research-active environment.
• They will have access to the latest research in conservation biology and complete independent research projects alongside their coursework.
• They will collaborate with and learn from leading scientists, including renowned teachers with exceptional research strengths in ecology and environment.
• They will enhance their learning within the university's 11-hectare fauna park, where world-class environmental research is conducted by leading academics.
• They will study in state-of-the-art facilities designed to foster collaboration and cutting-edge scientific research.

Careers:

• The program prepares students for careers in a booming industry set to exceed 100 million jobs by 2030.
• Graduates will acquire the green skills to drive sustainable solutions across both traditional and emerging sectors, and be in demand worldwide.
• Students will study core areas and undertake tailored electives in climate change; environmental management, planning, pollution, and remediation; as well as conservation, GIS, and marine science.
• They will hone their technical report-writing capabilities by completing an industry-standard report on a contemporary issue.
• They can boost their employability with a research degree by undertaking the Master of Research following their coursework degree to deepen their knowledge and become a subject matter expert.

Other:

• Students can personalize their learning by choosing a double degree combination that best kick-starts their career.
• The university offers flexible study options, personalized degrees, and practical experiences to ensure students have the right skills when they graduate.