Behaviour and Systemic Change - S6011
Master's degree
Are you inspired to make the world a better place, but not sure how? Can you see that people need to do things differently to address the grand challenges of our time?
If you are passionate about creating impactful change, want to build new skills and acquire new tools and methods in delivering this change, this course is for you.
The first course of its kind in the southern hemisphere, the Master of Behaviour and Systemic Change is a practical, impact-oriented degree. It brings together powerful, transferable, change-oriented theories from behavioural psychology and economics, social and political sciences and interdisciplinary sustainability studies. The course equips students to tackle the grand challenges of our time - climate change, geopolitical security and the health of our communities.
Behavioural and systemic change approaches sit at the core of the course. These core studies provide you with a comprehensive toolkit, equipping you to deliver solutions to societal challenges.
Career outcomes
The Master of Behaviour and Systemic Change prepares you for a career in business, government, the third sector and NGOs, in roles that require the skill to change how people work and the systems they work within.
- In government, key roles include Behavioural Insights Specialist and Behavioural Designer, Senior Strategy Officer and Policy Officer, Policy Analyst or Engagement Specialist.
- In business, roles include Operations Manager, Business Consultant/Development, Behaviour Analyst, Strategic Planner or Partnerships Manager, Community Affairs Advisor, and;
- In NGOs, Campaigns Manager, Partnership Broker, Engagement Officer, Business Analyst, Senior Transformation Specialist, Policy & Research Officer.
The course also prepares you for a career of the future - a career that requires strong change management skills to address the growing challenges of the 21st century, such as green careers, and careers supporting the transition to sustainable practices.
At a glance
Course Details
| Note: | This program is on-campus at Clayton, however many units are offered in flexible modes, including online. All students, regardless of study mode, are required to attend 3 x 3-day mandatory on-campus masterclasses throughout the course. |
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Duration |
1.5 years/1 year (full time), or 3 years/2 years (part time) depending on prior qualifications. See entry requirements. |
Start date |
First semester (February), Second Semester (July) Only duration 1.5 years Full Time and 3 years Part Time will be available to students starting in Second Semester |
Qualification |
Master of Behaviour and Systemic Change |
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)
Qualifications
| Entry level 1: 72 points to complete – Duration: 1.5 years full-time - 3 years part-time | An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline including humanities and social sciences, public health, sustainability, climate change, law, business, science, with at least 60% (credit) average, or equivalent qualification and experience approved by the faculty. OR An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate/diploma (or equivalent) with at least 60% (credit) average in each qualification, or equivalent qualification, and experience approved by the faculty. |
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| Entry level 2: 48 points to complete – Duration: 1 year full-time - 2 years part-time | An Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline including humanities and social sciences, public health, sustainability, climate change, law, business, science, with at least 60% (credit) average, or equivalent qualification and experience approved by the faculty. |
English requirements
Level A, that is: IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no band lower than 6.0); or Pearson Test of English (Academic): score of 58 overall with no band lower than 50; or TOEFL Internet-based test: score of 79 overall with minimum scores: Writing: 21, Listening: 12, Reading: 13 and Speaking: 18; or Equivalent approved English test.
Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
The course structure and progression map can be viewed in the Handbook.
Making the application
Future students
Current Monash students
You may apply to transfer from another Monash course. Transfers are a competitive process. You may apply mid-year for available courses however consideration will be given as to whether you will be able to follow your course progression.
Please note that if you apply for a course transfer, you should still enrol in your current course as if you were continuing so as not to jeopardise your enrolment in the Faculty if your transfer application is unsuccessful. More about Course Transfer.
Self assess for credit eligibility
Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.
Fees
Fees are subject to change annually.
Full fee
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:
A$46,400
Fee assistance
As a full fee-paying student, you may be eligible to apply for the optional FEE-HELP to assist you to pay all or part of your tuition fees.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other costs and fees
For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.
