Environment and Sustainability - S6002
Master's degree
You’re passionate about changing the world for the better. You understand that solving today’s complex sustainability challenges requires collaboration and a holistic approach. You’ve come to the right place.
The Master of Environment and Sustainability will build on your passion and teach you how to develop interdisciplinary solutions, so that you can drive meaningful change for a more sustainable and equitable world.
Building on your existing skills and experience, the first part of the course establishes an interdisciplinary foundation that allows you to analyse the interdependence of nature, society and the economy. You’ll then specialise in a vital field by choosing one of five specialisations.
Then you’ll apply your specialist and interdisciplinary knowledge and skills through immersion internships, consultancy engagements, industry-linked projects, or a research thesis that advances sustainability knowledge.
Career outcomes
Dream big. In the last two decades, the sustainability job market has been rising rapidly, offering diverse career options.
Graduates of this master’s course are well-prepared for roles in various sectors, including business, government (including quasi-governmental agencies like the Environment Protection Authority), national and international NGOs, academic institutions, research centres, think tanks, and consulting firms. In fact, our alumni have enjoyed outstanding employment outcomes, with 89.5% working in the environmental and sustainability fields upon graduation.
At a glance
Course Details
Location |
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Duration |
2 years/1.5 years /1 year |
Start date |
Semester one (February), Semester two (July) |
Qualification |
Master of Environment and Sustainability |
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (International students)
Qualifications
Entry level 1: 96 points to complete Duration: 2 years full-time, 4 years part-time | An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least 60% (credit) average, or equivalent qualification and experience approved by the faculty. |
Entry level 2: 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 business, environmental science, humanities, science or social sciences, 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) in a cognate discipline including business, environmental science, humanities, science or social sciences with at least 60% (credit) average in each qualification, or equivalent qualification and experience approved by the faculty. |
Entry level 3: 48 points to complete Duration: 1 years full-time, 2 years part-time | An Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline including business, environmental science, humanities, science or social sciences with at least 60% (credit) average, or equivalent qualification and experience approved by the faculty leading the specialisation. |
English entry requirements
Level A
| IELTS (Academic): 6.5 Overall score, with minimum band scores: Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0 and Speaking 6.0 | or | Pearson Test of English (Academic): 58 Overall score, with minimum scores: Listening 50, Reading 50, Speaking 50 and Writing 50 | or | TOEFL iBT: 0 - 120 scale: 1 - 6 scale: | or |
Courses that require English Level A only: Other approved English tests (minimum entry scores apply) Courses with English Level B, C, D, E and F: Other approved English tests (higher entry scores apply than specified) |
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.
International fee
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:
A$57,700
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.
Enrolment Obligations
International students enrolling in a CRICOS-registered course can study no more than one third (33%) of their course by distance and/or online learning. Students must enrol in at least one unit that is not by distance and/or online in each compulsory study period unless the student is completing the last unit of their course. See standard 8.19 and 8.20 of National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018.
CRICOS code: 089231E
International course guides
If you are an international student and wish to find out more about our courses, entry requirements, studying at Monash and more, please download our international course guides below.
International Study Grants
