Master of Sustainable Practice

The Master of Sustainable Practice program is established to meet the industry demand for professionals who have expertise in sustainability issues and a qualification in the fundamentals of sustainability.The MSP suite of programs (Masters and Graduate Diploma) provides a forum for people with similar aims and questions to work together to explore solutions to sustainability problems.

This program is established to meet the industry demand for professionals who have expertise in sustainability issues and a qualification in the fundamentals of sustainability.The program explores the complexities of sustainability problems by bringing together people of similar interests, but who come from a range of discipline backgrounds.

It provides the opportunity for proactive learning under the guidance of a mentor (see Learning and Assessment for further details), and for you to explore your personal aspirations in the context of your career.You will learn from industry experts and fellow participants to equip yourself for professional practice in sustainability.

Year One of Program

Semester One: Complete the following Four (4) Courses:

Semester Two: Complete the following Two (2) Courses:

Select and Complete Two (2) Courses as Approved by the Program Director from:

AND

Year Two of Program

Semester One: Complete the following Two (2) Courses:

Select and Complete Two (2) Courses as Approved by the Program Director from:

Semester Two: Complete the following Three (3) Courses:

Program Entry Requirements

Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or international equivalent) that includes knowledge of sustainability practices.

Applicants who have a successfully completed a relevant degree (as above) with a GPA of at least 1.5 out of 4, will be considered if they have at least 3 years of relevant industry experience.

OR Successful completion of an Australian postgraduate qualification (or international equivalent) in a related discipline (as above). OR Applicants without any relevant prior qualification will be considered if they have at least 10 years of relevant industry experience.

English Language Requirements

A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.

Credit Transfer and Recognised Prior Learning

Some applicants may be eligible for credit. Please refer to the Articulation and Pathways section for further information.

Sustainability issues generate a broad range of problems and challenges. The program aims to address a diverse range of learning activities to underpin capabilities.

As a graduate of this program, you will have developed the following skills and capabilities:

Knowledge:

K1 : Coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts of sustainability in one or more disciplines

K2 : Knowledge of research principles and methods

Skills:

S1 : Cognitive skills to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge to identify and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence

S2 : Cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge and theoretical concepts with advanced understanding in some areas

S3 : Cognitive skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding

S4 : Technical skills to design and use research in a project

S5 : Communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences

Application of knowledge and skills:

A1 : With initiative and judgement in professional practice and/or scholarship and skills

A2 : To adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts

A3 : With responsibility and accountability for own learning and practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters

A4 : To plan and execute project work and/or a piece of research and scholarship with some independence