Master of Environmental Advocacy
Why study the Master of Environmental Advocacy at UNE?
The Master of Environmental Advocacy degree is aimed at staff and volunteers of environmental organisations, businesses and international non-government organizations (NGOs), as well as conservationists, teachers, Land Care officers, citizens concerned about environmental issues, and sustainability officers and environmental education officers working for local, state and federal governments.
Governments, councils and business are increasingly employing environmental officers and consultants, and initiating environmental programmes e.g. the Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water, and NSW's Sustainability Programs Division. Therefore, there is a growing demand for persons qualified to work as environmental advocates.
Environmental NGOs are playing an ever greater role in global, regional and local affairs. They too benefit from a pool of qualified advocates, particularly those who display ability to see 'the big picture', and who can employ creativity and leadership.
The degree will offer a unique blend of environmental security, ethics and philosophy, peace studies and politics as well as a selection of subjects from geography, history, archaeology, economics, health, education and other relevant areas.
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DURATION
1 Year Full-timeUp to 4 years Part-time
FEES
CSP (quotas apply)Full Fee
International
2013 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 2, Off Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
All domestic students apply direct to UNE. This course is only available off-campus (distance education).
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International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | MEnvAdvcy | |||||||||
| Course Type | Postgraduate | |||||||||
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| Fees | CSP (quotas apply)/ Full Fee / International | |||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 48 | |||||||||
| Benefits | Candidates who enrol in the Master of Environmental Advocacy and complete 24 credit points from the units specified in the course schedule may apply to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Arts. Such graduates who then wish to complete the Master of Environmental Advocacy must re-apply for admission. |
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| How to apply |
All domestic students apply direct to UNE. This course is only available off-campus (distance education). For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Mandatory intensive schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall have an undergraduate degree. International students must meet the University's English language requirements. |
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| Practical, Clinical or Work Experience | Students working for an environmental NGO or business, or with a governmental or council sustainability department or involved in other environmental projects - will be encouraged to incorporate their experience and ideas into developing HUMS Research Projects (507, 508) where possible. |
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| Advanced Standing | The course coordinator may grant advanced standing for: (a) up to 24 credit points on the basis of units that have been counted towards another postgraduate qualification at this or another university provided they have a reasonable degree of correspondence to units listed for the course work program; or (b) up to 24 credit points for other significant learning which the School considers equivalent to units listed for the course work program. |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall have an undergraduate degree.
International students must meet the University's English language requirements.
Advanced Standing
The course coordinator may grant advanced standing for:
(a) up to 24 credit points on the basis of units that have been counted towards another postgraduate qualification at this or another university provided they have a reasonable degree of correspondence to units listed for the course work program; or
(b) up to 24 credit points for other significant learning which the school considers equivalent to units listed for the course work program.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) one year as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to four years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 48 credit points.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 24 cps |
| Listed Units | 24 cps |
| Total | 48 cps |
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Award of the Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Master of Environmental Advocacy.
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Arts on completion of 24 credit points.
Such graduates who then wish to complete the Master of Environmental Advocacy must re-apply for admission and will be subject to the most current rules for the course.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.
| Course Aims |
The degree will allow participants to gain skills in environmental advocacy, and to obtain a high-level qualification. The degree will improve participants' ability to advocate for the environment, and enable them to achieve a holistic overview of the area by studying disciplines which surround and complement it. Conference attendances and publications will be encouraged.
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| Learning Outcomes |
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
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| Graduate Attributes |
Knowledge of a Discipline
As a professional development course, this award will teach knowledge of environmental advocacy, incorporating a multi-disciplinary approach centred on Peace Studies
Communication Skills
Students will be taught communication skills:
1. through assignment work which must express well organised and logical arguments to study and explore environmental issues and solutions.
2. through written feedback on the assignments for the units.
3. through participation in online discussions.
Students will be assessed on the style of writing, clarity of writing, expression and development of ideas, and referencing.
Global Perspectives
This course has a global perspective. Students will study the multi-disciplinary 'big picture' of environmental advocacy, but also be grounded through examination of local and particular issues.
Information Literacy
Students will be taught the methodologies that produce innovative thinkers and problem-solvers. Students will develop research skills in collecting and evaluating data, including the skills to assess the utility of information, identify the most useful sources of information and critically examine these sources.
Life-Long Learning
Through completing the assessments, students will be practising independent learning skills, and bringing their own experiences into broader theoretical contexts. The skills and knowledge gained can be taken into the world to provide positive, practical solutions to environmental problems.
Problem Solving
Learning how to problem-solving is an integral part of the degree. Doing this collaboratively and creatively will be encouraged. Students will be assessed on their ability to conceptualise problems and formulate a range of solutions. Students will need to collect, collate and analyse relevant information to assist problem solving (practice).
Social Responsibility
Students will be taught about their professional responsibilities as a researcher to engage in balanced and accurate research. In addition, students will be taught that they have a social responsibility to question and challenge some 'facts'. This will be assessed and taught through their responses to assessment and discussions in online postings.
Team Work
Students will work collaboratively and network effectively to solve problems on the discussion board (Blackboard), taking the initiative and leading others in this environment. They will also negotiate and assert their own values and respect the values and contributions of others on the discussion board and in their own assessment tasks.
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