Master of Environmental Science and Management
Why study the Master of Environmental Science and Management at UNE?
The Master of Environmental Science and Management is a coursework and research degree. The program involves advanced postgraduate training for graduates who have an appropriate first degree for a career in environmental science and management, environmental protection, consultancy, and industries such as mining and agriculture. The program is also particularly valuable for candidates who are currently employed as resources managers and wish to upgrade their qualifications for either professional or academic reasons.
Please note: this course was previously known as Master of Natural Resources
Career Opportunities
Well-qualified graduates can seek out opportunities in non-government and government programs in soil conservation, endangered species conservation, water resources management, biodiversity conservation, pollution control, environmental management, and natural resources management. Graduates are also qualified for employment in research organisations such as CSIRO, universities, environmental protection agencies, and with environmental planning consultants.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
1.5 Years Full-timeUp to 6 years Part-time
FEES
CSP (quotas apply)Full Fee
International
2013 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 1, On Campus
Trimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
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| Official Abbreviation | MEnvScMgt | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Postgraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| Fees | CSP (quotas apply)/ Full Fee / International | |||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 72 | |||||||||||||||
| Benefits | Further Postgraduate Opportunities: Graduates are eligible to apply for admission to candidature for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). |
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| How to apply |
All domestic students apply direct to UNE For more information, click here
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory 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: (a) hold a bachelor degree from a recognised University in a discipline related to Environmental Science or Environmental Management or Natural Resources; or (b) satisfy the school by means of other qualifications and relevant experience of adequate preparation for candidature; or (c) be permitted to transfer to candidature for the degree of Master of Environmental Science and Management if recommended by the school from the award of Master of Environmental Science. |
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| Advanced Standing | Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except for an approved articulation in the course). The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 24 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by UNE and approved for the course comprising: (a) 24 credit points for units completed at UNE and not more than 12 credit points completed at 200 level; or (b) 24 credit points for units completed from another institution and not counted towards an awarded qualification; or (c) 6 credit points on the basis of considerable professional experience. There shall be no maximum advanced standing on the basis of units completed at this University that have not counted towards a qualification. There shall be no advanced standing awarded for NR595 or NR691. |
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Reseda (BCC 77) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall:
(a) hold a bachelor degree from a recognised University in a discipline related to Environmental Science or Environmental Management or Natural Resources; or
(b) satisfy the school by means of other qualifications and relevant experience of adequate preparation for candidature; or
(c) be permitted to transfer to candidature for the degree of Master of Environmental Science and Management if recommended by the school for the award of the Master of Environmental Science.
Advanced Standing
Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except for an approved articulation in the course).
The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 24 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by UNE and approved for the course comprising:
(a) 24 credit points for units completed at UNE with not more than 12 credit points completed at 200 level; or
(b) 24 credit points for units completed from another institution and not counted towards an awarded qualification; or
(c) 6 credit points on the basis of considerable professional experience.
There shall be no maximum advanced standing on the basis of units completed at this University that have not counted towards a qualification.
There shall be no advanced standing awarded for NR595 and NR691.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) 1.5 years as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to six years as a part-time candidate.
On the recommendation of the candidate's supervisor, the period of candidature may be extended.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass unit to the value of 72 credit points, including NR691 and 48 credit points, of which at least 36 credit points must be at 500-level or above from the Listed Units or as approved by the course coordinator. No units shall be below 200-level.
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 | 48 cps |
| Total | 72 cps |
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Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirments shall be awarded the Master of Environmental Science and Management.
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Environmental Science on completion of 24 credit points.
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Master of Environmental Science on completion of 48 credit points.
Submission of Thesis
Students enrolled in the Master of Environmental Science and Management are eligible to enrol in postgraduate thesis units only with the approval of the course coordinator.
The student shall submit to the School two copies of the thesis bound in a form approved by the school. The student shall submit with the thesis a statement from his or her supervisor certifying that the thesis is in a form suitable for examination.
Examination of Thesis
On the recommendation of the supervisor or supervisors, the School Teaching and Learning Committee will appoint two examiners, at least one will be external to the University. Examiners will be sent the relevant degree information.
The examiners' reports on the thesis will be considered by the School Teaching and Learning Committee which will recommend:
(a) that NR691 be awarded an SR (Satisfied Requirements); or
(b) that NR691 be awarded an SR subject to the candidate making amendments to the thesis as specified by the examiners and to the satisfaction of the supervisor(s); or
(c) that NR691 be failed (N).
Before making a recommendation above, the School Teaching and Learning Committee may:
(a) request the examiners to consult and report to the committee; or
(b) permit the candidate to revise the thesis for re-examination if, in the opinion of the committee, the work is of sufficient merit to warrant this concession.
A candidate permitted to revise the thesis with an extension will do so within a period of time and under conditions determined by the School Teaching and Learning Committee. A candidate who has revised a thesis under the terms of an extension and who fails the re-examination will not be eligible for further examination.
Appeals
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Appeals.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.
| Course Aims | The course aims are currently unavailable. |
| Learning Outcomes |
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
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| Graduate Attributes |
Knowledge of a Discipline
Students will be required to read literature on practical, conceptual and theoretical aspects of environmental science and natural resources management, and will be provided with the opportunity to obtain specialist knowledge in selected discipline through an independent research project.
Communication Skills
Students will be required to express well-organised, logical and clearly written assessment tasks. Students will be exposed to techniques for improved oral and written communication skills throughout the course.
Global Perspectives
Students will examine examples of models, theories and case-studies of the ecology and management of ecosystems from around the world.
Information Literacy
Students will be instructed, assessed and expected to demonstrate high-level research capacity in written assignments (including a research thesis) and utilise a wide range of sources.
Life-Long Learning
Students will be instructed in, assessed and practise learning skills in critical thinking, research and communication that will be useful to them beyond the unit of learning.
Problem Solving
Students will be challenged to critically examine literature, established theories and models, and techniques from a range of disciplines to address contemporary environmental issues. Conducting an independent research project will require students to develop and answer critical research questions.
Social Responsibility
Students will be exposed to concepts of social responsibility within the course and will be required to exhibit social responsibility when interacting with other students.
Team Work
Students will be exposed to training in team skills and perspectives throughout the course, particularly in a professional workplace situation as part of their research project.
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