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About the course
The Master of Climate Change is a 72-unit program designed to build breadth and depth across climate change science and policy. It covers impacts, adaptation, mitigation, and the economics, law, governance and policy settings that shape climate responses. Taught by leading experts, it combines core climate change study with a wide selection of electives to tailor learning to your background and career goals.
What you might learn
You will develop advanced understanding of climate systems and climate-related risks, alongside practical policy and analytical skills. The program builds capability in evaluating mitigation and adaptation options, applying economic and governance frameworks, and communicating climate evidence for decision-making. Research methods and a research project component support skills in designing, conducting and presenting applied climate change analysis.
Career outcome
Graduates may work in climate and environmental policy, sustainability and net-zero strategy, climate risk and adaptation planning, and climate economics and governance. Career paths include roles in government, international organisations, consulting, NGOs, research agencies and industry, supporting emissions reduction programs, climate resilience projects, environmental regulation and policy evaluation, and stakeholder engagement on climate and environmental change.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements are not specified here. Applicants generally need an eligible prior tertiary qualification, and may receive credit or exemptions based on previous study or relevant work experience, including credit from a pre-sessional component. Additional requirements may apply depending on background and chosen study pattern.
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