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Master of Energy Efficient and Sustainable Building

Masters.
RMIT University

300

in world overall ranking*

30

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This master’s degree focuses on improving the energy performance and sustainability of buildings. You’ll develop skills to assess, design and manage energy-efficient building solutions, considering environmental impact, technologies and industry practice. The program is delivered on campus at RMIT’s Melbourne City location and is designed for professionals seeking specialist capability in sustainable building outcomes at master’s coursework level. The programme strengthens advanced engineering design, systems analysis, and innovation management for complex industry projects.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles supporting sustainable and energy-efficient built environments across design, construction and facilities operations. Career pathways may include sustainability officer, project manager, engineering asset manager and facilities manager, working with consultants, builders, property owners and government or infrastructure organisations. This master’s coursework qualification supports advanced practice in energy-efficient and sustainable building. Preparing graduates for engineering management, technical leadership, and specialist design roles across industrial sectors.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$46,080 per year

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A$34,560 per year

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Information

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Full-time 2 years, Part-time 4 years years

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February, July, October

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Melbourne City

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MC209

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconLPDP-RMIT SCHOLARSHIP

100% of tuition fees

tick iconMACC SCHOLARSHIP

A$10,000

tick iconRMIT READY BURSARY

20% of tuition fees

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