Master of Sustainability

About the course

Deakin’s Master of Sustainability develops the expertise to tackle complex sustainability challenges across environmental, social and economic dimensions. You’ll build a foundation in sustainability and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, then tailor your degree via specialisations in environmental management, health and environment, or sustainable regional development. Industry connections and optional industry practice help you apply learning in real-world contexts in this master’s course in sustainability.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared to design and implement practical sustainability solutions across government, non-government and private sector settings. Career pathways include sustainability or ESG roles, environmental and sustainability policy support, program and project coordination, community and regional development, and environmental management. The course’s industry engagement and optional industry practice can support professional networks for master’s-level work in environmental sustainability and management.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)