Master of Philosophy (Environmental Science)

This research based higher degree develops research skills and advances knowledge. This research course caters for those with research interests in Environment and Marine science and provides opportunities to develop specialist knowledge by research and the preparation of a thesis.

Curtin is widely recognised for applied research firmly focused on solving real-world problems. Underpinning our research endeavours are strong partnerships with industry, business and government, which result in outcomes that greatly benefit the broader community locally, nationally and globally. Our international reputation for being a strong partner in industry-driven research ensures our graduates enjoy outstanding opportunities to become innovators in their fields.

• demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on that knowledge and its application
• investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and to apply established theories to different bodies of knowledge or practice
• generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level
• design, use and evaluate research and research methods
• present a coherent and sustained argument and to disseminate research concepts, plans and results to the general community, peers, and the national and international research community
• design, evaluate, implement, analyse, theorise and disseminate research that makes an original contribution to knowledge and/or professional practice