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Master of Environmental Economics (Online)

  • Masters (Coursework)

Challenge yourself with a globally relevant Master of Environmental Economics and tackle environmental challenges.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Course Code
70570
Study Mode
In person

About this course

Environmental economics is a globally relevant field of applied economics that has expanded to tackle the major challenges to society of climate change, biodiversity loss, land degradation and pollution. Graduates will gain detailed knowledge and an understanding of core concepts including non-market valuation, natural resource management, market failure and the design of incentives for pro-environmental behaviour. Students will develop an understanding of microeconomic theory in the context of environmental problems. Additionally, students will gain quantitative skills for economic modelling and statistical analysis that are developed through core units. The aim of the course is to provide students with the skills to analyse economic policies to address major environmental challenges including climate change, biodiversity loss, land degradation, pollution, water resource management, over-fishing and the link between development and the environment. Students will be trained to follow careers as environmental economists working in consultancy and in government policy.

Entry requirements

Admission requirements

If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a bachelor's degree, or equivalent as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; and
Applicant must have completed prior
studies at a tertiary level in either science, engineering, economics, natural resource management, or policy studies; or a related cognate discipline, as recognised by UWA.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a bachelor's degree, or equivalent as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; and
Applicant must have completed prior
studies at a tertiary level in either science, engineering, economics, natural resource management, or policy studies; or a related cognate discipline, as recognised by UWA.
Ranking and Selection Process
Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

Study locations

Perth

Career pathways

Careers and further study

Explore the career opportunities available to you.

Career Pathways

Students will be trained to follow career opportunities as an environmental economist working in consultancy and government policy.

Industries:

  • NGOs
  • Renewable Resources
  • Government Agencies
  • Consultancy firms

Fields:

  • Environmental Policy
  • Environmental Economics
  • Consultancy
Career Pathways

Students will be trained to follow career opportunities as an environmental economist working in consultancy and government policy.

Industries:

  • NGOs
  • Renewable Resources
  • Government Agencies
  • Consultancy firms

Fields:

  • Environmental Policy
  • Environmental Economics
  • Consultancy
Career Options

Career opportunities following this course include:

  • Environmental Economist
  • Environmental Policy Consultant
  • Environmental Management
  • Climate change economist
  • Natural resource manager
Career Options
Further Study
Students completing this degree may have the option to pursue further studies in research. Find out about our world-class research at UWA Science Global.
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Further Study Students completing this degree may have the option to pursue further studies in research. Find out about our world-class research at UWA Science Global.

Course structure

Conversion

Students may be required to complete relevant conversion units up to the value of 24 points, as advised by the School or Advising Office.

Core

Take all units (36 points):

Option

For students in course by coursework only, take unit(s) to the value of 24 points of which at least 12 points (2 units) must be taken at Level 5. Students in course by coursework and dissertation, take unit(s) to the value of 12 points.

Option

Students in course by coursework only, take all units in this group (12 points):

Option

Students in course by coursework and dissertation, take all units in this group (24 points):

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