Sydney,
NSW,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Sustainable Development -1.5 years in Sydney Australia | Macquarie University
Macquarie University
|
Sydney Australia
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
45,100
(c. USD31,809.03)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The 21st century faces three critical challenges: promoting decent work, eliminating poverty, and ensuring environmental sustainability. Shifting to eco-friendly societies demands an economy-wide transformation and widespread adoption of green skills among workers. Experts predict 100 million green jobs will be necessary by 2030, yet currently just 12.5% of workers possess relevant green skills. Consequently, professionals capable of implementing sustainable solutions across established and new industries will find global opportunities.
Distinct from other sustainability programs, the Master of Sustainable Development offers an interdisciplinary curriculum tailored to the growing green economy. By combining insights from business, law, sociology, geography, urban planning, health sciences, and environmental studies, this degree equips students with versatile skills applicable to all industries - particularly key sectors like energy, transportation, and finance that are crucial for achieving sustainability goals.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
2 years
AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent
1.5 years
AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent, or
AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent, and approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning, or
AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65
English language requirements
- IELTS Academic - IELTS of 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in each band, or equivalent
- TOEFL iBT - 83 (Reading - 13; Writing - 21; Listening - 12; Speaking - 18)
- PTE Academic - 58 minimum 52 in each band, or equivalent
- Cambridge English (C1A or C2P) - 180 minimum 169 in each band, or equivalent
- Occupational English Test (OET) - (Reading - C+; Writing - C+; Listening - C/C+; Speaking - C/C+)
- Duolingo English Test (DET) - 115 minimum 110 in each band, or equivalent
Tuition
AUD
45,100