Master of Climate Change

The Australian National University

About Master of Climate Change

A single 1.5 year graduate degree offered by the Crawford School of Public Policy

Do you want to tackle one of the most important and complex environmental problems encountered by humankind? The ANU Master of Climate Change program offers significant breadth and depth of study in climate change science and policy, including economics, law, policy and governance aspects. You can develop a unique program of advanced learning suited to your individual background, interests, and career goals. The degree covers a core syllabus of climate impacts, adaptation, mitigation, climate change economics and policy including methodological approaches and practical application to current issues. It is taught by some of Australia's leading experts in climate change analysis. A wide range of elective courses from across ANU is also available. Credit and exemptions may be given for prior study and work experience, including to the pre-sessional program.

  • Apply advanced knowledge in particular aspects of climate change, and a broad knowledge of the current issues in and approaches to climate change adaptation and mitigation from both science and policy perspectives

  • Use concepts, tools and analytical frameworks to evaluate climate change policies and science, applying a critical appreciation of how the relationships between them inform and shape debate

  • Independently apply their knowledge, analytical and research capabilities in professional practice in climate change, such as required by governments, non-governmental organisations and business

  • Effectively communicate knowledge and understanding in climate change to both specialist and non-specialist audiences

Entry Requirements

International Applicants

Applicants who complete a recognised secondary/senior secondary/post-secondary/tertiary sequence of study will be assessed on the basis of an equivalent selection rank that is calculated upon application. A list of commonly observed international qualifications and corresponding admission requirements can be found here. Applicants must also meet any program specific requirements that are listed below.

English Requirements

  • Min PTE: 64
  • Min IELTS: 6.5
  • Min TOEFL: 80

Career

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Course Summary

Study level

Postgraduate

Discipline

Social Studies and Media

Cricos

102926E

Duration

1.5 years

Study mode

On Campus

Fee*

A$49,330 per year
University Summary

AU Ranking: 1

QS Ranking: 31=

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