Master of Climate Change Adaptation by Research
Study Discipline: Environmental Science
Study Programme Details
Country: Australia
Admission Sessions: Autumn Session, Spring Session
Study Format: Full Time
Mode of Study: Fully on Site
About this Study Course
Embark on a transformative journey to address the pressing challenges of climate change with the Master in Climate Change Adaptation by Research at the University of the Sunshine Coast. This program empowers you to take a leadership role in the global effort to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change.
Overview
In the Master in Climate Change Adaptation by Research program at the University of the Sunshine Coast, you will delve deeply into the social, cultural, political, and economic implications of climate change. Focused on regions where climatic conditions pose threats to water and food security, public health, amenities, quality of life, and living conditions, you will engage in research to develop an understanding of international and national obligations and emerging trends in climate change assessment and management.
Admission Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Master in Climate Change Adaptation by Research, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher or an equivalent Bachelor Honours degree. The prior study must be relevant to the discipline area, and candidates lacking research methodology preparation will undertake a specified course.
- A Higher Degree by Research (HDR) is a supervised research program that requires undertaking original research, resulting in a thesis, or a thesis and exegesis.
- During the Master by Research program, Master by Research candidates are required to achieve several milestones that relate to their research training.
- Milestones are program requirements and periodic assessments of candidature progression. Milestones are distributed throughout HDR candidature providing structure and mechanism for regular review and feedback on progress towards both the research project and attainment of the University’s Research Graduate Attributes.
Invest in your climate change education with a tuition fee of A$59,200 for the Master in Climate Change Adaptation by Research program.
Future Career Outcomes
Anticipate a future where you play a pivotal role in shaping policies, conducting impactful research, and implementing strategies to address the challenges posed by climate change.
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