Outline
Outline
This course explores constructive and creative transitions to sustainability. You will analyse policies and practices to address global sustainable development goals that aim to support people, planet, prosperity and peace.
You will explore the basic issues, concepts and methodologies central to sustainability and climate policy, and pursue studies in areas of particular need and priority through optional units.
The course is designed with a strong emphasis on professional practice, to strengthen your career opportunities and stimulate your professional development.
You’ll have the opportunity to research real-world issues and apply what you have learned through professional work and community engagement.
You’ll also develop your skills in social research and analysis, and be able to strengthen your connections with business, government and the community.
The master degree comprises three levels of study, with completion of one level providing credit towards the next. You can choose to exit the degree at the graduate certificate or graduate diploma level.
Students who complete the master degree to a high standard can apply for doctoral-level studies.
Please refer to the handbook for additional course overview information.
What jobs can the Sustainability and Climate Policy course lead to?
The future of sustainability and climate policy
The challenges posed by climate change in a rapidly urbanising world are becoming more evident. The Environment and Climate Emergency announced by the British Parliament reflects the increasing demand for climate solutions, particularly from the world’s next generation of citizens.
Aligned with this global emergency, Curtin’s sustainability and climate policy courses are forward-thinking, integrating the knowledge and skills needed for global change.
Content is supported by demand-driven research at the Curtin University Sustainability and Climate Policy (CUSP) Institute in fields such as sustainability, renewable energy, sustainable transport, food, water and waste management, and sustainable production and consumption.
Industries
- Engineering
- Local government
- Urban planning
- Regional development
- Conservation and environment
- Resources and energy
- Transport
What you'll learn
- apply a range of relevant disciplinary knowledges to the concept of sustainability in work and community settings
- apply critical and analytical skills within a sustainability framework; think creatively to develop practical pathways to sustainability
- locate, critically evaluate and synthesise relevant and reliable information sources on sustainability
- communicate ideas and information, verbally and in writing, to a range of target audiences
- use communication and research technologies to effectively collect information and communicate findings
- demonstrate a reflexive and adaptive approach to learning; understand second order learning; identify and apply successful learning strategies
- recognise the global nature of sustainability and the relationship between global and local sustainability issues; identify and apply international good practice to sustainability
- recognise the diverse meanings and applications of the notion of culture to sustainability; respect indigenous culture and its relevance to sustainability; identify the complexities and benefits multiculturalism brings to sustainability; and critique culture as an integrated system of norms that enable or disable sustainability
- demonstrate the ability within sustainability practice to work effectively as a team and independently when appropriate; show leadership and apply ethical and professional standards
