The survival of all life on earth depends on properly functioning ecosystems. Without biodiversity, ecosystems break down. When this happens, our water systems, the air we breathe and the environments in which we grow food are all impacted. Conserving the environment has become a global priority, and those with specialist skills in identifying and implementing strategies for preserving our rich diversity are in demand.
The Master of Conservation Biology, which focuses on the theory, practice and ethics of biological conservation from the level of wild populations to entire ecosystems, will equip you with such specialist skills. You’ll advance your knowledge in areas such as climate change biology, regional and global conservation, GIS and remote sensing, wild populations and field methods, as well as undertake a biology research placement.

With the world population rapidly growing, the need for products and technologies that can produce sustainable food sources, create cleaner fuels, reduce our environmental footprint and combat disease also grows. Biotechnology, which has been employed for thousands of years in agriculture, food production and medicine, utilises cellular and biomolecular processes to develop such products and technologies.
In the Master of Biotechnology, you’ll advance your knowledge in areas such as bioethics, protein discovery, molecular genomics, medical biotechnology and functional proteomics. Such knowledge will equip you with a core competency in advanced molecular biotechnology approaches so that you’re primed for a career that is vital to improving our lives and the health of our planet.

Decent work, poverty eradication and environmental sustainability are three defining challenges of the 21st century. Transitioning towards environmentally sustainable societies requires a whole-of-economy approach and a massive infusion of green skills across the workforce. To meet this need, it’s estimated that 100 million green jobs will be needed by 2030, but currently, only one in eight workers has green skills. Therefore, those with skills to drive sustainable solutions across both traditional and emerging sectors will be in demand worldwide.
The Master of Sustainable Development – unique among sustainability degrees – takes a multidisciplinary approach to addressing the evolving needs of the green economy. Drawing on the expertise of specialists from business, law, sociology, geography, planning, health and environmental science, it will provide you with a comprehensive skillset relevant to all sectors, but especially those pivotal to meeting sustainability targets, such as energy production, transportation and finance.

With climate models predicting that our planet will cross the global warming threshold of 1.5 degrees Celsius within the next decade, the transition to a greener economy has never been more timely. Such a transition will enhance our ability to manage natural resources sustainably, increase energy efficiency and reduce waste, foster sustainable consumption and production, and contribute to the fight against climate change. It will also drive green skills growth across all industries.
The multidisciplinary and future-focused Master of Environment will provide you with the skills required for roles in emerging green sectors, such as renewable energies, as well as for roles in traditional sectors – industry, construction and agriculture – that are evolving to be greener. And with the degree’s renewed focus on industry engagement, you’ll have unique opportunities to not only build your industry networks, but to gain valuable practical experience working in partnership with industry to develop solutions to genuine environmental challenges.

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生物保护学硕士

Master of Conservation Biology

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生物技术硕士

Master of Biotechnology

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可持续发展硕士

Master of Sustainable Development

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环境学硕士

Master of Environment

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