The Master of Environmental Management at Charles Darwin University offers postgraduate education focused on the principles and practices of environmental management, with a particular emphasis on tropical and arid ecosystems. The program equips professionals with knowledge and skills applicable to managing natural resources within their social context. Core units explore the social dimensions of environmental management, while specialist electives allow for tailored learning. Students can choose to study online, on campus, or a combination of both, benefiting from small class sizes and direct access to academic staff. The curriculum is designed to be responsive to the evolving needs of employers and stakeholders, incorporating current research outcomes. Graduates will be prepared to apply academic theories to real-world environmental challenges, developing critical thinking for future-focused solutions. The course provides opportunities to develop practical, technical, and research skills, including fieldwork and potential work-integrated learning projects.
The course structure includes core units, specialist electives, and a research project. Core units provide the foundational knowledge, while electives allow for specialization. Students can also undertake fieldwork and work-integrated learning opportunities.
Graduates are prepared for careers in environmental and natural resources management. Potential employers include regional agencies, environmental NGOs, Indigenous natural resource management organizations, consultancy firms, and the resources sector. Some graduates may choose to pursue further study, such as a PhD.
Commonwealth Supported places and full fee paying places are available. International tuition fees are listed separately.
Graduates may seek professional membership to associations such as the Australian Rangelands Society, Ecological Society of Australia and Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand.