Specialisation overview
Get the skills to champion positive environmental change in every career and any industry.
This sector-leading course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to be prepared and qualified to tackle urgent environmental issues in your chosen field.
You'll work with key community and industry partners to understand environment and climate challenges from the perspective of different disciplines. You'll learn about the UN Sustainable Development Goals and develop foundational knowledge of innovative thinking and project design.
You'll also take part in a Sustainability Challenge, where you will help develop solutions to real world problems that are contributing to climate change, pollution and biodiversity loss.
Just as the environment and climate emergency change affects every person on this planet, this course is applicable to every career and every industry. You'll have the flexibility to choose two optional units in an area that supports your unique interests and career goals.
By becoming 'Planet Positive', you will learn how to champion positive environmental change, helping to shift society from the current paradigm of simply reducing impact, to one that promotes regenerative action.
Detailed course structure and unit information
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How to study this specialisation
A specialisation is a set of four units you study to complement your degree. It helps you broaden your expertise and tailor your degree to your career goals. To study this specialisation, you’ll need to apply for one of the courses listed below.
Degrees
Double degrees
Some units vary between degrees but provide similar core knowledge and learning experiences. You may also be able to study this masters as part of a different degree, depending on the course structure. for more information.
Why study at Curtin?
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We're ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide.
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Connect with industry
You'll get to work (and network!) directly with industry in our Sustinability Challenge unit.
Learn from experts
This course is designed by sustainability leader Professor Josh Byrne, Curtin's Dean of Sustainable Futures.
For full entry requirements, fees and information for international students, visit the course page.
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