Program Requirements
The Master of Environment program consists of 8 courses (48 units), comprising

1. an approved course in the general topic area of Economics & Governance;
2. an approved course in the general topic area of Environmental Science;
3. an approved course in the general topic area of Society & Environment;
4. an approved course in the general topic area of Research Methods;
5. four approved courses in an agreed area of specialisation:
• these four courses must include two courses comprising a Major Research Essay on an approved topic;
• in exceptional circumstances, in which the candidate has a demonstrated record of research achievement, these four courses may comprise a Sub-Thesis on an approved topic;
• in either case, the choice of research topic is dependent upon the availability and agreement of a supervisor.

Specialisations include, but are not limited to: climate science; earth systems, environmental modelling; human ecology; integrated water resources modelling; water science and policy [list to be expanded to include specialisations offered by other areas, and others offered by the Fenner School of Environment and Society].

The information published on the Study at ANU 2010 website applies to the 2010 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2009 website.