Program Overview

Overview of the Master of Sustainable Energy (Management)

The Master of Sustainable Energy (Management) is a 2-year program designed to address complex problems across disciplines and equip students with the knowledge and skills to progress to leadership positions in the energy sector. This program focuses on the complex trilemma of energy affordability, reliability, and environmental sustainability.

Program Details

• Duration: 2 years (or part-time equivalent)
• Location: St Lucia
• Program Code: 5708
• AQF: Level 9
• CRICOS Code: B

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for entry, students must have:

• A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, or
• Successfully completed 3 years of study towards an approved qualification at an overseas partner institution, with a formal pathway to the Master of Sustainable Energy (Management).
• A grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in their previous qualification.

Relevant Disciplines

Relevant disciplines include:

• Engineering
• Science
• Environmental management
• Economics
• Commerce
• Business
• Public policy
• International development
• Information technology
• Energy
• Law
• Architecture/design

Fees and Scholarships

• Indicative Annual Fee: Approximately $9,540 (2026)
• International Student Fee: AUD $58,056 (2026)
• Additional Costs: Students are responsible for the cost of travel to attend intensive study blocks.
• Scholarships: Available, including the Aquatec Maxcon Scholarship, Edwin Munro Scholarship in Agricultural Science, and more.

How to Apply

• Applying Online: All international applications should be submitted to UQ. Domestic applications should also be submitted directly to UQ.
• Program Code: 5708
• Important Dates: The closing date for this program is May 30 of the year of commencement for international students and January 31 of the year of commencement for domestic students.

Career Possibilities

Postgraduate study can lead to various careers, including:

• Sustainable energy engineer
• Energy project manager
• Wind energy solutions manager
• Energy and sustainability professional
• Sustainability officer
• Clean energy policy officer
• Energy analyst
• Renewable energy manager
• Sustainability engagement manager

Course Structure

The program includes management courses that focus on enhanced management and provide students with research and communication skills. Students will also complete a professional project on a topic related to a current, emerging, or predicted challenge within the energy sector.

Sample Courses

• Sustainable Energy Technologies and Supply Systems
• Energy and Development
• Energy Transitions in Industrial Processes
• Energy Investment and Finance
• Net Zero Pathways for Business
• Energy Strategy, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship
• Energy Efficiency and Transport
• Energy Markets, Law and Policy

English Language Requirements

• IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6.
• TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21, and speaking 19.
• PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub-bands.
• BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
• CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub-bands.

Inherent Requirements

To complete this degree, students must meet its inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes. Read the inherent requirements before applying.

Student Visas

International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Master of Sustainable Energy (Management) are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500). There are several requirements that must be satisfied before a visa is granted, including the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.