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Master of Ecosystem Management and Conservation

University of Melbourne
Melbourne , Australia
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Tuition Fee
AUD 56,000
Per year
Start Date
2027-02-23
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
2 years
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Degree
Masters
Major
Ecology | Environmental Sciences
Area of study
Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries | Natural Science
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
AUD 56,000
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2026-02-23-
2027-02-23-
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Program Overview

Master of Ecosystem Management and Conservation

The Master of Ecosystem Management and Conservation is a graduate coursework program designed to prepare students for a wide range of ecosystem, forest, and landscape management employment pathways. This program provides specialist knowledge in the biophysical and social aspects of ecosystem management, working at both local and landscape levels.


Overview

As our ecosystems and land management sectors change, how we study and work with them must change too. This course will give students hands-on, practical skills in the management of our biophysical environment while learning to successfully consult and collaborate with communities and other stakeholders.


Course Details

  • Course code: MC-ECOSMC
  • Duration: 2 years full-time / 4 years part-time
  • Location: On campus (Parkville)
  • Intake: February

Fees

  • Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are available

Entry Schemes

  • Access Melbourne is available

Course Structure

The Master of Ecosystem Management and Conservation will address the ecosystem, forestry, and land management industries' continued need for strong leadership, problem-solving, and cross-sector cooperation. The program is created in consultation with industry, state government, and NGO networks to build a course that will give students work-related skills for now and into the future.


Related Study Areas

  • Biological sciences
  • Conservation
  • Earth and environmental sciences
  • Environment
  • Environmental law, policy, and sustainability
  • Science

Program Focus

The program focuses on preparing students for a wide range of employment pathways by providing them with specialist knowledge in ecosystem management. Students will learn to work with stakeholders, including land management agencies and private forestry companies, and will build hands-on, practical skills in the management of the biophysical environment. The program also emphasizes the importance of successfully consulting and collaborating with communities and other stakeholders.


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