About the course

Learn how to turn your passion for sustainability into a rewarding career where you can make a difference within communities and regions, in both Australia and overseas. Our major in Sustainable Development aims to train you as the next generation of sustainability leaders for world-changing work in Australia and overseas. You’ll get to explore the environmental, economic, social and cultural dimensions of sustainability, and develop a wide range of much-needed green skills. Areas covered includes urban and rural sustainability, sustainability ethics and economics, and sustainable lifestyles and behaviour change. Our emphasis is on giving you the sustainability expertise needed to ‘make a difference’ within communities and regions and at the global level. 3 reasons to study Sustainable Development at Murdoch- Study a course with a great reputation, responsible for training sustainability professionals and change agents since 2000. Take on sustainability volunteering experience which will count towards your academic credits. Work with local and international organisations on realprojects as part of our work integrated learning program. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Murdoch
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Murdoch
Trimester 3 (August), 2024	Murdoch
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Murdoch
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Murdoch
Trimester 3 (August), 2025	Murdoch
Trimester 1 (January), 2026	Murdoch
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Murdoch
Trimester 2 (May), 2026	Murdoch
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Murdoch
Trimester 3 (August), 2026	Murdoch

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Murdoch University

For admission into Murdoch you must be able to provide evidence of competency in the English language. This is usually achieved through one of the following:

　　A scaled score of 50% or more in ATAR English, English Literature or English as a Second Language (or interstate equivalent).

　　An Academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) overall score of 6.0 (with no band below 6.0) or equivalent scores for the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic, TOEFL iBT or the Occupational English Test (OET).

　　Successful completion of a University enabling course (e.g. OnTrack, FlexiTrack).

　　A score of 140 or more in the Written English component of the STAT test

　　Successful completion of either a Diploma (AQF Level 5 or higher) OR two University-level units (AQF Level 7 or higher).

　　Test of English as a Foreign Language - IBT (TOEFL IBT) - 73 with no band less than 18

　　You are currently completing Year 12, or have completed it within the last two years, and are using the results you gained at school for entry. This includes ATAR (or equivalent from interstate or overseas) or vocational education and training qualifications completed during your studies at high school.

　　International Baccalaureate - 3 or better in Higher level (HL), 4 or better in Standard Level (SL)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 73.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Murdoch University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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