Masters (Coursework)
Be ready to step into the job opportunities offered by the booming green economy with the Master of Science (Design for Circular Cities) (Professional). This course is situated in the cutting-edge arena of sustainable urban development through a new understanding of circularity in the built environment and will equip you with the skills to succeed as a leader in the growing field of urban sustainability. The expertise you gain will enable you to help influence a more sustainable future and create environmentally resilient communities.
Learn how to effectively influence circular city systems with a focus on the design and implementation of urban environments that prioritise sustainable practices, such as the minimisation of waste and efficient use of resources. Through a mixture of core and course elective units you'll learn to apply circular economy principles to urban challenges including public space and cultural heritage, green infrastructure, governance and policy, economics and supply chains.
Passionate about a career in building a sustainable future?
With the world adding 1 million people to cities every five days the need for jobs that contribute to environmental preservation and support the transition to more sustainable cities is clear. Deakin's Master of Science (Design for Circular Cities) prepares you to meet this demand.
Learn by doing through participation in joint projects with our UNESCO Cities of Design international network. Get hands-on experience in the applied design research lab, where you'll apply design thinking and research methods to real-world problems and build innovative thinking and problem-solving skills. Gain in-depth foundational knowledge via core units covering environmental systems, urban life or urban systems, before exploring the topics in urban sustainability that interest you most through electives. Choose topics such as food security, climate change, community development, leadership and finance and data analytics to name a few.
As issues of sustainability become increasingly central to our built environment, businesses and how we live, your cutting-edge knowledge and work-ready skills will be highly sought after by employers.
Architecture, engineering and construction industries are some of Australia's biggest employers. But our biggest services sector also produces roughly 40% of landfill waste and accounts for 18.1% of Australia's carbon footprint. The sector must change its practices fast for Australia to meet its commitments to cut emissions.
The Master of Science (Design for Circular Cities) gives you the advanced knowledge and skills to meet this demand for more sustainable development practices. As a graduate you may pursue career opportunities in areas such as:
To complete the Master of Science (Design for Circular Cities), students must attain 12 credit points, which must include the following:
Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.
8
Core credit points
4
Elective units
12
Total
The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning which exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students are required to complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University, or four credit points, whichever is the greater. In the case of certificates, including graduate certificates, a minimum of two credit points within the course must be completed at Deakin.
You can also refer to the Recognition of prior learning system which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree and how to apply for credit.