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 from social, sustainable and environmental perspectives, with a focus on the design and implementation of urban environments that prioritize sustainable practices. Apply circular economy principles to urban challenges including public space and cultural heritage, green infrastructure, governance and policy, waste and resource use, and economics and supply chains. In the later part of this course pursue either an Advanced Discipline Course Work or Research pathway.
Ready for a career that will make a real difference?
With the world's urban population predicted to more than double by 2050# the need for jobs that support the transition to more sustainable cities is clear. The Master of Science (Design for Circular Cities) (Professional) prepares you to meet this demand.
Learn by doing with opportunities for global study tours and get hands-on in the applied design research lab unit, where you'll apply design thinking and research methods to real-world problems and build innovative thinking and problem-solving skills. Opportunities to engage with industry allow you to gain invaluable experience while you study, giving you a head start upon graduation.
In the later part of this course, you will choose to pursue a dedicated pathway in either Advanced Discipline Course Work or Research. Students undertaking the Advanced Disciple Coursework Pathway will focus their area of study in either environmental systems, urban life or urban systems. Students pursuing a research pathway will undertake a Masters level thesis or research project.
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.
The Master of Science (Design for Circular Cities) (Professional) gives you the advanced career and research skills to meet the demand for more sustainable development practices, while meeting the predicted 18.6% growth in urban and reginal planners by 2026#. As a graduate you may pursue career opportunities in areas such as:
To complete the Master of Science (Design for Circular Cities) (Professional), students must attain 16 credit points, which must include the following:
Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.
9
Core credit points
3
Pathway units
4
Elective units
16
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.