S6006 Master of Green and Sustainable Technologies

The course is structured in four parts. Part A. Green and sustainable technology, Part B. Further studies in chemistry,  Part C. Specialist studies in Green and sustainable technologies and Part D. Advanced practice in Green and sustainable technologies.

All students complete Parts A and C. Depending upon prior qualifications, you may receive credit for specific units in all parts of the course for relevant qualifications at undergraduate or graduate levels, respectively.  

Part A. Green and sustainable technologies

In these studies, you will be introduced to key concepts in green and sustainable technologies including the design and thinking processes that lead to the production and management of future chemicals in a variety of industries.  You will participate in a consultancy projects to gain an authentic perspective in the discipline.

Part B. Further studies in chemistry

In these studies, you will develop the discipline knowledge and skills in chemistry required to study Parts A and C.

Part C. Specialist studies in green and sustainable technologies

You will develop expertise through studio-lab studies in design and chemical applications of chemistry.  These studies are complemented by a range of units selected to either deepen your knowledge of green chemistry, managing sustainability or engaging with key concepts related to the environment.    

Part D. Advanced practice in green and sustainable technologies

You will select a coursework pathway or thesis.

The coursework pathway option includes the opportunity to undertake an internship in industry or a desktop project; these options are studied alongside a choice of listed electives. 

The second option is to undertake a 24 point research project requiring a thesis output. If you wish to use this Masters course as a pathway to a higher degree by research you should take this second option.

Master's entry points

Depending on prior qualifications you may receive entry level credit (a form of block credit) which determines your point of entry to the course:

• If you are admitted at Entry level 1 you complete 96 points, comprising Parts A, B, C and D.
• If you are admitted at Entry level 2 you complete 72 points, comprising Parts A, C and D.
• If you are admitted at Entry level 3 you complete 48 points, comprising Parts A and C

Note: If you are eligible for credit for prior studies, you may elect not to receive the credit and complete one of the higher credit-point options.

Course progression map

The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

The course comprises 96 points structured in four parts: Part A. Green and sustainable technologies (24 points), Part B. Further studies in chemistry (24 points), Part C. Specialist studies in green and sustainable technologies (24 points). Part D. Advanced practice in green and sustainable technologies (24 points).

Units are 6 points unless otherwise stated.

Part A: Green and sustainable technologies (24 points)

You must complete:

• GCH5010 Introduction to green chemistry
• GCH5020 Green chemistry innovation - transforming industry and manufacturing
• GCH5030 Green chemistry consultancy project (12 points)

Part B: Further studies in chemistry (24 points)

You must complete 4 units (24 points) from:

• CHM2911 Inorganic and organic chemistry
• CHM2922 Spectroscopy and analytical chemistry
• СHM3911 Advanced chemical chemistry
• СHM3922 Advanced organic chemistry
• CHM3941 Advanced inorganic chemistry
• СHM3952 Advanced analytical chemistry
• CHM3930 Medicinal chemistry
• CHM3960 Environmental chemistry
• CHM3972 Sustainable chemistry
• CHM3180 Materials chemistry
• CHM4201 Chemistry Honours coursework (12 points)

Part C: Specialist studies in green and sustainable technologies (24 points)

You must complete:

• GCH5110 Designing safer chemicals
• GCH5120 Green chemical synthesis and applications

and two units (12 points) from:

• CHE5882 Biomass and biorefineries
• CHE5886 Advanced biopolymers
• CHE5888 Sustainability and innovation
• MGF5691 Sustainable operations and supply chain management
• APG5434 Sustainability measurement
• BTF5910 Sustainability regulation
• APG5433 Corporate sustainability management 
• ENS5310 Securing biodiversity & ecosystems
• ENS5320 Climate change, energy & human security
• ENS5330 Water security& environmental pollution
• APG5230 Ecosystems and environmental management
• APG5426 Environmental analysis
• APG5428 Environmental governance and citizenship
• ENS5510 Processes to influence change
• ENS5520 Understanding human behaviour to influence change
• ENS5530 Leading change for sustainable development
• MGF5600 Managing innovation
• Other units in consultation with the course coordinator

Part D. Advanced practice in green and sustainable technologies (24 points)

You must complete either a. Coursework pathway or b. Research pathway.

a. Coursework pathway

You must complete

• ENS5930 Sustainability internship (12 points)

Or 

• GCH5920 Sustainability project (12 points)

plus 12 points of electives from the Part C not previously completed.

b. Research pathway

You must complete:

• GCH5901 Research project in green chemistry part A (12 points) and GCH5902 Research project in green chemistry part B (12 points)

or

• GCH5900 Research project in green chemistry (24 points)