Program Requirements
The Master of Energy Change requires the completion of 96 units, which must consist of:
12 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:
ENGN6516 Energy Resources and Renewable Technologies
PHYS8013 Principles of Energy Generation and Transformation
A minimum of 6 units from completion of courses from the following list:
POGO8212 Energy Politics and Governance
LAWS8189 Fundamentals of Environmental Law
A minimum of 6 units from completion of courses from the following list:
EMDV8080 International Climate Change Policy and Economics
EMDV8081 Domestic climate change policy and economics
IDEC8089 Energy Economics
A minimum of 6 units from completion of courses from the following list:
ENVS6307 Climate Change Science & Policy
ENVS8003 Climate Change Vulnerability and Adaptation
A minimum of 6 units from completion of courses from the following list:
ENGN6410 Engineering Sustainable Systems
ENVS6025 Complex Environmental Problems in Action
A maximum of 36 units may come from completion of courses from the following list:
BUSN7017 Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility, Accountability and Reporting
COMP7310 ICT Sustainability
ECON8040 Resource & Environmental Economics
EMDV8002 Methods for Environmental Decision-Making
EMDV8013 Issues in Development and Environment
EMDV8078 Introduction to Environmental and Resource Economics
EMDV8101 State, Society and Natural Resources
EMSC6021 Fundamentals of Climate System Science
ENGN6224 Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer
ENGN6334 Semiconductors
ENGN6524 Photovoltaic Technologies
ENGN6525 Solar Thermal Technologies
ENGN6548 Wind Energy
ENGN8526 Photovoltaic module manufacturing
ENGN8527 Advanced Topics in Solar Energy Technologies
ENGN8602 Research Project
ENGN8831 Integration of Renewable Energy into Power Systems and Microgrids
ENVS6005 Sustainable Urban Systems
ENVS6013 Society and Environmental Change
ENVS6015 GIS and Spatial Analysis
ENVS6021 Participatory Resource Management: Working with Communities and Stakeholders
ENVS6033 International Environmental Policy
ENVS6306 Human Futures
ENVS6319 Advanced Remote Sensing and GIS
ENVS8015 Contemporary Perspectives in Environmental Science
ENVS8016 Contemporary Perspectives in Environment-Society Interaction
LAWS8037 Sustainable Energy Law
LAWS8180 International Climate Law
LAWS8181 Australian Climate Law
MGMT7007 Managing for Sustainability
PHYS8202 Reactor Science
PHYS8205 Nuclear Fuel Cycle
SCOM6027 Science Politics
SCOM6501 Strategies in Science Communication
24 units from completion of SCNC8021 Science Research Project
Students must achieve a minimum 70% weighted average mark in the initial 48 units of courses attempted, and have the approval of an identified supervisor to enrol in SCNC8021 Science Research Project
Students who do not achieve a minimum 70% weighted average mark or do not have the approval of an identified supervisor will be transferred to the Master of Energy Change.
Master Research
This degree has been accredited at AQF Level 9 with a significant component of Research.
Master Research Training
This degree has been accredited at AQF Level 9 with a significant component of Research.
Capstone Courses
[SCNC8021]Study Options
Year 1 48 units | PHYS8013 Principles of Energy Generation and Transformation 6 units | M.EnCh course from list 6 units | M.EnCh course from list 6 units | M.EnCh course from list 6 units |
ENGN6516 Energy Resources and Renewable Technologies 6 units | POGO8212/ LAWS8189 6 units | ENVS6307/ ENVS8003 6 units | ENGN6410/ ENVS6025 6 units | |
Year 2 | SCNC8021 Science Research Project 3 to 24 units | M.EnCh course from list 6 units | M.EnCh course from list 6 units | |
SCNC8021 Science Research Project 3 to 24 units | EMDV8080/ EMDV8081/ IDEC8089 6 units | M.EnCh course from list 6 units |
Admission Requirements
At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not automatically guarantee entry.
Applicants must present a Bachelor degree or international equivalent in a cognate discipline with a minimum GPA of 5.5/7.0.
Cognate Disciplines
Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Law, Mathematics, Physics, Political Science, Sociology
In line with the university's admissions policy and strategic plan, an assessment for admission may include competitively ranking applicants on the basis of specific academic achievement, English language proficiency and diversity factors.
Academic achievement & English language proficiency
The minimum academic requirement for full entry and enrolment is a Bachelor degree or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 5.5/7.0.
However, applicants will first be ranked on a GPA ('GPA1') that is calculated using all but the last semester (or equivalent) of the Bachelor degree used for admission purposes.
If required, ranking may further be confirmed on the basis of:
• a GPA ('GPA2') calculated on the penultimate and antepenultimate semesters (or equivalent) of the Bachelor degree used for admission purposes; and/or
• demonstrating higher-level English language proficiency.
Prior to enrolment in this ANU program, all students who gain entry will have their Bachelor degree reassessed, to confirm minimum requirements were met.
Further information: English Language Requirements for Admission
Diversity factors
As Australia’s national university, ANU is global representative of Australian research and education. ANU endeavours to recruit and maintain a diverse and deliberate student cohort representative not only of Australia, but the world. In order to achieve these outcomes, competitive ranking of applicants may be adjusted to ensure access to ANU is a reality for brilliant students from countries across the globe.
Assessment of qualifications
Unless otherwise indicated, ANU will accept all Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualifications or international equivalents that meet or exceed the published admission requirements of our programs, provided all other admission requirements are also met.
Where an applicant has more than one completed tertiary qualification, ANU will base assessment on the qualification that best meets the admission requirements for the program. Find out more about the Australian Qualifications Framework: www.aqf.edu.au
ANU uses a 7-point Grade Point Average (GPA) scale. All qualifications submitted for admission at ANU will be converted to this common scale, which will determine if an applicant meets our published admission requirements. Find out more about how a 7-point GPA is calculated for Australian universities: www.uac.edu.au/future-applicants/admission-criteria/tertiary-qualifications
Unless otherwise indicated, where an applicant has more than one completed tertiary qualification, ANU will calculate the GPA for each qualification separately. ANU will base assessment on the best GPA of all completed tertiary qualifications of the same level or higher.
Application for course credits
Applicants with a Bachelor Degree or Graduate Certificate in a cognate discipline may be eligible for up to 24 units (one semester) of credit.
Applicants with a Graduate Diploma or Bachelor degree with Honours in a cognate discipline may be eligible for up to 48 units (one year) of credit.
Cognate Disciplines
Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Law, Mathematics, Physics, Political Science, Sociology
Indicative fees
- Annual indicative fee for domestic students
- $32,840.00
For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees
- Annual indicative fee for international students
- $46,910.00
For further information on International Tuition Fees see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments/international-tuition-fees
Fee Information
All students are required to pay the Services and amenities fee (SA Fee)
The annual indicative fee provides an estimate of the program tuition fees for international students and domestic students (where applicable). The annual indicative fee for a program is based on the standard full-time enrolment load of 48 units per year (unless the program duration is less than 48 units). Fees for courses vary by discipline meaning that the fees for a program can vary depending on the courses selected. Course fees are reviewed on an annual basis and typically will increase from year to year. The tuition fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and the courses selected and are subject to increase during the period of study.
For further information on Fees and Payment please see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments
Scholarships
ANU offers a wide range of scholarships to students to assist with the cost of their studies.
Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are. Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.
For further information see the Scholarships website.
The Master of Energy Change (Advanced) is a multi-disciplinary coursework and research degree which will provide you with both a strong basis in the fundamental areas related to energy change, as well as allowing you to undertake advanced courses and research in areas suited to your individual interests. A major key to addressing climate change is the need for a world-wide change to carbon-free forms of energy production. Our program brings together the wide-ranging expertise present at ANU to cover policy, legal, environmental and regulatory aspects of energy change, underpinned by a fundamental scientific and technical base.
Career Options
ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities. Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world.
We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.
Employment Opportunities
The need for energy change is well-established yet there are relatively few people with an effective overview or the multi-disciplinary skills needed to effectively contribute to this complex issue.
Graduates of the Master of Energy Change can find work in government, policy, scientific research, development and aid organisations, multi-national companies, and other related fields.
This progressive program is also a pathway to more advanced study.
Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate cognitive, technical and creative skills to investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories relating to energy.
Apply multi-disciplinary approaches to address complex real-world energy-related problems.
- Demonstrate a high level of technical knowledge in subjects relevant to energy and climate change.
Communicate effectively with colleagues, other professionals and the broader community using a range of communication media and tools.
Demonstrate knowledge of research methods and carry out research in the area of energy climate change and/or sustainability, and collate data into a thesis.
- Communicate own research work to peers and research scientists.
Research Strengths
This degree has been accredited at AQF Level 9 with a significant component of Research.
Inherent Requirements
Information on inherent requirements is currently not available for this program
Further Information
New students in this program are eligible to apply for a Commonwealth Supported Place. Visit the following website for further information: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/scholarships/graduate-commonwealth-supported-places .
An indicative list of courses offered by Science can be found here
Academic Advice
The first step to enrolling in your new program is to seek academic advice in order to discuss the courses you will be studying. This is done by making an appointment to meet with the program convener (details below).
Your academic advice session is a great opportunity to discuss with the convener the direction in which you want your studies to go. The convener will be able to advise you about course selection and content of courses that you will undertake as part of your program. Ideally you should bring along a copy of your academic record/academic transcripts as these will greatly assist your convener when giving you course advice.
To book an appointment you can:
Email: James.Prest@anu.edu.au
Phone: 02 6125 1689
Please also bring along your Planning Your Program document that is available from the enrolment website and your Postgraduate coursework checklist for new students. These documents will help you plan your degree and assist you with finalising your enrolment.
Further enrolment information can also be found here.
An indicative list of courses offered by Science can be found here.
Please follow each step and read through the additional information in the pdf guides, especially the ISIS enrolment guide in Step 2 and the How to enrol guide for new students in Step 3.
If you have any issues enrolling yourself through ISIS please contact us on 02 6125 2809 or email science.enquiries@anu.edu.au
Do you want to talk to someone before enrolling?
Contact James Prest at James.Prest@anu.edu.au