Master of Sustainability Science
Sustainability Science is an emerging field in science that attempts to deal with the interactions between natural and social systems proactively, how those interactions affect the challenges of sustainability, and by what means new solutions can be created to meet the needs of present and future generations while substantially reducing poverty and conserving the planet’s life support systems. This multidisciplinary field increasingly acknowledges the importance of making Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) work for sustainable development in this modern society. Balanced STI development is crucial to meeting this challenge effectively. STI offers an array of promising solutions for sustainability - but it can also lead to adverse social and ecological impacts if development is not governed wisely. This is in line with the growing academic and policymaking interests in the governance of sustainable innovations and socio-technical systems – systems that are grounded in the interaction between human behaviour and technologies.
This Master’s degree program is aimed at equipping postgraduate students with the necessary knowledge, tools and skills in sustainability science through the lens of STI studies. This includes approaches in public policymaking and management, innovation and entrepreneurship, philosophy, ethics, sociology, science communication and public understanding of science. The program is built upon the experience and expertise of the department’s teaching staff as well as those from outside the department, whose research and areas of expertise include the following:
Students need to complete a total of 42 credit hours of courses. This includes 30 credits of core courses; and 12 credits of elective courses from one of the following modules - Module 1: Policy and Governance of Science; and Module 2: Sociology and Enculturation of Science. The minimum duration of study is 3 semesters (e.g. 2 regular semesters and 1 special semester during the semester break), while the maximum duration is 8 normal semesters.
Core Courses (30 credits)
Elective Courses (12 credits) - Choose courses from ONE module only
Module 1 Policy and Governance of Science
Module 2 Sociology and Enculturation of Science
* For students enrolled in academic session 2020/2021 (Semester 1 or Semester 2), please download your program structure here.
Entry Requirements:
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree with Honors CGPA 3.00 and above or equivalent in the relevant field. Applicants with a Bachelor’s Degree of CGPA 2.7 to 2.99 may be considered if they meet at least one of the following criteria:
English Language Requirement (for international applicants only):
Fulfil any one of the following:
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Competency
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Score /Band
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MUET
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B4.0
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IELTS
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5.5
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TOEFL iBT (Centre-based)
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46
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TOEFL PBT
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550
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TOEFL CBT
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213
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TOEFL Essentials (Online)
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8
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Pearson Test of English (PTE)
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51
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Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests
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(i) B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency
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160
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(ii) B2 Business Vantage, C1 Business Higher
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(iii) Linguaskill Online
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(iv) Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional/ Online)
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200
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Cambridge English: First (FCE)
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Min. Grade C
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Cambridge English Advance (CAE)
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Min. Grade C
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Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE)
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Min. Grade C
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The University revises the aspects of admission requirements periodically. It is important to check these requirements on the programme website prior to applying.
Intake Schedule & Period of Candidature:
If you have any inquiry related to application, please contact:
Programme Coordinator:
Dr. Noor Munirah Binti Isa
Tel: 603-7967 5168
E-mail: noormunirah@um.edu.my
Last Update: 25/03/2024