Major overview
Tackle climate-driven security challenges with our unique Environment, Conflict and Security major
3 reasons to study environmental security at Murdoch University
- Study a unique major that focuses on analysing and responding to some of the most pressing challenges shaping our world.
- Learn from world-leading scholars who bring deep research expertise and real-world insight into contemporary global issues.
- Gain expertise in a high-demand field, preparing you for employment across government, non-governmental and private sector organisations.
What you’ll learn
- Explore the foundations of environmental and human security, including key concepts and global challenges.
- Analyse the relationships between climate change, resource scarcity, conflict and insecurity.
- Examine the political, social and economic drivers of environmental conflict and vulnerability.
- Understand the role of policy, governance and international cooperation in addressing environmental security challenges.
- Assess the impacts of environmental change on communities, migration and global stability.
- Develop research, analytical and problem-solving skills to design practical and sustainable responses.
Having completed three semesters and my honours research in Indonesia, I was able to get a much better idea of development on the ground. I found that when I graduated, I had a more realistic idea of what to expect in the workplace.
Karis Erceg, Bachelor of Arts
Your future career in environmental security
- Climate risk analyst
- Policy adviser
- Foreign affairs specialist
- Sustainability consultant
- Development worker
- Peacebuilder
Start dates
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online | Mixed mode |
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| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Major Structure
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To help plan the structure of your course, search for our suggested course plans.
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How to Apply
Majors are part of a degree and can't be applied on their own. Apply for a related degree first, then choose your major once enrolled.
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