Course Information

Graduate Certificate of Environmental Management

Effective from 01-JAN-2016 : Code F78

This course provides opportunities for professionals who wish to add to their qualifications and experience by extending their knowledge in environmental management. It is designed for professionals who require the skills and knowledge to integrate environmental planning and monitoring into the broader decision-making of their organisations. Aspects of environmental management covered in this course include impact assessment and risk management, while emphasising the global, regional and local nature of environmental issues. Students can elect to take a research training unit or work on integrated catchments or waste management.

Disclaimer

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Admission requirements

  • Bachelor degree; or
  • Equivalent prior learning including at least five years appropriate professional experience

Course Duration

  • Full Time: 0.5 Years
  • Part Time: 1 Year

Course Delivery

  • Online: Full Time, Part Time

Course Structure

Students must select any 3 of the following 6 units.

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCI5133 ^Environmental and Health Risk Assessment20
SCI5250 ^Environmental Impact Assessment Procedures20
SCI5110 ^Management of Waste20
SCI5117 ^Biological Conservation20
RES5115 ^Research Preparation: Principles and Approaches20
SCI5105 ^Catchment Health20

^ Core Option


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

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