GraduateEnvironmental Science
Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Development
CQUniversity Australia, Multi-campus, QLD + national, Australia
About this program
CQU's Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Development (CM84, Melbourne campus) introduces the core principles and practices of sustainability within a global framework, covering the interconnected social, economic and governance aspects of sustainability across four interdisciplinary units. Graduates target entry-level sustainability roles across government, non-profit and corporate sectors, such as sustainability officer, environmental advisor or project coordinator.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- 24 credits4 units
- chosen as electives from a set including Rethinking Waste
- Water Resource Management
- Sustainability Issues and Solutions
- First Nations Perspectives in Sustainability
- Foundations of Emergency and Disaster Management
- Research for Emergency and Disaster Management
- Innovation and Sustainable Business Development
- and Systems Thinking in Public Health
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Environmental ConsultantANZSCO 234312
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. VETASSESS wants a bachelor's or higher in a highly relevant field plus at least a year of relevant post-qualification work. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by VETASSESS
Environmental Research ScientistANZSCO 234313
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via VETASSESS assessment.
Assessed by VETASSESS
Environmental EngineerANZSCO 233915
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186.
Assessed by Engineers Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
For international applicants: a completed Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification).
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