GraduateEnvironmental Science
Graduate Diploma of Sustainable Development
CQUniversity Australia, Multi-campus, QLD + national, Australia
About this program
CQUniversity's Graduate Diploma of Sustainable Development (CM83, per CQU's own handbook) explores sustainability principles and practices across environmental sustainability, climate change adaptation, sustainable resource management, environmental policy, social equity, economic viability and governance. It is designed for professionals aiming to lead sustainability initiatives within organisations, communities and industries, and serves as a standalone qualification or a stepping stone into further sustainability study. Graduates target mid-level roles such as sustainability consultant, project manager or community engagement officer.
Cost & duration
English test scores
Verified handbook.cqu.edu.au ↗
Course structure
1 term of coursework
- 48 credits8 units
- chosen from a list of 15 electives spanning emergency and disaster management
- climate change risk
- demography
- sustainable business development
- First Nations perspectives in sustainability
- public health systems thinking
- project management
- waste
- water resource management and sustainability issues and solutions
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
A completed Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) equivalent Bachelor degree (or higher equivalent qualification), in any discipline.
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