GraduateEnvironmental Science
Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science
Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, Australia
About this program
The Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science at Edith Cowan University is designed for professionals who need the skills and knowledge to integrate environmental planning, conservation and monitoring into their organisations' decision-making. The course covers environmental impact assessment, planning and monitoring in the context of major ecosystems, emphasises the global, regional and local nature of environmental issues, and covers environmental management, providing a pathway to the master degree.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- Semester 1 covers Foundations of Environmental Science
- Environmental Impact Assessment Procedures
- Integrated Environmental Management
- and an assessed Environmental Assessment unit. Semester 2 covers Environmental Monitoring and Investigation
- Biostatistics
- Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing
- and an assessed Monitoring and Reporting unit. Total: 1 year full time equivalent
- on campus at Joondalup
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
Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following: a bachelor degree, or equivalent prior learning including at least five years of relevant professional experience.
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