UndergraduateEnvironmental Science
Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management
TAFE NSW, Multi-campus, NSW, Australia
About this program
The Diploma of Conservation and Land Management equips graduates with the knowledge to contribute to the creation of sustainable landscapes. Develop plans and research solutions for ecological restorations using your knowledge and experience with natural systems.
As climate change deepens, rehabilitation of damaged sites is paramount for governments around the world. Some graduates of this course may go on to roles such as a national park ranger, environmental officer, threatened species specialist and more. You’ll learn reporting, mapping and tender-writing skills as you develop your devotion to the health of the natural world.
TAFE NSW courses are designed in close consultation with industry, so you graduate with relevant, up-to-date skills and knowledge.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
16 terms of coursework
- Packaging Rules
- To achieve this qualification
- competency must be demonstrated in:
- 10 units of competency
- 0 core units plus 10 elective units
- AHCPMG413- Define the pest problem
- AHCLPW410- Produce Maps for land management purposes
- AHCWRK513- Write and present reports
- AHCFIR503- Plan and evaluate burning for fuel
- ecological and cultural resource management
- AHCECR505- Plan river restoration works
- AHCECR502- Conduct biological surveys
- AHCECR503- Design an ecological restoration project
- AHCPCM510- Collect and classify plants
- AHCLPW506- Develop a management plan for a designated area
- MSS024020 - Recognise common geological landforms and samples
- CPPSIS5064- Coordinate GIS data manipulation and analysis
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
- Year 12 or equivalent
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