GraduateEnvironmental Science
Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management
University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
About this program
The Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management is a half-year postgraduate program at UQ's St Lucia campus that develops the analytical and strategic skills to tackle environmental issues such as climate change, pollution and sustainable transitions across industries. It is taught by experts in sustainability, environmental management, ecology and conservation who advise organisations including the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority and the World Health Organization. It can be a pathway into the Graduate Diploma or Master of Environmental Management. Graduates work in environmental policy, regulation, sustainability and natural resource management.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
- UQ calls subjects "courses" within this program. A sample of what you will study includes: Environmental Problem Solving [Core course]
- Applied Research Methods [Core course]
- Conservation Planning & Management [Elective]
- Environmental Impact Assessment [Elective]
- Catchment Processes and Management [Elective]
- Biogeography & Geomorphology [Elective]
- Spatial Analysis & Modelling [Elective]. The exact course list and any core versus elective structure depends on the specialisation and study plan you choose
- and is confirmed in the program's official course list at enrolment
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
To be eligible for entry, you'll need: a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, or 2 years full-time equivalent, relevant work experience (see below). You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification. Relevant work experience Relevant work experience includes work in environmental studies, geography, natural resources, biology, ecology, conservation, sustainable development, environmental engineering or marine science.
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