GraduateEnvironmental Science
Graduate Certificate in Environmental Science
University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
About this program
The Graduate Certificate in Environmental Science at the University of Sydney is a flexible, half-year program that links environmental science disciplines such as ecology, climate change and chemistry with politics, law, project evaluation and conflict resolution. Students complete four selective units, choosing from electives including marine science, international development, law and the environment, and geographic information systems.
The course suits new graduates and professionals wanting formal environmental qualifications. Graduates work as analytical scientists, environmental indicator monitors, policy-makers and catchment managers, with alumni employed across state and federal government bodies including the National Parks and Wildlife Service.
Fees & duration
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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 admission into this course, you should have: a Bachelor of Science or higher with a credit average in one of the following disciplines: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Ecology, Climate and Atmospheric Sciences, Marine Science, Geology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Economics, Environmental Archaeology, Sustainability, Agriculture, Forestry, and Natural Resource Management; or equivalent qualification; or a Bachelor of Science (Honours) or postgraduate qualification in a non-cognate disciplineor equivalent qualification; or a Bachelor's degree in a non-cognate discipline from the University of Sydney, or equivalent, and professional experience equivalent to two years full-time, in a field considered by the Faculty to be appropriate to the program of studies; or minimum 5 years equivalent experience which is considered to demonstrate the knowledge and aptitude required to undertake the units of study. A credit average means a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 65.
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