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Murdoch University

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Graduate Certificate in Environmental Science (GradCertEnvSc)

  • Graduate Certificate

Effectively managing human interactions with the environment requires a thorough understanding of the interrelationships between land, water, air, biota and people.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
1 semester full-time
Course Code
C1127, 030208B
Study Mode
In person

About this course

Effectively managing human interactions with the environment requires a thorough understanding of the interrelationships between land, water, air, biota and people. As an environmental professional, you'll need a clear understanding of the procedures and skills involved in investigating complex environmental issues in a range of urban, mining, agriculture and aquatic settings.

You'll gain a more in-depth understanding of environmental science, including techniques in environmental monitoring. Develop your knowledge and skills in Geographic Information Systems and remote sensing, environmental monitoring and selected advanced techniques employed in environmental management.

This course will be relevant if you are a graduate in sustainability, environmental, marine or conservation science and would like practice in this field. Or, if you're employed by private and public organisations that are active in environmental planning, monitoring or management, this course will give you the skills you need to succeed.

Study locations

Perth

External

What you will learn

Build essential skills and knowledge to meet your career or study goals. Topics you'll cover include:

  • geographic information systems and science including remote sensing as used in environmental management and planning
  • environmental monitoring including use of GIS and remote sensing for designing, implementing and managing large monitoring programs
  • interdisciplinary approaches to further develop problem solving skills.

Career pathways

Our students have successfully gained employment in the public and private sectors, including the consulting industry in Australia and overseas.

After completing this degree, you will be able to pursue careers in environmental consulting, monitoring and management, community education and engagement, gain employment in the resources sector or in federal, state and local government departments with portfolios in environment, water, energy and mining, agriculture, nature conservation, biodiversity, coastal management and planning, or their international counterparts.

Careers could include:

  • Environmental Consultant
  • Environmental Project Coordinator
  • Environmental Scientist - Impact Assessment and Management
  • Environmental Officer
  • Natural Resource Management (NRM) Officer.