Graduate Certificate in Environmental Science

Postgraduate studies in environmental science are ideal if you are already working in natural resource management and want to broaden your skills and knowledge.

Our environmental science qualifications have been developed with extensive input and support from industry experts. An industry-based advisory group has also been established to oversee these programs so that they continue to meet industry standards.

Our GIS laboratories are equipped with the latest software used in industry. You will learn using the most up-to-date Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial data analysis equipment.

This graduate diploma will equip you with the knowledge and skills to work in the sustainability and environmental sector.

Careers to consider:

• environmental adviser: offering environmental support to construction sites; ensuring compliance with environmental regulations; helping to achieve environmental targets (e.g. sending zero waste to landfill); liaising with site teams, the client, stakeholders and other environmental teams
• land management officer: engaging with and mobilising land managers to continuously improve management of their land and water through a whole of landscape approach to NRM; contributing to the operational management of parks and reserves; delivering on-ground works, community events, activities and minor projects
• sustainability officer: setting sustainability policies, goals and objectives; reducing a company's carbon footprint in compliance with government environmental regulations; developing partnerships (e.g. with government agencies and the community) to deliver environmental sustainability projectsYou could also consider going on to a Master of Environmental Science.