Graduate Certificate of Science (Environment & Sustainability)

Graduate Certificate

With a focus on climatology, ecology and conservation, the Graduate Certificate of Science (Environment and Sustainability) is designed for those of you wanting to understand more about major environmental issues and the social, political and environmental implications of human impacts on the...

Key details

Degree Type

Graduate Certificate

Study Mode

In person, Online

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Fees

$4,148 per year

About this course

Overview

With a focus on climatology, ecology and conservation, the Graduate Certificate of Science (Environment and Sustainability) is designed for those of you wanting to understand more about major environmental issues and the social, political and environmental implications of human impacts on the globe.

Further study

As a graduate, you will possess a high academic standard and competitive advantage in a career that is dynamic, global and in demand. Completion of the Graduate Certificate of Science (Environment and Sustainability) will also enable you to move into a Graduate Diploma of Science.

Thinking of studying in 2024? UniSQ will be delivering flexible new ways of teaching, with different calendar offerings, making the balance of study and life easier. Read more in our new academic calendar FAQs.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

3-year Bachelor degree from an Australian university or equivalent.

or

equivalent professional work experience, as determined through the Credit and Exemption procedure.

English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

UniSQ offers a number of bachelor degrees for you to study to help you meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree.

Study locations

Toowoomba

External

Distance

Online

Career pathways

Career outcomes

Are you passionate about working in resource management, biodiversity conservation or climate science?
Specifically, our graduates find work as Climate Scientists, Climate Policy Analysts, Agricultural Scientists, Conservation and Biodiversity Managers, Environmental Consultants, Environmental Scientists and Natural Resource Managers.
Industries and employers you may find yourself working for include the resources/mining industries, agriculture, National Parks, universities, defence organisations, CSIRO, State and Federal Government Departments, the Australian Bureau of Meteorology and many other organisations contributing to sustainable utilisation and management of our natural resources.

Course structure

Degree structure

To complete this degree students must complete 4 units. Most courses (similar to 'subjects') are valued at 1 unit.

Courses to be studied Units 2 x core courses 2 2 x specialisation courses 2 Total 4

Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns.

Other specialisations

How to apply

How to apply

Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.

Apply direct to UniSQ

The closing dates for applying directly to UniSQ are:

Semester 1, 2023 - applications close on 20 February and the Semester 1 study period commences on Monday 20 February, 2023.
Semester 2, 2023 - applications close on 10 July and the Semester 2 study period commences on Monday 10 July, 2023.