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University of the Sunshine Coast (USC)

  • 20% international / 80% domestic

Diploma in Outdoor Environmental Studies

  • Diploma

A career that combines environmental studies, exploration and adventure. This diploma equips you with the skills, knowledge and experience to contribute to the leadership of transformative outdoor environmental experiences in natural settings as a guide and scientific interpreter.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
1 year full-time
Course Code
ED112, 088627D
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Fees
$24,000 per year
International Fees
$24,000 total

About this course

A career that combines environmental studies, exploration and adventure. This diploma equips you with the skills, knowledge and experience to contribute to the leadership of transformative outdoor environmental experiences in natural settings as a guide and scientific interpreter.

In this program you will:

  • Learn to navigate diverse terrain using non-motorised modes of travel
  • Develop an understanding of environmental management objectives, and learn about unique terrestrial and marine ecosystems and the organisms that inhabit them
  • Complete supervised outdoor environmental studies fieldwork (depending on elective choices) in local natural environments and World Heritage Areas

Entry requirements

International students who have completed studies relevant to the program are eligible for up to four courses credit based on the previous completed studies.

Entry requirements

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.

Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.

If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you also need to meet the minimum English language requirements for your chosen program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may like to enrol in one of our English Language Programs.

Additional entry information

Applicants from a non-English speaking background must attain an IELTS (Academic) overall score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each subtest.

Recommended prior study
English and at least one of the sciences

Study locations

Sunshine Coast

Career pathways

Career opportunities
  • Entry-level environmental management positions
  • Outdoor education leaders
  • Outdoor environmental studies

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Agriculture & Environmental Studies courses at University of the Sunshine Coast (USC).
85.9%
Overall satisfaction
87.5%
Skill scale
81.3%
Teaching scale
64.9%
Employed full-time
$60.1k
Average salary