Graduate Certificate of Environmental Management
Edith Cowan University
About
This course provides opportunities for professionals who wish to add to their qualifications and experience by extending their knowledge in environmental management.
It is designed for professionals who require the skills and knowledge to integrate environmental planning and monitoring into the broader decision-making of their organisations.
Aspects of environmental management covered in this course include impact assessment and risk management, while emphasising the global, regional and local nature of environmental issues.
Students can elect to take a research training unit or work on integrated catchments or waste management.
Structure
Students must select any 3 of the following 6 units.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SCI5133 ^ | Environmental and Health Risk Assessment | 20 |
| SCI5250 ^ | Environmental Impact Assessment Procedures | 20 |
| SCI5110 ^ | Management of Waste | 20 |
| SCI5117 ^ | Biological Conservation | 20 |
| RES5115 ^ | Research Preparation: Principles and Approaches | 20 |
| SCI5105 ^ | Catchment Health | 20 |
^ Core Option
Entry requirements
Admission requirement (Band 6)
- Bachelor degree; or
- Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.
English Language requirement (Band 4)
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Bachelor degree from a country specified in the Admissions Policy;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
- Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.
Learning outcomes
- Communicate specialised knowledge, concepts and skills in Environmental Management to industry, government and consultants.
- Apply independent judgement when planning, monitoring and evaluating Environmental Management issues to develop creative solutions.
- Demonstrate management skills by planning, implementing and evaluating Environmental Management tasks.
Institution
