Graduate Diploma 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, conservation and monitoring into the broader decision-making of their organisations.

The course covers the areas of environmental impact assessment, planning and monitoring set in the context of our major ecosystems, and emphasises the global, regional and local nature of environmental issues.

Students also learn about environmental management systems, environmental auditing, risk assessment and water demand management.

Structure

Year 1 - Semester 1

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCI5133 Environmental and Health Risk Assessment 20
SCI5250 Environmental Impact Assessment Procedures 20
SCI5110 Management of Waste 20

Year 1 - Semester 2

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCI5117 Biological Conservation 20
RES5115 Research Preparation: Principles and Approaches 20
SCI5105 Catchment Health 20

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.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

Special entry may be considered for students who have successfully completed the Graduate Certificate of Environmental Management.

Learning outcomes

  1. Communicate advanced knowledge, concepts and skills in Environmental Management to industry, government and consultants.
  2. Apply high level, independent judgement when planning, monitoring and evaluating Environmental Management issues to develop creative solutions.
  3. Demonstrate management skills by planning, implementing and evaluating Environmental Management tasks.

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