Print version |
Associate Degree in Applied Science (Wilderness Reserves and Wildlife)
- Duration: 2 years full-time (or equivalent part-time)
- Location: Gatton campus, Lockyer Valley
- Delivery mode: This program is generally available both internally and externally
- Prerequisites: Qld Year 12 (recommended subject: English)
- QTAC code: 790 509
- 2007 entry score: OP 20, Rank 57
What is Wilderness Reserves and Wildlife?
People working in Wilderness Reserves and Wildlife, depending on their area of specialisation, may be involved in the management of national parks, marine parks, conservation areas, nature reserves, recreation areas or other protected areas and natural resources.
In their day-to-day work they may assist with educating visitors, patrolling parks and waterways for law enforcement, undertaking surveys and monitoring on the condition of natural and culturally significant features, and ensuring the protection of endangered animals and plants, assist in research projects and wildlife management projects. Supervising and coordination of fire management, weed eradication and pest-control programs, and undertaking
park maintenance activities including campgrounds and walking tracks are also part of Wilderness Reserves and Wildlife.
Careers in Wilderness Reserves and Wildlife
Park Ranger, Environmental Officer, Landcare Coordinator, Biodiversity Officer, Nature Guide, Technical Officer, Consultant.
Associate Degree outline
The associate degree specialising in Wilderness Reserves and Wildlife will allow you to gain technical training in the management of natural systems and wildlife including the maintenance and development of marine and terrestrial reserves and associated areas. You will learn how to educate and supervise public use of such areas.
Why study an Associate Degree?
- An associate degree is a two-year program which provides full articulation into a bachelor program in a directly related area of study (the previously
offered diploma program only provided between 12 and 18 months credit towards a degree). - The associate degree program may offer the opportunity to gain prerequisite subjects at a University level (ie, Maths and Chemistry) required for entry into a degree program.
- An associate degree qualification provides a broad-based point of entry to employment, in particular in a range of associate professional occupations.
Further information: