Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management (GCEnvMan)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
Half Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5025
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
External, Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelors degree in any field. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and two years work experience in fields related to environmental management will be individually assessed.
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative program fee 2013: AUD$ 10400
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
Apply online
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
School of Geography, Planning and Environmental Management
Email: gpem@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 3752
Duration
Half Year full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5025
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
External, Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelors degree in any field. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and two years work experience in fields related to environmental management will be individually assessed.
CRICOS Code: 013832G
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative program fee: AUD$ 15400
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management?
Environmental Management is the planning and implementation of actions geared to improve the quality of the human environment. The postgraduate programs in environmental management at the University of Queensland are multidisciplinary programs designed to enhance the skills and technical expertise of graduates working in all facets of the environmental arena. The programs aim to produce managers able to address the many issues in the highly complex and changing area of environmental management. At Masters level the degree may be taken in a range of fields.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelors degree in any field. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and two years work experience in fields related to environmental management will be individually assessed.
Additional application information
The majority of compulsory courses are offered late afternoon/early evening with some courses may be offered in intensive mode (eg, on weekends).
Apply online
Apply online to the Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelors degree in any field. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and two years work experience in fields related to environmental management will be individually assessed.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 013832G
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative program fee 2013: AUD$ 10400
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative program fee: AUD$ 15400
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management
Careers
Career opportunities exist in managerial and policy positions in government and the private sector as environmental management system managers, auditors and policy analysts.
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
To complete the program, a student must complete #8 from the MEnvMan course list comprising -
- (a) #2 from part A; and
- (b) #6 from part A, part B, part C or any combination of those parts.
Refer to the GCEnvMan rules for further information.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management.
