Graduate Certificate in Environmental Assessment and Management

At the end of the program, students of the Graduate Certificate in Environmental Assessment and Management can:

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

This course provides students with exposure to industry/organisations as an integrated part of their units. This provides an excellent springboard for employment following this degree. Employment opportunities will be in local government, industry, state, national government and non-government organisations, particularly in the biology, ecology, mining and research sectors.

Higher education

Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• Bachelor degree; or
• Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.

English Proficiency Requirements

Students can satisfy English competency requirements by showing any 

of the following:

• An IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0).
• Completion of a Bachelor degree from a country specified by ECU.
• Completion of 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent).
• Equivalent prior learning courses including at least five years relevant professional experience – as accepted by ECU.
• Completion of other tests, courses or programs as accepted by ECU.

Reduce the time it takes to finish your degree. For eligible students, ECU offers credit and recognition of prior learning (CRPL). There are 2 CRPL options: 

• Credit transfer to acknowledge students’ formal learning at uni or TAFE. 

• Recognition of students’ informal learning gained outside of the education system (for example workplace experience or volunteer training.)

Provides opportunities for professionals who wish to add to their qualifications and experience by extending their knowledge in environmental assessment and 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 and environmental management set in the context of our major ecosystems, and emphasizes the global, regional and local nature of environmental issues. Students may also learn about sustainability auditing, risk assessment and waste management.

Recommended Study Pattern

As a guide, core subjects in this degree can include:

• Integrated Environmental Management
• Environmental Impact Assessment Procedures
• Sustainability Assessment and Reporting
• Management of Waste
• Biological Conservation

As part of your application, you’ll be guided through how to get the right degree structure in place for you. 

Exit Points

Students are required to complete 60 credit points.