Graduate Certificate of Science (Environment and Sustainability)
- On-campus
- External
- Semester 1 (February)
- Semester 2 (July)
- 4 units
- 1 year part-time
- Toowoomba
Program Information Set
A grounded flexible ‘green’ degree
With a focus on climatology, ecology and conservation, the Graduate Certificate of Science (Environment and Sustainability) is designed for those of you wanting to understand more about major environmental issues and the social, political and environmental implications of human impacts on the globe.
Further Study
This qualification is also ideal for those wishing to move into further study, upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Science, students have the ability to move into the Graduate Diploma of Science.
Other specialisations in the Graduate Certificate of Science include: Agricultural, Applied Climate Science, Applied Data Science, Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Computing, General, Mathematics for High School Teaching, Mathematics for Primary/Middle School Teaching, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics, Psychology in Schools, Science for Primary/Middle School Teaching, Wine Science.
Courses to be studied | Units |
---|---|
2 x core courses | 2 |
2 x specialisation courses | 2 |
Total | 4 |
How much will it cost?
Approximate annual costs1 for your first year of study (4 units) in this program are:
Study Mode | Cost |
---|---|
Commonwealth supported | AUD 4676 |
Domestic full fee paying | AUD 12100 |
Loan to help you pay your fees
You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.
You may also be eligible to receive financial support from Centrelink.
Scholarships and financial assistance
You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.
Entry Requirements
- 3-year Bachelor degree from an Australian university or equivalent.
- equivalent professional work experience, as determined through the Credit and Exemption procedure.
English Language Requirements
You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.
How to apply
To apply for this degree:
Closing dates
Applying directly to USQ:
- Semester 1, 2019 - applications close Friday 1 March, with semester 1 commencing on Monday 25 February 2019.
- Semester 2, 2019 - applications close Monday 1 July, with semester 2 commencing on Monday 15 July 2019.