GraduateEnvironmental Science

Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Development

CQUniversity Australia, Multi-campus, QLD + national, Australia

About this program

CQU's Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Development (CM84, Melbourne campus) introduces the core principles and practices of sustainability within a global framework, covering the interconnected social, economic and governance aspects of sustainability across four interdisciplinary units. Graduates target entry-level sustainability roles across government, non-profit and corporate sectors, such as sustainability officer, environmental advisor or project coordinator.

Fees & duration

Duration0.5 yr
Tuition (international)A$38,600
Application feeA$100

English test scores

IELTS6 overall
PTE50 overall

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Course structure

  • 24 credits4 units
  • chosen as electives from a set including Rethinking Waste
  • Water Resource Management
  • Sustainability Issues and Solutions
  • First Nations Perspectives in Sustainability
  • Foundations of Emergency and Disaster Management
  • Research for Emergency and Disaster Management
  • Innovation and Sustainable Business Development
  • and Systems Thinking in Public Health

Career & PR pathway

Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status

Environmental ConsultantANZSCO 234312

Primary outcomeMLTSSLCSOL

On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. VETASSESS wants a bachelor's or higher in a highly relevant field plus at least a year of relevant post-qualification work. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.

Assessed by VETASSESS

List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.

Admissions

For international applicants: a completed Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification).

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