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Diploma in Environmental Science

80 credit points
Minimum duration: 1 year full-time or equivalent part-time.

Non-award Certificate in Environmental Science

(Exit qualification only)

40 credit points
Minimum duration: 6 months full-time or equivalent part-time.

Admission

Apply directly to ACU National.

Prerequisites

Nil

  • In 2009, this course is available only to on-shore international students.

Deferment

Course Description

The aim of the Diploma in Environmental Science course is to provide an opportunity for students from diverse backgrounds to study a selection of units of interest to them in a program which may enable them to progress to degree studies. In 2009, the course is offered on a fee-paying basis to on-shore international students..

This course is designed for students interested in a broadly-based program. Students study subjects relating to environmental issues, relevant sciences, information and communication skills.

A student who successfully completes four or more units in the Diploma in Environmental Science may exit with a Non-award Certificate in Environmental Science.

Career Opportunities

  • Environmental science
  • Environmental tourism
  • Government agencies concerned with energy, water, natural resources and sustainability
  • Science or environmental education
  • Shire council officers

Opportunities for further study

An international student who successfully completes eight units from the Schedule of Unit Offerings in the Course Rules, may either leave with a Diploma qualification or continue their studies with a place in the Bachelor of Environmental Science.