Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Ornithology

The Graduate Certificate in Ornithology from Charles Sturt University is designed for professionals or amateur ornithologists who want to upgrade their skills and knowledge while attaining a recognized tertiary qualification. This course is part of an articulated program of study, allowing students to build on their study to achieve the right level of qualification.

Key Information

• Study Mode and Sessions: Online, with sessions starting in March and July.
• Duration: Minimum 0.5 years, maximum 1 year.
• Entry Score: To be announced.
• Indicative Fees:
  • Domestic online: Full fee $14,680.00, per 8-point subject $3,670.
  • International students: Fees to be announced.
• Course Points and Codes: 32 credit points, AQF Level 8.
• Additional Information: On-campus intensive school may be required for certain subjects.

Why Study with Us?

• Gain advanced knowledge about the foraging behavior, breeding ecology, social organization, and movements of birds.
• Apply this knowledge to contemporary issues associated with conservation.
• Study with experts in their field, emphasizing applied learning with real-world examples and field studies.
• Charles Sturt University is ranked above the world standard in environmental science and management.

Career Opportunities

• Ecologist
• Wildlife biologist
• Protected area manager
• Environmental educator
• Researcher
• Sustainable tourism or adventure tour leader
• Ecological consultant

What You Will Study

• Avian biology
• Avian evolution and ecology
• Ornithological methods
• Conservation management of birds
• Subjects are specialized, focusing on evolution, taxonomy, ecology, foraging behavior, field survey techniques, conservation, and management, with an emphasis on Australian birds.

Costs

• Domestic Students:
  • Fee-paying postgraduate: $14,680.00 for the full course, $3,670 per 8-point subject.
  • Commonwealth supported places available, with fees to be announced.
• International Students: Fees to be announced.
• Payment Options:
  • Pay all tuition fees upfront.
  • Defer fees through FEE-HELP for eligible students.
• Scholarships: Available, including the Research Training Program (RTP) scholarship for international students.

Entry Requirements

• A completed Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline related to Ornithology.
• Or, relevant industry or professional Ornithology experience of at least five years.
• Standard English Language Proficiency requirements apply.

Credit and Pathways

• Credit may be available for relevant prior study or work experience.
• Admission pathways are available for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements.

How to Apply

• Apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) for domestic students.
• International students apply directly to Charles Sturt University.
• Check the university's website for application deadlines and requirements.