Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management equips graduates to critically engage with environmental issues, fostering a sustainable future. Through a transdisciplinary approach, the program develops a comprehensive understanding of environmental challenges, ethical considerations, and practical tools for leadership and sustainability. Graduates are prepared for careers in environmental management, science, consulting, and policy, with opportunities for hands-on experience and diverse perspectives from industry professionals.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Overview: The Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management equips graduates to become leaders who can critically engage with environmental issues at various scales, fostering a sustainable future.
- Objectives:
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of complex environmental challenges, integrating sociocultural and political perspectives.
- Acquire experiential and practical tools to lead ethically and promote sustainability.
- Foster collaborative problem-solving abilities to reshape the world through transformative thinking.
Outline:
- Course Schedule: The program is offered in terms 1, 2, and 3.
- Modules: The program comprises a range of modules that focus on various aspects of environmental management and sustainability. The indicative course structure is available in the UNSW handbook.
- Course Structure: The curriculum is designed around a transdisciplinary approach, blending concepts and methods from social sciences, humanities, natural sciences, creative arts, community-based approaches, and place-based studies.
- Module Descriptions:
- Module 1: Environmental Challenges and Responses (4 UOC)
- Module 2: Environmental Ethics and Values (4 UOC)
- Module 3: Environmental Impact Assessment (4 UOC)
- Module 4: Environmental Management Systems (4 UOC)
- Module 5: Sustainable Development (4 UOC)
- Module 6: Environmental Planning and Policy (4 UOC)
Assessment:
- Assessment Methods:
- Essays
- Reports
- Case studies
- Presentations
- Exams
- Assessment Criteria:
- Understanding of key concepts
- Critical thinking abilities
- Research and analytical skills
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Communication and presentation skills
Teaching:
- Teaching Methods:
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Workshops
- Fieldwork
- Case studies
- Faculty: The program is taught by an expert faculty with extensive experience in environmental management and sustainability research.
- Unique Approaches:
- Emphasis on research-led learning
- Opportunities for hands-on experience through internships
- Provision of diverse perspectives from industry professionals, policymakers, and community leaders
Careers:
- Potential Career Paths:
- Environmental Managers
- Environmental Scientists
- Environmental Consultants
- Field Officers
- Ecologists
- Parks and Land Managers
- Policy Specialists
- Renewable Energy Specialists
- Environmental Planners
- Opportunities:
- Positions in NGOs, non-profit industries, for-profit industries, and government organizations
- Roles involving outreach and education, policy and regulation, arts and performance, law and planning, conservation and restoration, research and consultancy, and organization and mobilization
Entry Requirements:
The program entry requirement of the 7339 Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management is: Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment. If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency. If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria: English language tests and university English courses Prior study in the medium of English Other qualifications If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
