Program Overview

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Overview

The Use of Geomorphology in River Management microcredential is designed to improve knowledge of using geomorphology in practice, with a focus on identifying treatment solutions and techniques, river rehabilitation project design, and adaptive management approaches.

Program Details

Duration

• 7 days

Calendar

• View all offerings

Commitment

• 7–8 hours a day

Prerequisites

• No prerequisites are required to undertake this microcredential.

Delivery Mode

• Face-to-face

Location

• North Ryde and Off-campus

Fees

• $2,200.00 (including GST)

What You'll Study

About this Microcredential

Progressive river management industries use advanced understandings of geomorphology in practice. This microcredential will improve your knowledge of using geomorphology in practice, with a focus on identifying treatment solutions and techniques, river rehabilitation project design, and adaptive management approaches.

Key Features

• Gain recognition towards further study
• Enhance your employability
• Learn from world-renowned experts
• Undertake hands-on learning in a real-world setting

Who Should Attend

This microcredential is designed for professionals operating in the river science or environmental management spaces who are looking to upskill or reskill.

Professions and Employers

• Catchment officer
• Environmental consultant
• Natural resource manager
• River or land management officer
• Conservation agencies
• Educational institutions
• Environmental protection agencies
• Government or NGOs

What You'll Learn

On successful completion of this microcredential, you'll be able to:

• Use a range of information sources to develop an understanding of the pressing challenges faced in river conservation and management in Australia
• Apply geomorphic science to the solution of river conservation, management, and rehabilitation issues
• Identify and use appropriate field assessment approaches to measure, analyse, and interpret river conservation, management, and rehabilitation solutions
• Demonstrate communication skills using oral, visual, and written formats to convey an advanced understanding of the use of geomorphology in river management.

Assessments

• Assignment 1 (40%): Debate/role play a river management scenario
• Assignment 2 (60%): Complete a report on river management and rehabilitation design.

Pathway to Further Study

Completing this microcredential may provide you with the academic background needed for entry into an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Macquarie through recognition of prior learning (RPL).

How You Will Learn

You'll first attend an online tutorial introducing you to fluvial geomorphology concepts and river management. The in-person component begins with a three-day field trip where you'll participate in practical activities. You'll then continue your learning on campus in an active learning environment that includes a mix of short presentations and a range of practical learning activities.

Location

• Hunter Valley, NSW
• Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde, NSW 2109

What You Will Need

To complete the online component of this microcredential, you'll need a PC (or laptop) with reliable internet access. To participate in fieldwork and on-campus activities, you'll need to plan your trip to the Hunter Valley and our Wallumattagal Campus in North Ryde. You'll need to bring your own laptop for the duration.

Additional Information

Expiry of this Microcredential

This microcredential does not have an expiry date.

Your Digital Credentials

On successful completion of this microcredential, you'll be awarded a Macquarie University digital credential certifying your achievement of the knowledge, skills, and capabilities outlined in the What you'll study section.

Enrolment Conditions

Purchasing this microcredential is subject to Macquarie University's terms and conditions.

Insurance for Participation

All activities, particularly fieldwork, may pose a risk. You're not considered a Macquarie University student by enrolling, participating in, or completing this microcredential under Macquarie University's terms and conditions. This means you're not covered by Macquarie University's insurance policy. Macquarie University encourages you to consider your own insurance position before enrolling in this microcredential.

Fees

The fee for this microcredential is $2,200 (including GST). Includes: All tuition and in-class workbooks. Excludes: Textbook; transport to and from Sydney; accommodation and living expenses in Sydney; and field trip accommodation, living expenses, and other transport.

Foundation Microcredential

This microcredential is best undertaken after you have the foundation geomorphology knowledge taught in the Geomorphic Analysis of Rivers microcredential. Both microcredentials can be undertaken back-to-back over a 12-day period. The field trips for both microcredentials will occur concurrently.