Bachelor of Biodiversity and Conservation
Macquarie University
CRICOS 067848J · Provider 00002J
at University of Melbourne · Melbourne, Victoria
CRICOS course code
040953G
CRICOS provider code
00116K
This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.
Duration
26 weeks
Tuition (whole course)
A$28,496 total
Per year
A$56,992/yr
Intake
Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)
The Graduate Certificate in Environment at the University of Melbourne offers a foundational postgraduate qualification for those seeking to deepen their understanding of key environmental concepts and challenges. Designed for both recent graduates and professionals, this course examines issues such as climate change, sustainability, natural resources management, and environmental policy from an Australian and global perspective.
The certificate is structured over an intensive 26-week period and comprises a selection of units of study totalling a set number of credit points, as outlined in the official university handbook. Students benefit from Melbourne's dynamic environment, taking advantage of the city's proximity to diverse ecosystems, environmental research hubs, and government agencies. Experienced educators and access to local industry partners enhance learning, while coursework encourages practical awareness of environment-sector needs across Australia.
Students gain core skills in environmental analysis, critical thinking, project design, and policy evaluation. The programme is well-suited to those interested in progressing to further postgraduate study, such as a master’s degree, or seeking to enhance their qualifications for professional roles in the environment sector. Flexible study options are available, and support is provided for international students regarding English language requirements and adaptation to the Australian context.
This qualification sits at the graduate certificate level on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and can be used as a stepping stone into further specialised study. Students can take advantage of post-study work opportunities such as the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485), and are permitted to work up to 48 hours per fortnight while enrolled. Please consult the official course page for detailed requirements and up-to-date unit offerings.
It typically takes 26 weeks, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).
Tuition is around A$28,496 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.
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