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Environmental Science - Management (Cert IV & Diploma)   


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Students learn about scientific and technical skills used in environmental impact assessments, waste management, pollution monitoring and energy management. They learn about biology, wetland management, soil science, GIS, sustainability, flora and fauna, contaminated sites and project management.

Summary

Program Summary
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Duration (depends on entry & exit point): 1 to 2 years of full-time study
Study Location(s) Available: In Perth - Leederville, Murdoch & Midland offer both courses. In Regional W.A. - Bunbury offers the Cert IV only.
College(s): Central, Challenger, Swan, South West Regional
Approximate Tuition Costs: A$10,000 per year
Commencement/Intake Availability: February only
Guaranteed University Entry Available?
 Challenger (Murdoch) graduates can enter the Bachelor of Science (Environmental Management or Environmental Biology) at Notre Dame university or the Bachelor of Technology (Environmental Technology) at Murdoch university.
University Credit Possible? Up to 12 months of credit may be granted in these degrees at Notre Dame and Murdoch
Other Study Costs (paid to College): There are material fees at Murdoch only of around A$250 for the Cert IV and A$250 for the Diploma

Download our Subject handbook (PDF) of all Environmental & Laboratory Science courses.


Qualifications Available in this Program
  • Certificate IV in Environmental Science Management
  • Diploma of Environmental Science Management

Program Components & Pathway

This program can include multiple courses and different entry and exit points providing students the flexibility to begin at the most suitable stage and continue studying till they reach their desired outcome. Please see the study pathway diagram below.

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General Entry Requirements and Pre-requisites

Entry at Certificate IV level requires the equivalent of Australian Year 11 with passes in English & Science or completion of the Certificate III in Laboratory Skills.

For Yr 10-11 and Yr 12 academic equivalence, please refer to the Entry Requirements Summary (PDF) for your relevant country. This also details the normal English proficiency standard needed.


What You'll Learn in Each Course

The Certificate IV provides students with the training to gather and process environmental data for the purpose of minimising the impact of human activity on the environment. Students learn scientific and technical skills used in environmental impact assessment and management practices, waste management, pollution monitoring, and energy management. They also learn about biology, wetland management, soil science, statistical and geographical information systems (GIS), computing applications, and environmental issues and laws.

The Diploma provides students with the skills to measure and record environmental information, study, assess and develop methods of controlling or minimising the harmful effects of human activity on the environment. Subjects include sustainability issues and strategies, Australian flora and fauna, toxic managing contaminated sites, environmental auditing, and systems and project management. Students will apply the skills learnt by undertaking an environmental project.


Career Outcomes

Depending on the stage of completion, graduates can become an environmental technician, assistant field hydrologist, water resource officer and catchments coordinator for local government. With experience, they can work as operators or supervisors in large organisations in waste transport, mining, disposal treatment facilities, farming and local government.


Further Study & University Options

Completion of the Diploma will allow Challenger (Murdoch) graduates to enter the Bachelor of Science (Environmental Management or Environmental Biology) at Notre Dame university or the Bachelor of Technology (Environmental Technology) at Murdoch university. Up to 12 months credit is available in these degrees.

Diploma graduates of other TAFE WA Colleges may be able to continue further studies at university in related subjects. Please contact your specific university of interest for more details on entry.


Other Study Costs (paid directly to the College)

There are material fees at Murdoch only of around A$250 for the Certificate IV and A$250 for the Diploma.


Detailed Course & Unit Information

These courses consist of required units and a broad choice of elective units allowing students to specialise in certain areas. A sample program structure and unit outline is available in the Subject handbook (PDF).


Other General Study Information

For further information about studying at TAFE WA please see our TAFE Colleges section or find out about the application process by clicking on:


Student Profile

helenStudent: Helen Holzheuer - United States

Course: Diploma of Environmental Science

Where: Challenger TAFE - Fremantle

"I visited Perth in 2003 and did always want to come back. So when I heard about this course being offered by West Coast TAFE I knew my luck had changed. I am really enjoying Perth and the great, helpful staff. This is an excellent course!"

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