Breadcrumb Links:

Request a Brochure

Find a Degree

Events

Scholarships

Graduate Diploma of Environmental Management

CQUniversity offers a range of postgraduate programs in Environmental management including a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Masters program which offer you the opportunity to work in the environmental science sector while you gain a qualification suitable to your interests and career goals. CQUniversity's Environmental Management programs are designed to enable practitioners to integrate pro-active environmental management strategies into their everyday professional roles. Completion of the programs will also help to give you the necessary knowledge and tools to integrate environmental considerations into all aspects of your work. 

The Graduate Diploma of Environmental Management requires you to complete a total of eight courses (this includes the courses completed in the Graduate Certificate), giving you the option to carry out your studies alongside independent, paid work in a relevant sector and giving you the chance to put your theory into practice. Within this program you will study core units, electives from within the area of environmental management and choose additional elective units from any area within the university. The structure of this program ensures that upon completion you will have developed a strong understanding of the environmental management field, with additional knowledge in another area of interest that will assist you in gaining the competitive edge when seeking employment. Completions of the Graduate Diploma of Environmental Management provides a pathway into further study in the masters program.

The Environmental Management programs have been designed to extend the knowledge and expertise of engineers and scientists in environmental management. Completion of these programs may also enhance your employment prospects in managerial and policy positions in government and the private sector working as environmental management systems managers, auditors, policy analysts, environmentalists, park rangers and natural resource managers.

Graduate Diploma of Environmental Management

Duration 2 years part-time
Intake Dates February, July
Mode of Study Distance Education
Domestic Availability  Distance Education 

What am I studying?

Scientists are the world’s problem-solvers, trained to observe and understand natural phenomena. They apply their talents to create a better world across all aspects of modern life, including development and testing for new treatments of human, animal and plant diseases, creation of sustainable, novel technology for energy creation, production of drought-tolerant crops, improvements to criminal investigation and forensic analysis, and conservation and management of tropical and other environments.

 Environmental issues have never been more prominent both domestically and globally. The protection and preservation of the environment has become the focus of activities by communities, large corporations, schools and government at all levels. As such, a degree in the environment field can increase your job prospects and set you up for a rewarding career.

The environment in the broadest sense encompasses natural ecosystems such as rivers and their catchments, along with estuarine and marine habitats.  It also includes urban and rural communities and the workplace including farms, mines and industrial facilities.  Environmental scientists apply their knowledge to the monitoring and management of the natural environment, enabling us to lead sustainable lives.

Another key area of environmental studies focuses on recognising, evaluating and controlling environmental factors that affect public health. Fields within environmental health include studies and career pathways in environment effects on human health, food safety, potable and recreational water quality, communicable disease management, disaster management, indoor air quality, vector-borne disease control and waste management. Such areas are key priorities both within Australia and worldwide, resulting in excellent career outcomes.

Why Study at CQUniversity

At CQUniversity, we have established relationships with industry bodies and our program has been created in close consultation with them, ensuring the course content and materials are relevant and increasing your prospects of future employment in the industry  so that when you graduate, you will have a solid understanding of environmental issues, problems and solutions. 

The environmental management programs at CQUniversity are flexible in their delivery and offered by distance education, enabling you to balance your work, study and family commitments. Although you will study by distance education, you will be required to participate in a residential school/s to provide you with an opportunity for you to network with your fellow students and lecturers, as well as gain hands-on, practical experience.

Entry Requirements

You are required to have completed a degree in science, engineering or technology.  Graduates from other disciplines will be considered, provided that they have an appropriate technical background. Completion of the Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management also allows entry to the graduate diploma.

Career Opportunities

On completing a Graduate Diploma of Environmental Management, you can choose to pursue a number of careers in the environmental science industry, including roles as an environmental officer, environmental consultant or environmental scientist.

Program Structure

You are required to complete eight courses:

  • Three core courses (completed as part of the Graduate Certificate)
  • One additional course
  • Two electives.

Course Information

For example courses you could study as part of the Graduate Diploma of Environmental Management program please click here.

As CQUniversity is committed to providing quality, up-to-date and relevant education, please note courses are refreshed regularly and may not be an exact indication of course availability for your study. Please call 13CQUni 13 27 86 if you have specific questions regarding course information regarding your specific application.

Residential School and Study Requirements

Most courses include a compulsory residential school of 2-3 days.