Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Development

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Duration
0.5 years full-time, 1 year part-time
Location
Melbourne
Next start term
Term 2, 2025
Study mode
On Campus
Course code
CM84
CRICOS
117527H
First-year fee
A$17,460 (Indicative)
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Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Development offers a comprehensive introduction to the core principles and practices of sustainability within a global framework. 

Designed to equip professionals with the expertise to address complex environmental challenges, the course delves into the interconnected social, economic, and governance aspects of sustainability. You will explore key areas such as sustainable development, environmental management, and policy strategies through four interdisciplinary units. This sustainable development course provides a strong foundation ideal for expanding your skills and making a meaningful impact in sustainability-focused roles across diverse industries.

The Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Development is part of a suite of postgraduate courses in this field, making it ideal as a standalone postgraduate qualification in sustainable development or as a stepping stone towards advanced studies in sustainability, such as CQU's Graduate Diploma of Sustainable Development and Master of Sustainable Development.

Career Opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Development prepares you for entry-level roles in sustainability across government, non-profit, and corporate sectors. You'll have the skills and knowledge to pursue roles that help organisations implement sustainable practices and policies, such as: 

  • sustainability officer, 
  • environmental advisor, or 
  • project coordinator.

Structure & Availability

The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below.

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Your Course

You must complete four units. (24 credits):

  1. 1
    The core structure (4 units)

What You'll Study

In this course, you'll study four units from the list below.

Click on a unit below to learn more.

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Additional Information

If you have already completed a study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.

Requirements

To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

Fees & Scholarships

Course Fees

This is an approximate cost of enrolling in this course, shown in Australian dollars (A$), for one academic year and is based on a full-time study load (8 units over 2 terms). 

Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units that you select to study and your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change.

International Course Fees

A scholarship can help with the costs involved with living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel, and more.

You may be eligible for up to 25% international scholarship funded by the University.

We also offer other scholarships to support international students and encourage you to apply for the one that's right for you.

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In addition to your international course tuition fees, you must have sufficient funds to cover other study and living expenses. 

This will include costs such as textbooks, accommodation, visa applications, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), general living, etc.

Information about cost of living in Australia

Overseas Student Health Cover

How to Apply

Our easy to use online application system for international students will guide you through the process of applying for a course at CQUniversity Australia.

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