Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Our Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management AHC51120 will teach you the knowledge and skills to manage natural resources and respond to the challenges of biodiversity loss, climate change and environmental damage. Hands-on industry experience puts you out in the field The Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management AHC51120 offers…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Our Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management AHC51120 will teach you the knowledge and skills to manage natural resources and respond to the challenges of biodiversity loss, climate change and environmental damage.
Hands-on industry experience puts you out in the field
The Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management AHC51120 offers hands-on experience and practical skills taught by industry experts. You can’t protect the environment from a classroom alone, so you’ll be conducting field work in natural bush close to Epping campus and Northern Lodge training centre, and on specialised field trips to beautiful locations around Victoria.
Melbourne Polytechnic collaborates with key organisations including Darebin Parklands, Whittlesea City Council, Parks Victoria and Landcare to develop projects focused on real-world issues that provide you with unique experience before you’ve entered the workplace.
The first step in a fulfilling career
The Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management AHC51120 will teach you how to manage the environment in modern times, with a sustainable approach at the core of your studies.
This course could be your first step into an exciting and impactful career engaging with our natural environment. You might be employed by government agencies or private organisations in the conservation of land, catchment protection, park, flora or fauna management.
CAREER PATHWAYS
Where will the Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management AHC51120 take me?
Roles in natural resource management and conservation and land management are often with private contractors. Positions can also be found with government bodies, such as Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP), Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) and Victorian Water Corporations.
Study Pathways
As a graduate of our Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management AHC51120, you can articulate into a related degree course. The amount of credit given towards the degree varies depending on the provider institute and type of degree. It is a good idea to seek pathways advice from the degree provider.
REQUIREMENTS
International students are required to have an IELTS Academic overall score of 5.5 with no band score below 5.0 (or its equivalent); or completion of Australian Year 12 certificate; or a qualification undertaken in Australia at Certificate IV or higher and completed within the past 5 years; or university studies in Australia of at least 2 years duration or Melbourne Polytechnic recognised equivalency.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Melbourne Polytechnic has been offering vocational education since 1912 in Melbourne. It also provides TAFE, certificate programs, diploma programs and higher education programs for international students. The institution welcomes international students from over 70 countries, across its seven campuses. Melbourne Polytechnic’s strong partnerships with leading organisations and industry-relevant degrees benefit students, and help them gain hands-on learning experience. Its services are of great use to students; starting from bookstores and libraries to restaurants and shops, students can access a range of amenities. In addition, the institution helps students find suitable accommodation options, including both on-campus and off-campus housing.
