Diploma of Conservation and Land Management

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National code: AHC51116 Diploma (TAFE) Wantirna Send me a link to this course

The Diploma of Conservation and Land Management is a hands-on course that provides students with a broad knowledge of environmental science. Students learn how to develop management strategies for the sustainable use of our natural resources. They gain skills in surveying fauna and flora, waterway testing and restoration, erosion and sediment control, project management and community engagement. Students also participate in a range of field studies.

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Duration

1.5 years full-time and 2 years part-time

Intakes

Wantirna (March, July) - View application and start dates

Study modes

Full-time,
Part-time (day & evening)

VTAC course code

3401070754 (fee type determined by provider)

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

This practical hands-on course provides students with a solid grounding in conservation and land management in line with current industry standards. Field studies are an integral part of the course. Full-time students have the opportunity to attend two major camps during their course at no extra cost. Day excursions are also included in the fees.

Course structure

Students undertake a range of competencies. A total of 10 elective units of competency must be successfully completed. With a substantial practical component in the course, participants may be required to work and liaise with a range of community, government and professional organisations and individuals to achieve competence.

Units of study

Students may choose a minimum of 10 electives from the following list:

Develop a water quality monitoring program (AHCNRM502)
Prepare reports (AHCWRK503)
Conduct biological surveys (AHCNAR502)
Collect and classify plants (AHCPCM502)
Conduct field research into natural and cultural resources (AHCILM501)
Manage fauna populations (AHCFAU501)
Develop environmentally sustainable tourism operations (SITTPPD002)
Develop interpretive activities (SITTPPD002)
Maintain work health and safety processes (AHCWRK401)
Plan river restoration works (AHCNAR505)
Design a natural area restoration project (AHCNAR503)
Monitor biodiversity (AHCLPW405)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and graduate skills.

Career opportunities

Students will have the opportunity to apply for Parks Victoria Summer Rangers positions and Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) Project Fire Fighter positions.

Graduates may have opportunities to work in the sectors of land management, conservation earthworks, community co-ordination and facilitation, indigenous land management, lands, parks and wildlife, natural area restoration and management, weed and vertebrate pest management.

Aims and objectives

Students have the opportunity to develop a broad knowledge in environmental science and to specialise in the development of management strategies for the sustainable use of our resources.

Graduate skills

The Diploma of Conservation and Land Management reflects the role of personnel working in management positions with technical level skill in land management roles.

Pathways and scholarships

- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.

Scholarships

At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. Find out more about scholarships.

Credit

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about RPL.

Course fees and requirements

- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

A VET Student Loan is available for this course – allowing you to defer part of your fees if you're eligible.

Please note: The maximum VET Student Loan amount for this course is $15,514. You must start repaying this loan once you earn above the compulsory repayment threshold.

Diploma of Conservation and Land Management Estimated course fees for 2019*
*You will need to pay this amount if you do not* receive a VET Student Loan**	$16,540	$10,230
You will need to pay this amount if you do receive a VET Student Loan	$1,026	Fully Covered

Estimated course fees for 2019*

For students who are not granted a Skills First government-subsidised place

For students who are granted a Skills First government-subsidised place

You will need to pay this amount if you do not receive a VET Student Loan

$16,540

$10,230

You will need to pay this amount if you do receive a VET Student Loan

$1,026

Fully Covered

Skills First
If you’re deemed eligible, you could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

This course is delivered with state government funding.

Indicative nominal course hours: 1,290.

Please note: Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2019 only and may change for units studied in future years. If part-time study is permitted for this course, annual fees will be proportionally lower based on the number of units taken per semester.

Find out more about fees.

Entry requirements

Entry into this program is based on an applicant’s study and/or relevant work history. Some additional criteria may also apply.

Applicants require a minimum of Year 12 completion or equivalent.

Applicants without formal qualifications but with significant relevant work or volunteer experience are welcome to apply.

How to apply

Applications for Semester 1 for courses listed on the VTAC Guide are generally made through VTAC. Under certain circumstances, some students (e.g. Non-Year 12) may apply directly to Swinburne. Find out more about how to apply.

Applications for all other intakes should be made directly to Swinburne.

Find out more

Submit an online enquiry
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE

Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059