Graduate Certificate in Bushfire Planning and Management
The University of Melbourne
Course Fee:
Australian: $15,488
International: $19,728
Entry Requirements:
An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline with a weighted average mark of at least 65%; or an undergraduate degree in any area including at least 25 points in one or more of biology, chemistry, mathematics or statistics, or equivalent, and with a weighted average mark of at least 65%; or an undergraduate degree in any area and a Graduate Certificate in Environment with a weighted average mark of at least 65% in the certificate; or a two-year associate degree or diploma in a relevant discipline, at least five years' relevant professional experience, and an appropriate level of performance on a test conducted by the selection committee to confirm generic skills necessary for successful study in the program.
Structure:
50 points - consists of the core subjects Bushfire and Climate (FRST90025) and Bushfire Planning and Management (FRST90017), plus two further 12.5 point subjects according to stream (Planning or Management).
Subjects you can Study:
Bushfire management; Bushfire planning
Study Pathways:
The program entitles graduates 50 points credit towards the coursework Graduate Diploma and the Master of Forest Ecosystem Science (200 points), each of which enables progression to Master of Philosophy (MPhil) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
Further information:
Most subjects taught in 10-day blocks at Parkville or Creswick campus.
Recognition:
Graduates are eligible to apply for accreditation under the Bushfire Planning and Design (BPAD) scheme administered by FPA Australia (Fire Protection Authority Australia).
Accepts International Students:
Yes
Related Careers:
Fire Protection Technician,| Campus | ATAR/OP | Adjusted | Mid Year Intake | Study Mode | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creswick | No info | No | Part time | 1 year | |
| Creswick | No info | No | Full time | 0.5 year |
Numbers aren’t always important. But when you graduate from a university that's ranked one of the world’s best, you’ll share that reputation. Not just after graduation but long after you leave.
Why study with us
With a 160-year history of leadership in learning, teaching and research, the University of Melbourne has grown to be an internationally respected institution, consistently ranked as one of the world’s leading universities – number one in Australia and number 32 in the world*.
The value of a Melbourne education is backed up by the fact we’re ranked sixth in the world for graduate employability by the well-regarded QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2020.
Facilities and services
The Parkville campus, with new, state-of-the-art facilities springing up beside our heritage buildings, connects Australia’s leading health and biomedical precinct with our faculties and schools, while the Southbank campus – home to studies in fine arts, performance and music – is on the doorstep of the best museums, galleries, theatres and concert halls in Australia.
Our regional campuses provide immersive experiences in specialty areas like veterinary medicine, agriculture, and forestry.
Alongside our industry-focused academics, there are internships and volunteering opportunities to give you real-world work experience and develop leadership qualities, while giving you the chance to contribute to the community.
Admission and Selection
The University of Melbourne’s Study website is a ready resource for everything you need to know about studying at Australia’s leading university. From eligibility requirements for domestic and international students and submitting an application through VTAC to applying for special entry schemes and scholarships, you’re set up for success from the get-go.
Study options
Our approach means you can create your own study path based on your interests and abilities, but with flexibility to explore new options along the way. In a world where careers are changing fast and employers want analytical and adaptable thinking, this flexibility has never been more important.
Our bachelor degrees are offered in: Agriculture, Arts, Biomedicine, Commerce, Design, Fine Arts, Music, Oral Health, and Science and cover more than 100 areas of study. Our professional graduate programs include architecture, criminology, education, engineering, finance, law, medicine, nursing, optometry, psychology, urban planning, veterinary medicine and many, many more.
We’ve also introduced a new suite of courses that bundle your undergraduate degree with your graduate study. These Graduate Degree Packages mean you’ll have the assurance of a guaranteed graduate place at the time you receive your offer.
*Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019
Course Fee:
Australian: $15,488
International: $19,728
Entry Requirements:
An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline with a weighted average mark of at least 65%; or an undergraduate degree in any area including at least 25 points in one or more of biology, chemistry, mathematics or statistics, or equivalent, and with a weighted average mark of at least 65%; or an undergraduate degree in any area and a Graduate Certificate in Environment with a weighted average mark of at least 65% in the certificate; or a two-year associate degree or diploma in a relevant discipline, at least five years' relevant professional experience, and an appropriate level of performance on a test conducted by the selection committee to confirm generic skills necessary for successful study in the program.
Structure:
50 points - consists of the core subjects Bushfire and Climate (FRST90025) and Bushfire Planning and Management (FRST90017), plus two further 12.5 point subjects according to stream (Planning or Management).
Subjects you can Study:
Bushfire management; Bushfire planning
Study Pathways:
The program entitles graduates 50 points credit towards the coursework Graduate Diploma and the Master of Forest Ecosystem Science (200 points), each of which enables progression to Master of Philosophy (MPhil) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
Further information:
Most subjects taught in 10-day blocks at Parkville or Creswick campus.
Recognition:
Graduates are eligible to apply for accreditation under the Bushfire Planning and Design (BPAD) scheme administered by FPA Australia (Fire Protection Authority Australia).
Accepts International Students:
Yes
Related Careers:
Fire Protection Technician,| Campus | ATAR/OP | Adjusted | Mid Year Intake | Study Mode | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creswick | No info | No | Part time | 1 year | |
| Creswick | No info | No | Full time | 0.5 year |
Numbers aren’t always important. But when you graduate from a university that's ranked one of the world’s best, you’ll share that reputation. Not just after graduation but long after you leave.
Why study with us
With a 160-year history of leadership in learning, teaching and research, the University of Melbourne has grown to be an internationally respected institution, consistently ranked as one of the world’s leading universities – number one in Australia and number 32 in the world*.
The value of a Melbourne education is backed up by the fact we’re ranked sixth in the world for graduate employability by the well-regarded QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2020.
Facilities and services
The Parkville campus, with new, state-of-the-art facilities springing up beside our heritage buildings, connects Australia’s leading health and biomedical precinct with our faculties and schools, while the Southbank campus – home to studies in fine arts, performance and music – is on the doorstep of the best museums, galleries, theatres and concert halls in Australia.
Our regional campuses provide immersive experiences in specialty areas like veterinary medicine, agriculture, and forestry.
Alongside our industry-focused academics, there are internships and volunteering opportunities to give you real-world work experience and develop leadership qualities, while giving you the chance to contribute to the community.
Admission and Selection
The University of Melbourne’s Study website is a ready resource for everything you need to know about studying at Australia’s leading university. From eligibility requirements for domestic and international students and submitting an application through VTAC to applying for special entry schemes and scholarships, you’re set up for success from the get-go.
Study options
Our approach means you can create your own study path based on your interests and abilities, but with flexibility to explore new options along the way. In a world where careers are changing fast and employers want analytical and adaptable thinking, this flexibility has never been more important.
Our bachelor degrees are offered in: Agriculture, Arts, Biomedicine, Commerce, Design, Fine Arts, Music, Oral Health, and Science and cover more than 100 areas of study. Our professional graduate programs include architecture, criminology, education, engineering, finance, law, medicine, nursing, optometry, psychology, urban planning, veterinary medicine and many, many more.
We’ve also introduced a new suite of courses that bundle your undergraduate degree with your graduate study. These Graduate Degree Packages mean you’ll have the assurance of a guaranteed graduate place at the time you receive your offer.
*Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019
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