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Graduate Diploma of Water Policy and Governance Articulated Set
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Graduate Diploma of Water Policy and Governance
Graduate Certificate in Water Policy and Governance
The Graduate Diploma in Water Policy and Governance focuses on the development and management of policy and governance in relation to the water industry. The course aims to impart a sound knowledge and understanding of the water supply, climate change and risks to water resources as a basis for developing effective water reform, catchment-based management and policies. It also provides students with the opportunity to explore irrigation, ethics and environmental law. Graduates are capable of successfully governing water policy which results in a distinct contribution to knowledge within their industry and allow them to integrate with other natural resource professionals to improve water resources in Australia.
The Graduate Certificate in Water Policy and Governance focuses on the development and management of policy and governance in relation to the water industry. The course aims to impart a sound knowledge and understanding of the water supply, climate change and risks to water resources as a basis for developing effective water reform, catchment-based management and policies. It also provides students with the opportunity to explore irrigation, ethics and environmental law. Graduates are capable of successfully governing water policy which results in a distinct contribution to knowledge within their industry and allow them to integrate with other natural resource professionals to improve water resources in Australia.
- Award Names
- Availability
- Duration
- Admission
- Credit
- Articulation
- Graduation
- Course Structure
- Enrolment Pattern
- Residential School
The course includes the following awards:
Graduate Certificate in Water Policy and Governance GradCertWaterPolicy&Gvnce
Graduate Diploma of Water Policy and Governance GradDipWaterPolicy&Gvnce
Course Study Modes and Locations
Graduate Certificate in Water Policy and Governance (4312WP)
Distance Education - Wagga Wagga
Graduate Diploma of Water Policy and Governance (4612WP)
Distance Education - Wagga Wagga
Availability is subject to change, please verify prior to enrolment.
Normal course duration
Graduate Diploma of Water Policy and Governance
Full-time 1 years (2.0 sessions)
Part-time 2.0 years (4.0 sessions)
Graduate Certificate in Water Policy and Governance
Full-time 1 years (2.0 sessions)
Part-time 2.0 years (4.0 sessions)
Normal course duration is the effective period of time taken to complete a course when studied Full-time (Full-time Equivalent: FTE). Students are advised to consult the Enrolment Pattern for the actual length of study. Not all courses are offered in Full-time mode.
Admission criteria
CSU Admission PolicyGraduate Diploma of Water Policy and Governance
Graduate Pathways
The basic prerequisite is that a candidate must hold at least a 3 year degree (or equivalent) in any field, as such it is assumed the candidate understands the agricultural or natural resources within which they work, and they are primarily focused on developing their knowledge of water policy and governance further.
Non-Academic articulation into the course
The degree will also provide a pathway for experienced industry people (with at least 3 years of work experience) without an academic background. These candidates could enrol into the Graduate Diploma in Water Policy and Governance Articulation from Industry and VET trained candidates who are currently working in the field may also be offered into the Graduate Certificate. Applications will be assessed at the discretion of the School of Agricultural and Wine Sciences Courses Director.
Graduate Certificate in Water Policy and Governance
Graduate Pathways
The basic prerequisite is that a candidate must hold at least a 3 year degree (or equivalent) in any field, as such it is assumed the candidate understands the agricultural or natural resources within which they work, and they are primarily focused on developing their knowledge of water policy and governance further.
Non-Academic articulation into the course
The degree will also provide a pathway for experienced industry people (with at least 3 years of work experience) without an academic background. These candidates could enrol into the Graduate Diploma in Water Policy and Governance Articulation and credit from Industry and VET trained candidates who are currently working in the field may also be offered into the Graduate Certificate. Applications will be assessed at the discretion of the School of Agricultural and Wine Sciences Courses Director.
Credit
CSU Credit PolicyGraduate Diploma of Water Policy and Governance
No special arrangements apply
Graduate Certificate in Water Policy and Governance
No special arrangements apply
Articulation
The Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate make up an articulated set of courses and credit is given in each higher level course for the subjects completed in the lower.
Graduation requirements
Graduate Diploma of Water Policy and Governance
To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 64 points.
Graduate Certificate in Water Policy and Governance
To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 32 points.
Course Structure
Core subjects
PSC420 Water Policy and Management
AHT404 Climate Change Impacts – Mitigation and Adaptation
Restricted Electives
PKM562 Environmental Policy
LAW530 Environmental Law and Management (Faculty of Business, Justice & Behavioural Sciences Subject)
GEO360 Catchment Management through Community Development
IRR400 Principles of Irrigation (Post Graduate)
MGT547 Ethics of Corporate Governance (Faculty of Business, Justice & Behavioural Sciences)
MGT594 Leadership and Business Ethics (Faculty of Business, Justice & Behavioural Sciences)
MGT362 Commodity Pricing Management (Faculty of Business, Justice & Behavioural Sciences)
Enrolment Pattern
The Enrolment Pattern is defined by the electives chosen.
Residential School
Please note that the following subjects may have a residential school component.
IRR400 Principles of Irrigation
PSC420 Water Policy and Management
Enrolled students can find further information about CSU residential schools via the About Residential School page.
Contact
Current Students
For any enquiries about subject selection or course structure you will need to contact your Course Director. You can find the name and contact details for your Course Director in your offer letter or contact your School office.
Prospective Students
For further information about Charles Sturt University, or this course offering, please contact info.csu on 1800 334 733 (free call within Australia) or enquire online.
The information contained in the 2017 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2017. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.