Take your knowledge and skills further with a deeper exploration into environmental engineering and its applications across industry.
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AU$17,760 (2023 annual)
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The Graduate Certificate in Environmental Engineering has been designed to allow qualified engineering graduates to specialise in the field of environmental engineering.
You will develop skills to lead the introduction of new technologies and operating practices in a range of industries. As a graduate of this certificate, you will have gained state-of-the-art knowledge and skills in environmental engineering and related technologies, combined with enhanced oral and written communication, teamwork, design, and project management skills.
Equip yourself to further your career aspirations in engineering, operations, management, or consultancy, and significantly contribute to improving the effectiveness and efficiency of organisations, and the competitiveness and profitability of business and industry.
Please note: this graduate certificate is not available for international students intending to study on a student visa. If you are holding a temporary visa (other than a student visa) and your visa has a full study entitlement, you may be eligible to apply. For more information, see the international students with other temporary (non-student) visas.
This certificate is delivered in blended mode, so you will study both online and face-to-face at the Melbourne City campus, through a combination of lectures, tutorials, workshops and labs.
Assessment will vary based on subject requirements. You can expect to undertake assignments and projects, assessed tutorials or presentations, self- and peer-assessment, and technical reports.
This qualification has strong links with industry through its Industry Advisory Committee and through research and teaching collaborations.
Many teaching staff are from local industry or have extensive industry experience and well-developed contact networks, and many are currently engaged in industry-funded research projects. These attributes, when integrated into teaching and courseware development, ensure that your learning experience is industry-relevant and work-integrated.
The knowledge and skills you will acquire throughout this degree and how they can be applied in your career are described in the learning outcomes.
To graduate from this certificate, you must select and complete two of the following core subjects:
You must also choose and complete two of the following elective subjects:
Choose a plan below to find out more about the subjects you will study and the course structure.
Upon graduation from this certificate, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge required for a successful career in the environmental engineering field, particularly in project-leading and management roles.
Alternatively, you may choose to pursue further study in the Master of Engineering (Environmental Engineering).
You need to satisfy all of the following entry requirements to be considered for entry into this degree.
Applicants must have:
OR
The relevant industry experience must have been undertaken in an English-speaking environment.
International qualifications are assessed for parity to Australian qualifications according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification.
A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification.
You must meet the University's minimum English language requirements to be eligible for a place in this program.
You can gain entry to this graduate certificate from a range of RMIT undergraduate programs, if you meet the entry requirements.
Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience.
Credit and exemptions will be assessed consistent with the principles of the RMIT Credit Policy.
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Environmental Engineering are guaranteed entry into the Master of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) and will receive 48 credit points.
*The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) rates for 2023 have been delayed by the Australian Government. The fee information will be published when they are available.
Amounts quoted are indicative fees per annum, and are based on a standard year of full-time study (96 credit points). A proportionate fee applies for more or less than the full-time study load.
*Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide.
This program is offered on a full-fee paying basis only. If you are offered a place, you will need to pay the full tuition costs of your program. However, eligible students (such as Australian citizens or holders of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa) may apply to defer payment of some or all of their tuition fees via the Commonwealth Government’s FEE-HELP loan scheme.
For information on how to pay your fees or how to apply for a refund, please see Paying your fees and applying for refunds.
*The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) rates for 2023 have been delayed by the Australian Government. The fee information will be published when they are available.
In addition to tuition fees, you will be charged an annual student services and amenities fee (SSAF), which is used to maintain and enhance services and amenities that improve your experience as an RMIT student.
The SSAF is calculated based on your enrolment load and the maximum fee for 2022* is $315.
For more information about calculating your actual SSAF see Paying SSAF.
You may also be required to purchase other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment. These additional fees and expenses vary from program to program.
Eligible students (such as Australian citizens or holders of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa) may apply to defer payment of some or all of their tuition fees via the Commonwealth Government’s FEE-HELP loan scheme.
You may be eligible to apply to defer payment of the Student services and amenities fee (SSAF) through the SA-HELP loan scheme. If you use SA-HELP, the amount will be added to your accumulated HELP debt.
If your FEE-HELP and/or SA-HELP loan application is successful, the Australian Government will pay RMIT, on your behalf, up to 100% of your fees. This amount will become part of your accumulated HELP debt.
You only start repaying your accumulated HELP debt to the Australian Government once you earn above the minimum income threshold for repayment, which is set each year by the Australian Government (this also applies if you are still studying). The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) will calculate your compulsory repayment for the year and include this on your income tax notice.
For more information about loan repayment options see Commonwealth assistance (HELP loans) or Study Assist.
This program is approved for income support.
You may be eligible for student income support payments from the Commonwealth Government if you are undertaking a graduate certificate, graduate diploma or an approved professionally oriented masters by coursework program. For more information see Income support for Masters students.
If you are enrolled in an eligible program you will also need to satisfy all other student payment eligibility requirements. You can contact Centrelink or Services Australia for further information about student income support entitlements, your eligibility and how to apply.
You may be eligible to apply for income tax deductions for education expenses linked to your employment.
See the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) for more information.
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The annual tuition fee for 2022 is AU$XX,XXX.
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Acknowledgement of Country
RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.