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Advanced Certificate in Environmental Studies

  • Duration (approx) 900 hours
  • Qualification Advanced Certificate

Course Description

Environmental Science & Studies: Protecting the Environment for the Future

  • Learn about ecotourism, environmental sustainability, environmental assessment, environmental enterprises.
  • Study format – online, printed notes or eLearning (USB). Pay by Instalments.
  • Self-paced study/Work at your own pace. No course end date. Study as slowly or as quickly as you like.
  • 900 hours of study. 3 core + 6 electives. Theory + practical learning – assignments + exercises + projects. 
  • No deadlines.  Prompt marking from expert and experienced tutors. Support available from tutors via phone or online.
  • Work in environmental management, ecotourism or other types of the environmental enterprises.

Modules

Core ModulesThese modules provide foundation knowledge for the Advanced Certificate in Environmental Studies
 CONSERVATION & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT BEN201
 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT - BEN301
 INDUSTRY PROJECT BIP000
Elective ModulesIn addition to the core modules, students study any 6 of the following 39 modules.
 ADVANCED PERMACULTURE BHT301
 ADVENTURE TOURISM - BTR302
 ALTERNATIVE ENERGY VSS102
 BOTANY I - PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND TAXONOMY BSC104
 BOTANY II - APPLIED PLANT PHYSIOLOGY BSC204
 BUSH TUCKER PLANTS BHT 328
 BUSHCRAFT & WILDERNESS ACTIVITIES BTR201
 EARTH SCIENCE - BEN204
 ECOTOUR MANAGEMENT BTR101
 ECOTOURISM TOUR GUIDE COURSE BTR301
 ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY BSC306
 ENVIRONMENTAL WASTE MANAGEMENT BEN202
 EVENT MANAGEMENT - BRE209
 HEALTHY BUILDINGS I (BUILDING CONSTRUCTION & HEALTH) BSS200
 HEALTHY BUILDINGS II BSS300 (BUILDING ENVIRONMENT & HEALTH)
 INTRODUCTION TO ECOLOGY BEN101
 LANDSCAPING II BHT214 (Landscape Components)
 LANDSCAPING III - BHT235 (Themed Gardens)
 MARINE STUDIES I BEN103
 MARINE STUDIES II - BEN203
 MICROBIOLOGY BSC209
 NATURAL GARDEN DESIGN BHT215
 NATURE PARK MANAGEMENT I BEN120
 NATURE PARK MANAGEMENT II BEN207
 ORGANIC FARMING BAG305
 ORNITHOLOGY BEN102
 PLANT ECOLOGY BSC305
 PRIMATES BEN210
 RESEARCH PROJECT I BGN102
 SALES MANAGEMENT BBS102
 SOIL MANAGEMENT (AGRICULTURE) BAG103
 STARTING A SMALL BUSINESS VBS101
 STATISTICS - BSC304
 SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE - BAG215
 TREES FOR REHABILITATION (LANDCARE REFORESTATION) BHT205
 VERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY BEN104
 WEED CONTROL BHT209
 WILDLIFE CONSERVATION BEN206
 WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT - BEN205

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who are the course writers and tutors for this course?

Written and taught by international ecotourism professionals, including –

  • Melissa Leistra – Hospitality teacher with 2 decades experience teaching commercial cookery and food and beverage, health and nutrition.  Experienced in the hospitality industry.
  • Alison Pearce -  Masters degree in ecotourism. Substantial experience.

What will I learn about in this course?

Learn About Living Things and How they Interact with the Environment. 

The core modules in this course have been chosen to ensure you have a good, broad understanding of the living and non living parts of the environment and the interactions that occur between these components.  The Environmental Assessment module is particularly important because it shows you how to undertake assessments; which are a fundamental part of how society uses the expertise of environmental graduates. This module prepares you for the sort of work that is in demand.

How do I enrol?

  •  Enrolling is easy - just go to the top of this page and select your study method and payment option.
  • If you have any questions about studying with ACS, or want to know more about any of our courses, get in touch with our specialist tutors today. They will be happy to answer your questions and look at different study options to fit in with your goals.


 

Courses can be started anytime from anywhere in the world!

Meet some of our academics

Melissa LeistraBachelor Education, Masters Human Nutrition
Alison Pearce (general)P.G.Cert. Ed., M.Ecotourism, S.Sc. (Hons). Alison has held many positions including: University Lecturer, Writer, Quality Assurance Manager, Research Technician, Vet Nurse and stockwoman. Over 30 years industry experience, mostly in Australia and the UK.. Alison originally graduated with an honors degree in science from university and beyond that has completed post graduate qualifications in education and eco-tourism. She has managed veterinary operating theatre, responsible for animal anaesthesia, instrument preparation, and assistance with surgical techniques and procedures.

Check out our eBooks

Business OperationsA text book for business students, or a guide book for anyone operating a business. Six chapters: Daily Challenges of Running a Business, Managing People, The Law, Finance, Product Management and Risk Management.
Event ManagementThe Event Management ebook can be used as a reference for students or as a foundation text for professionals who need to know the finer details for organising an event. This book takes the reader through the all of the considerations that need to be looked at prior to, during and after an event is organised. The topics covered in the Event Management ebook are 1/ Scope and Nature of Event Management, 2/ Developing a Concept and Planning, 3/ Organising the Resources Required, 4/ Catering: Food and Drink, 5/ Promoting an Event, 6/ Managing the Clientele, 7/ Risk Management, Legalities and Contingency Planning, 8/ Delivering the Event, 9/ Organising Celebrations and Parties, 10/ Organising Exhibitions, 11/ Organising Conferences and Seminars and 12/ Working in the Event Industry.
LeadershipWhat makes a good leader? Is it an innate personality trait or a skill that can be acquired? This book is an excellent guide to the theories and practice of leadership. It is full of interesting facts about social dynamics and examples of leadership styles. For those who are curious or in need of some leadership skills, this book will provide both entertainment and advice.

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