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Graduate Certificate in Hydrogeology

Build and update your knowledge and skills in the field of hydrogeology by completing a Graduate Certificate in Hydrogeology.

Introduction

Hydrogeology deals with the distribution, flow and interaction of groundwater with the Earth including the hydrosphere, biosphere and lithosphere.
The Graduate Certificate in Hydrogeology will develop your abilities to deal with topics such as groundwater dynamics, exploration, drilling and aquifer tests, sustainable allocation of groundwater, contamination, and computer modelling.
Domestic students may be eligible for a Commonwealth supported place within this course.

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Course description, features and facilities

Hydrogeology is an interdisciplinary area which investigates the chemical, physical, and biological interactions occurring between water, soils/rocks, the natural environment and society.

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Structure

The course consists of units to a total of 24 points comprising four coursework units chosen from an approved list of units.
Key to availability of units:
S1 = Semester 1; S2 = Semester 2; S3 = summer teaching period; N/A = not available in 2013;
NS = non-standard teaching period; OS = offshore teaching period; * = to be advised

The course consists of units to a total value of 24 points comprising—

(a) the unit:

NS   GEOS4401  Hydrogeological Systems

and

(b) at least one unit from Group A:

Group A
NS   GEOS4402  Hydrogeological Impact Assessment
NS   GEOS5501  Advanced Hydrogeology
S2   GEOS5502  Hydrogeology Industry Placement

and

(c) up to two units from Group B:

Group B
S2, NS   ENVT4411  Geographic Information Systems Applications
S1, S2   SCIE4401  Data Use in the Natural Sciences
S1, S2   SCIE4402  Data Management and Analysis in the Natural Sciences
S1, S2   SCIE4403  The Conduct, Ethics and Communication of Science

Career opportunities

This degree will provide skills, expertise, knowledge and understanding, which will assist you in taking the next step in your career.

Related careers

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Further study opportunities

Students with a Graduate Certificate in Hydroegology can pursue further studies by completing a Graduate Diploma in Hydrogeology or a Master of Hydrogeology (coursework).

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These pages are under review and are being updated.

Check the Entrance requirements

This course is available to all students other than those holding an international student visa.

On this page

  1. Admission Requirements
  2. English competency
  3. Advanced standing

Admission Requirements

A bachelor's degree from this University with a relevant major or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty; or

A qualification or a level of education and professional experience recognised by the Faculty as equivalent to a bachelor's degree.

English competency

See the full list of English language requirements.

Advanced standing

If you have undertaken prior tertiary study within the last five years, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit and/or exemption).

Applications for advanced standing are assessed upon acceptance of any offer of admission made by the University.

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  1. Prerequisites
  2. Advanced standing

Prerequisites

As a rule, international students must:

  • Have a bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline (where required), completed to a sufficiently high standard;
  • Meet the specific prerequisites for the course. (Refer to admission requirements for this course)
  • Meet UWA's English language requirement.

Advanced standing

Students with previous tertiary level qualifications will be considered for advanced standing (credit).

These pages are under review and will be updated in early 2013.

How to apply

This course is available to all students other than those holding an international student visa.

On this page

  1. Application Deadlines
  2. How to apply
  3. Fees
  4. Contact details - admission information

Application Deadlines

Semester 1: 23 January

Semester 2: 26 June

How to apply

Submit a completed application form

Fees

Annual fee: $4180.

As some units vary in cost, the actual student contribution will depend on the mix of units you choose. See the unit costs website for details of individual unit costs.

Contact details - admission information

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  1. Application Deadlines
  2. Fees
  3. Contact details - admission information

Application Deadlines

Fees

Prospective international PhD candidates should refer to the research course fee list for the relevant field of study fee.

Contact details - admission information

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Graduate Certificate in Hydrogeology: the details

Status
Available 2013
Locations offered
Crawley
Attendance types
Part-time, Full-time
Delivery mode
Internal
Starting dates
Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly first year time commitment
The estimated time commitment for a standard full-time enrolment is approximately 46 hours per week (over 13 weeks) which includes contact hours, personal study and examinations.
Standard full-time completion
1 semester
Maximum time to complete
2 years
Contact details: course information
Science Student Office
Agricultural Central building
postgrad-science@uwa.edu.au
Ask UWA
6488 7333
Course code
72240
CRICOS Code
074965A
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