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Study in world-class
natural environments
Tasmania is ideal for conservation studies, offering world-class protected areas rich in cultural heritage and recreational experiences.
Internationally recognised competency standards
Tailored learning criteria meet global competencies for protected area professionals, aligned with IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas.
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connections
Grow your protected area network across government, private, and industry sectors through guest lectures and work placement opportunities.
Study options
Equipping professionals with skills for effective local and global protected area conservation
There are over 300,000 protected areas worldwide dedicated to the long-term conservation of nature and the preservation of ecosystem services and cultural values.
Good governance, effective planning, and sound management are essential for these areas to achieve global targets and local impact.
Our study options provide you with the knowledge and skills needed by contemporary protected area professionals in governance and management roles. Subjects covered include governance, planning, and management practices across government, private, and community-based protected areas. Both terrestrial, freshwater, and marine protected areas are addressed.
With the growing global challenges in protected area management, acquiring advanced knowledge and skills in governance, science, evidence-based policy, planning, and management through our study options is more critical than ever. Our courses ensure you gain a deep understanding of the global and local challenges that protected area planning, management, and governance must address.
Explore your study pathways
The courses below provide a structured pathway for building expertise in protected area conservation, offering a clear progression from foundational skills to advanced professional practice.
This course equips students with essential knowledge and skills for contemporary protected area planning, covering practices in government, private, and community-based governance arrangements.
Graduates can progress to the Bachelor of Applied Science (Professional Honours in Conservation Management).
This course provides training in governance, planning, and management for effective nature conservation.
The combination of governance and management skills in a case-based learning environment prepares graduates for diverse career opportunities.
Graduates can advance to the Master of Protected Area Conservation.
This course develops advanced knowledge and skills for professionals in middle or senior roles in protected area governance and management.
The curriculum covers governance, planning, and management across government, private, and community-based protected areas, including terrestrial, freshwater, and marine environments.
Students apply their skills to solve complex conservation challenges within protected areas and seascapes.
Course options
Whether you seek professional development or aspire to pursue a master's degree, these courses provide an ideal pathway towards achieving your goals.
Graduate Certificate in | Bachelor of Applied Science | Master of |
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Total 3 units (50 credit points)
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Total 6 units (100 credit points)
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Total 11 units (200 credit points)
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Minimum 0.5 Years, 
OnlineCareer opportunities
Graduates will possess specialist governance, planning, and management knowledge and skills that are highly sought after by government-protected area agencies, private sector managers, non-governmental organisations (NGO) and community-based organisations. The curriculum is designed to meet international competencies for protected area planners, as specified by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) World Commission on Protected Areas.
The career opportunities for graduates are vast and varied across government, private, and not-for-profit industries. Potential career paths include eco-tourism, natural resource management and planning, wildlife conservation, and emergency management and planning. This diverse range of opportunities allows graduates to apply their expertise in numerous settings, contributing to global conservation and the effective management of protected areas.
8.3%
Urban and regional planners
Projected employment growth to May 2028*
7.7%
Environmental scientists
Projected employment growth to May 2028*
Shortage
Environmental consultants
Regional shortages*
Student story - Working to sustain the state’s wild places
Pierre Defourny, a Master of Environmental Management graduate, transitioned from a career in sustainable finance to environmental conservation in Tasmania. His studies equipped him with practical skills, leading to his role with the Tasmanian Land Conservancy, where he manages biodiversity conservation projects. His studies and fieldwork directly led to this role, combining his passion for sustainability with professional expertise.
“I...knew that Tasmania was at the forefront of conservation efforts globally and that the University had a good reputation in that field.”
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Find out how to apply to get started.
Whether you're contemplating the next step in your career, seeking a change, or looking to consolidate your experience with a qualification, a postgraduate degree will give you a competitive edge.
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Take the next step
Applying to study with us is free using our simple online form.
Find out how to apply to get started.
Whether you're contemplating the next step in your career, seeking a change, or looking to consolidate your experience with a qualification, a postgraduate degree will give you a competitive edge.
If you would like help applying, please enquire with our friendly team. You can even set up an appointment to be guided through the process.