UQ environmental sciences offers new field of study

7 January 2015

UQ environmental sciences will be offering a new field of study in the Master of Environmental Management program.
From 2015, the Master of Environmental Management offers the new field of study Environmental Management in Mining. This field of study will introduce students to the unique environmental challenges presented by mining environments and strategies for managing these environmental impacts.

UQ Environmental Sciences
Study at the University of Queensland

Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations:

  • Conservation Biology
  • Conservation and Natural Resource Management
  • Environmental Management in Mining (new from 2015)
  • Resource and Environmental Economics
  • Sustainable Development

Environmental Management in Mining

Development of Australia’s mineral and energy resources involves extraction and processing activities, which create environmental impacts that must be managed and minimised. The wealth of mineral and energy resources in Australia ensures an ongoing demand for skilled professionals in environmental management in mining. This field of study will introduce students to the unique environmental challenges presented by mining environments and strategies for managing these environmental impacts.
Employment opportunities

Graduates will be well-equipped for careers in environmental management related to the mining industry in private organisations and government:
Industry
On-site management roles:

  • Land rehabilitation
  • Monitoring and management of water quality and quantity
  • Restoration of flora and fauna communities
  • Management of greenhouse gas and dust emissions
  • Development of site-specific management strategies

Consultancy

  • Development of management plans for industry
  • Monitoring and auditing of management plans
  • Identification of opportunities to go beyond `best practice’ management strategies

Government

  • Policy implementation: monitoring compliance with regulations
  • Policy development: formulation of environmental management regulations and guidelines for industry

Program: Master of Environmental Management
Location: Brisbane, Queensland
Semester intakes: February and July
Duration: 1.5 – 2 years
Entry requirements
Bachelor degree with a in environmental management, environmental science; environmental studies; geography; natural resources; biology; ecology; conservation; sustainable development/sustainability; environmental engineering; marine science; marine studies; or an approved discipline with a GPA of 4.5 on a 7 point scale.

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Would you like more information about environmental science programs at the University of Queensland? Contact OzTREKK’s Australian Environmental Sciences Admissions Officer Rachel Brady at rachel@oztrekk.com or call toll free in Canada at 1-866-698-7355.

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