Entry requirements
Applicants must fulfil the following requirements for entry into the Graduate Certificate in Water Resources Management. Academic merit (as determined by an assessment of an applicant's qualifications) Completion of: * four year undergraduate degree including honours in a relevant field* (Australian or equivalent); * four year undergraduate degree in a relevant field (Australian or equivalent) with relevant experience**; * three year undergraduate degree plus honours in a relevant field* (Australian or equivalent); or * three year undergraduate degree in a relevant field* (Australian or equivalent) with relevant experience**. * Engineering and Science are considered as relevant fields. ** Relevant experience will need to be demonstrated to an appropriate level and will be assessed at the discretion of the WaterEd Board of Studies. In addition, International students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission: * International English Language Testing System (IELTS): test - band 6.5 with a score no less then 6 for sub tests; or * previous successful secondary or tertiary study where English was the language of instruction. It is assumed that all applicants will have a demonstrated background in mathematics (i.e. at least equivalent to year 12 mathematics (e.g. Mathematical Studies in South Australia). Course prerequisites indicate where a higher level of mathematical ability is required. International students should visit http://www.international.cqu.edu.au/ for further information. Program Rules 1. Students must complete at least 50% of their studies at their home institution. 2. Students who undertake study option 3 or 4 are required to complete ’Research Methodology’ as part of their elective course requirement prior to the commencement of their research or industry project. ‘Research Methodology’ will require students to develop a project proposal. This proposal will form the basis of the proposal required to be approved by the Program Director in the semester prior to commencing study options 3 or 4. 3. At the discretion of the Program Director, students may be granted credit1 for two coursework electives where students are able to provide evidence that they have successfully completed a similar postgraduate course previously. Credit will not be granted for the core courses. 4. At the discretion of the Program Director, students that are able to provide evidence that they have successfully completed a similar postgraduate course or can demonstrate knowledge through professional experience, will be eligible to undertake an alternate coursework elective in its place. 5. Students may be allowed to undertake coursework electives from other university postgraduate courses with the approval of the Program Director. 6. Students must satisfy course pre-requisites, unless otherwise approved by the Program Director. 7. Students should consult with the Program Director before enrolling in the Specialised Studies 1 (Hydrology and Water Resources Advanced Topics) course. 8. Students are required to complete at least 3 specialist courses from streams (1-5). Program Notes 1. All the ICE WaRM Universities contribute expertise to the delivery of the core courses. These courses and other specified courses are delivered using ‘Access Grid’, an internet conference facility. 2. This programme is full fee paying. 3. It is important to note that not all coursework electives will be offered every year or study period and that timetabling difficulties may prevent enrolment in some electives. Availability of some coursework electives may be subject to minimum enrolment requirements. Students are urged to discuss their coursework electives with the Program Director. Further information about ICE WaRM: Drawing on the expertise of the five universities (CQUniversity, University of South Australia, University of Adelaide, Deakin University and Flinders University) and the International Centre of Water Resources Management (ICE WaRM) involved in this initiative demonstrates CQUniversity's ability to successfully engage in collaborative and innovative teaching arrangements that will have global reach and impact. The University's membership and participation in the International Centre of Excellence in Water Resources Management as a highly visible gateway to Australia's collective expertise and support in water management training, education and research provides a means for enhancement of its position in the global water community. Membership of the centre in conjunction with other leading Australian universities provides an environment for collaboration in teaching, research and consulting. The effective collaboration required for high quality delivery of the ICE WaRM programs can further enhance the university's approach to teaching and the administration required to support such a program across multiple providers. It is not expected that the proposed program will impact on undertakings with other partners of the university, as broader Australian expertise in the area of Water Resources Management will be sought. A Water Resources Management Course Advisory Group consists of several stakeholders including the CQUniversity Water Resources Management Group, ICE WaRM - Board of Studies (CQUniversity is a member) and the CQUniversity Environmental Management industry advisory group. The Committee has been, and continues to be, involved in all aspects of program development including identification of learning objectives and outcomes, content validation, assessment issues, and matters related to the design and delivery of each course unit.
