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    Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management - AHC51120

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    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Diploma

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    104848J

    Application Fee

    AUD 100 

    Campuses

    Melbourne City

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesFebruary-2026
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    Duration 2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 21,500  / year
    Next Intake February-2026

    Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management - AHC51120

    About

    The Diploma of Conservation and Land Management will introduce you to the skills used by land managers, park rangers, site assessors, water quality assessors and conservation staff.

    You'll learn how to survey animals and plants, monitor waterways, assess and restore natural sites, and undertake cultural studies relating to land management.

    You will also go on field trips to a variety of locations around Melbourne, as well as overnight excursions to places such as Heywood and Barmah Forest.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    You must have successfully completed a qualification recognised by RMIT as equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with a minimum average of 50% (see calculator below).

    Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

    Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.

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    English Program Requirements

    To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

    • IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 5.5 (with no individual band below 5.0)
    • TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 50 (with minimum of 5 in Reading, 5 in Listening, 14 in Speaking and 15 in Writing)
    • Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 42 (with no communication band less than 36)
    • C1 Advanced: minimum of 162 with no less than 154 in any component.

    For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

    Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Upper Intermediate at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

    Career

    Graduates may find work as a park ranger or member of a bush crew.

    They can work with organisations involved in conservation and land care, including:

    • local government
    • local area management committees
    • Parks Victoria
    • Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 21,500 

    Application Fee

    AUD 100 

    How to Apply

    Step 1: Find a course

    Step 2: Check the entry requirements

    Step 3: Collect required documents

    Step 4: Submit your application

    If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students. 

    Remember, our team are experts in RMIT study options and how to apply, so contact the team if you need support with your application.

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