Graduate Certificate in Conservation Biology

University of Queensland

Australia, Brisbane

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University of Queensland

Australia , Brisbane

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

105698K

Campuses

St Lucia

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines27-Jul-2026

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Duration 0.5 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 29,028 / year(s)

Next Intake 27-Jul-2026

Graduate Certificate in Conservation Biology

About

Advance your knowledge of conservation, ecology and biodiversity to find effective solutions in securing the world's biological diversity.

Learn from some of the world’s leading conservation biology researchers, many of whom are part of the Centre for Biodiversity and Conservation Science and the Centre for Marine Science.

This program is suitable for botany, ecology, evolution, or zoology graduates seeking further education in conservation issues.

Deepen your understanding of all aspects of biodiversity and conservation, environmental philosophy, national and international conservation policy, and systematic conservation decision-making processes.

Discover how to use science to support conservation strategies and policies with a focus on the problems of restoring and maintaining viable populations of animal and plant species, and natural and managed ecosystems.

You'll graduate ready to confront complex conservation problems.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for entry, you'll need:

a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below).

You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.

GPA equivalent

Select where you studied and your qualification to see the GPA equivalent you need to be considered for this program.

Use the GPA equivalent as a guide. When you apply, we’ll calculate your GPA using the UQ grading scale. Any failing grades will be included. Entry requirements are subject to change.

a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below).

You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.

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English Program Requirements

English language requirements

IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

OET is not accepted.

There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

Learn how to meet the English language requirements

Career

Career possibilities

Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

Endangered species ecologist
Biodiversity educator
National parks and wildlife officer
Natural resources manager
Policy developer
Agribusiness consultant
Zoologist
Bush regeneration consultant
Ecotourism manager
Environment and sustainability consultant

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 29,028

Application Fee

AUD

Graduate Certificate in Conservation Biology

University of Queensland

Australia,

Brisbane

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