Graduate Certificate of Disaster Risk Science and Sustainability

    Graduate Certificate of Disaster Risk Science and Sustainability

    Duration0.5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 19,270 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 25, 2026
    Graduate Certificate of Disaster Risk Science and Sustainability

    About

    This Graduate Certificate addresses the global need for more effective practical implementation of disaster risk policy measures in regional countries impacted regularly by natural disasters. Students in this program will develop knowledge of how to approach and integrate disaster preparedness, mitigation and recovery programs to reduce societal and human losses, and enhance community resilience. Through interaction with predictive science for geo and hydrological hazards, students will be able to contribute effectively to country and governance specific disaster policy development which address priority hazards. This requires an understanding of the complex integrated policies and practices in this field, and the correlated impacts of climate change, development and socio-political frameworks on disaster governance.


    2025 Applicants: In 2025, this program is available for Semester 1 intake only

    Disciplines

    College of Science

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Admission Requirements

    Applicants must present one of the following:

  • Bachelor degree or international equivalent with GPA 4/7
  • Graduate Diploma or international equivalent with a GPA 4/7
  • Graduate Certificate or international equivalent with a GPA 4/7
  • 24 units of courses in a postgraduate program with a GPA of 4/7
  • Graduate Records Examination (GRE) General test, completed no more than 5 years before the time of application, with a minimum score of 155 for Verbal Reasoning, 155 for Quantitative Reasoning and 4.0 in Analytical Writing and a minimum of 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at ANZSCO Skill Level 1 in a field related to the program
  • A minimum 5 years full-time equivalent work experience at ANZSCO Skill Level 1 in a field related to the program
  • The GPA for a Bachelor program will be calculated from (i) a completed Bachelor degree using all grades and/or (ii) a completed Bachelor degree using all grades other than those from the last semester (or equivalent study period) of the Bachelor degree. The higher of the two calculations will be used as the basis for admission.

    This program is available for admission for domestic students only. It can be used as an exit pathway by domestic and international students.

    Ranking and English Language Proficiency: At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not automatically guarantee entry. In line with the University's admissions policy and strategic plan, an assessment for admission may include competitively ranking applicants on the basis of specific academic achievement, English language proficiency and diversity factors. Applicants will first be ranked on a GPA ('GPA1') that is calculated using all but the last semester (or equivalent) of the Bachelor degree used for admission purposes. If required, ranking may further be confirmed on the basis of:

  • a GPA ('GPA2') calculated on the penultimate and antepenultimate semesters (or equivalent) of the Bachelor degree used for admission purposes; and/or
  • demonstrating higher-level English language proficiency
  • Prior to enrolment in this ANU program, all students who gain entry will have their Bachelor degree reassessed, to confirm minimum requirements were met.

    Further Information English language admission requirements and post-admission support

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 64
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 80

    Career

    Career Options

    ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities. Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world.

    We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.

    Employment Opportunities

    A Graduate Certificate in Disaster Risk Science and Sustainability can improve your prospects for employment in government, the insurance industry and international aid organisations. All of these employers have a need for people with knowledge and skills in disaster risk, and this need is likely to increase as climate change leads to more frequent and intense natural hazard events.

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    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    19,270 / year(s)
    Application Fee 150
    Graduate Certificate of Disaster Risk Science and Sustainability
    Australian National University
    Australian National University
    Australia

    Australia, Canberra

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