Overview

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.

Why study the Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management at RMIT?

Beyond the classroom

Learn how to conduct site assessments and identify plants first-hand through weekly field-trips.

Learn from experts

Learn about cultural heritage and Indigenous land management with direct input from Aboriginal Elders and community organisations.

Led by industry

Degree developed in close collaboration with key industry stakeholders, including Melbourne Water, Parks Victoria, and local councils.

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.