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This graduate certificate provides an overview of a broad range of environmental, technical, political, social and scientific issues and innovations which can impact on agricultural production, as well as an overview of the biological and ecological principles to manage resources into the future.

Once you successfully complete all courses in the Graduate Certificate of Agricultural Futures program, you will receive full credit towards the Graduate Diploma of Science (Agricultural Science).

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Completion of an Australian university 3-year bachelor degree, or equivalent, in any discipline area, or equivalent professional work experience as determined through the Credit and Exemption Procedure.
• All students are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5, or equivalent.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $1,250

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

Further information

More information about the Graduate Certificate of Agricultural Futures is available.

The Undergraduate Certificate of Child and Family Studies gives you an entry point to working with children and their families. It focuses on developing your knowledge of underpinning theory and practices to support wellbeing, and manage emotional and behavioural problems.

This certificate can provide an entry point and four units of credit towards the Bachelor of Education (Primary), which provides graduates with a qualification for teaching students in a classroom school settings.

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident who is aged 17 years or over.
• Assumed knowledge: English. We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $1,250

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

Further information

More information about the Undergraduate Certificate of Child and Family Studies is available.

This Undergraduate Certificate of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) offers an introduction to the key concepts, knowledge and skills that underpin the work of an early childhood educator. It balances theoretical understandings with practical considerations to start a journey towards being in educational and care settings, as well as classroom contexts.

This certificate is an entry point and four units of credit towards a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood), which provides graduates with a qualification for working with children from birth to eight years of age.

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident who is aged 17 years or over.
• Assumed knowledge: English. We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $1,250

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

Further information

More information about the Undergraduate Certificate of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) is available.

This Undergraduate Certificate in Teaching (Primary) gives you an introduction to the key concepts, knowledge and skills that underpin the work of a primary school teacher. It balances theoretical understandings with practical considerations to start a journey towards being ‘classroom ready’.

This certificate is an entry point and four units of credit towards the Bachelor of Education (Primary), which provides graduates with a qualification for teaching students from Foundation to Year 6.

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident who is aged 17 years or over.
• Assumed knowledge: English. We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $1,250

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

Further information

More information about the Undergraduate Certificate in Teaching (Primary) is available.

This Undergraduate Certificate of Teaching (Secondary) introduces the key concepts, knowledge and skills that underpin the work of a secondary school teacher. It balances theoretical understandings with practical considerations enabling you to start a journey towards being ‘classroom ready’.

This certificate is an entry point to a Bachelor of Education (Secondary), which provides graduates with a qualification for teaching students from Year 7 to 12.

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident who is aged 17 years or over.
• Assumed knowledge: English. We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $1,250

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

Further information

More information about the Undergraduate Certificate in Teaching (Secondary) is available.

The Undergraduate Certificate of STEM Foundations is your pathway to a career in the Sciences.

It provides an introduction to the skills and knowledge needed to pursue further study in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. It explores numeracy, literacy, critical thinking and e-literacy demands of higher education studies and the professional workplace, and assists students who are new to higher education to transition into a university learning environment.

This program will particularly suit if you are considering a career change and want to enter into the world of science.

Successful completion of this qualification will enable entry and four units of credit towards the Diploma of University Studies (DOUS).

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident who is aged 17 years or over.
• Assumed knowledge: English. We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $1,250

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

The Graduate Certificate of Education (Guidance and Counselling) provides you with the foundational knowledge and practices to extend your teaching career to become a guidance officer, guidance counsellor or school counsellor.

This graduate certificate can be used as an entry point and will receive full credit towards the Master of Education (Guidance and Counselling), which equips graduates to develop the research skills that can be applied to a research project in guidance and counselling work contexts.

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Completion of an Australian university 3-year bachelor degree, or equivalent.
• All students are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5, or equivalent.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $1,250

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

The Graduate Certificate of Education (Special Education) will provide you with the foundational specialist knowledge and skills to work with students with learning difficulties. There is a specific focus on trauma-informed practice, autism, spectrum disorder, differentiation and wellbeing.

You can take the four units of credit from this qualification and use it as an entry point to the Master of Education (Special Education), which equips graduates with research skills that can be applied to a research project in special education work contexts.

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Completion of an Australian university 3-year bachelor degree, or equivalent.
• All students are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5, or equivalent.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $1,250

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

The Graduate Certificate of Education (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)) will broaden your knowledge of the importance of language and your knowledge of contemporary English language teaching methodologies. It is designed for practitioners who are aspiring leaders in the field of English language teaching.

This graduate certificate provides an entry point and four units of credit if you would like to continue your studies with a Graduate Diploma of Education (TESOL) or a Master of Education (TESOL).

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Completion of an Australian university 3-year bachelor degree, or equivalent.
• All students are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5, or equivalent.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $1,250

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

This graduate certificate provides foundational knowledge in a range of science topics suitable for teachers wanting to improve their understanding of sciences related to the Australian Curriculum.

If you successfully complete all courses in the Graduate Certificate of Science for Primary/Middle School Teaching, you will receive full credit towards the Graduate Diploma of Science (General Science).

Note: This qualification alone does not meet eligibility for teacher registration and therefore should only be taken if you already have completed an initial teacher education program.

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Completion of an Australian university 3-year bachelor degree, or equivalent, in any discipline area, or equivalent professional work experience as determined through the Credit and Exemption Procedure.
• All students are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5, or equivalent.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $2,500

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

Further information

More information about the Graduate Certificate of Science for Primary/Middle School Teaching is available.

The Undergraduate Certificate of Engineering Fundamentals provides you with foundational knowledge of engineering systems, including a broad introduction to the industry, engineering design, engineering materials, and mathematics.

Successful completion of this qualification will enable entry and four units of credit towards the Diploma of University Studies (DOUS).

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident who is aged 17 years or over.
• Assumed knowledge: English. We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $2,500

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

Further information

More information about the Undergraduate Certificate of Engineering Fundamentals is available.

This undergraduate certificate provides foundational knowledge of surveying and spatial science, including an introduction to the industry, spatial presentation, satellite positioning, problem solving, and mathematics.

Successful completion of the Undergraduate Certificate of Spatial Science Fundamentals will enable entry and four units of credit towards the Diploma of University Studies (DOUS).

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident who is aged 17 years or over.
• Assumed knowledge: English. We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $2,500

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

Further information

More information about the Undergraduate Certificate of Spatial Science Fundamentals is available.

The Graduate Certificate of Health Clinical Education focuses on developing your knowledge and enable you to facilitate learning in the clinical setting.

If you successfully complete all courses in this graduate certificate, you will receive full credit towards the Graduate Diploma of Health (Health Leadership) or the Graduate Diploma of Health (General).

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Completion of an Australian university 3-year bachelor degree in a health-related field, or equivalent.
• All students are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5, or equivalent.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $1,250

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

Further information

More information about the Undergraduate Certificate of Health Clinical Education is available.

This qualification provides Registered Nurses with advanced knowledge to safely and competently obtain, supply and administer medications under an extended practice authority.

If you successfully complete all courses in the Graduate Certificate of Nursing Scheduled Medicines, you will receive full credit towards the Graduate Diploma of Health (Rural and Remote) or Graduate Diploma of Health (General).

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Completion of an Australian university 3-year bachelor degree in nursing, or equivalent.
• All students are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5, or equivalent.
• Applicants must also:
  • be registered as a nurse in Division One of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) and must be able to demonstrate at least one years' full-time clinical experience. Applicants must provide a detailed CV including education, clinical experience, professional development, and full-time equivalent for each employer.
  • USQ requires written confirmation that the applicant is currently practicing as a RN and can complete required hours of clinical mentorship in their workplace.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $1,250

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

Further information

More information about the Graduate Certificate of Nursing Scheduled Medicines is available.

This undergraduate certificate covers foundational programming knowledge, explores core information systems concepts, web creation, and software development tools.

Successful completion of this qualification will enable entry and four units of credit towards the Diploma of Science (DPSC).

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident who is aged 17 years or over.
• Assumed knowledge: English. We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $2,500

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

Further information

More information about the Undergraduate Certificate of Computing/Information Technology is available.

The Undergraduate Certificate of Information Systems is an industry-oriented qualification focusing on assisting you to develop a broad range of skills to address both technical and business information systems issues.

The certificate will provide you with an opportunity to gain an understanding of the broader architecture of information systems and the and the principles of computer programming and of modern software engineering practice, while also developing an understanding of information system analysis and design in the business context.

This program is ideal if you know you want a career in IT but do not want to narrow your focus too early.

Successful completion of this qualification will enable entry and four units of credit towards the Bachelor of Information Technology (BITC).

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident who is aged 17 years or over.
• Assumed knowledge: English. We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $2,500

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

Further information

More information about the Undergraduate Certificate of Information Systems is available.

The Information Systems sector is one of the most rapidly growing industries globally and trained professionals are in high demand by organisations of all sizes.

The Undergraduate Certificate of IT Business Analysis is an industry-oriented qualification focusing on the effective analysis, development and management of information and communication technologies in organisations.

This certificate will provide you with the opportunity to develop the basic skills required to work in business analysis. It will equip you with expertise in business process management, and the skills to analyse, understand and manage data.

Successful completion of this program will enable entry and four units of credit towards the Bachelor of Information Technology (BITC).

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident who is aged 17 years or over.
• Assumed knowledge: English. We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $2,500

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

Further information

More information about the Undergraduate Certificate of Information Technology Business Analysis is available.

The Undergraduate Certificate of Information Technology Management is an industry-oriented qualification focusing on the management of business information technology resources relevant to industry needs and priorities.

The certificate will provide you with the opportunity to develop basic skills in information and security management. The emphasis is on developing the foundational skills and knowledge to solve business problems using information technology.

This program can be the beginning of a pathway into a variety of rapidly emerging IT career paths where business skills, for example communication, problem-solving and teamwork, are most important. Successful completion of the program will enable entry and four units of credit towards the Bachelor of Information Technology (BITC).

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident who is aged 17 years or over.
• Assumed knowledge: English. We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $2,500

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

Further information

More information about the Undergraduate Certificate of Information Technology Management is available.

We are living in an era of greater connectivity than before and IT professionals need to be able to work effectively in groups and teams as well as with individuals.

The Undergraduate Certificate of IT Team Management is an industry-oriented qualification focusing on assisting you to build the basic skills required to lead and participate in the collective efforts of the IT professionals you lead.

The certificate will provide you with an opportunity to explore cutting edge developments in team leadership, the practice of leading diverse and cross-functional teams, and how to address specific complexities and challenges.

Successful completion of this qualification will enable entry and four units of credit towards the Bachelor of Information Technology (BITC).

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident who is aged 17 years or over.
• Assumed knowledge: English. We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $2,500

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

Further information

More information about the Undergraduate Certificate of Information Technology Team Management is available.

The Undergraduate Certificate of Psychology Fundamentals provides you with foundation knowledge of psychology and a broad introduction to the practice of psychology.

Successful completion of this program will enable entry and four units of credit towards the Diploma of University Studies (DOUS).

What you will study

Entry requirements

• Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident who is aged 17 years or over.
• Assumed knowledge: English. We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth supported: AUD $1,250

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

Duration

Full-time, 0.5 years

Delivery

Online

Further information

More information about the Undergraduate Certificate of Psychology Fundamentals is available.