Graduate Diploma in Natural Resource Economics (GDipNatResEcon)
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Semester 2 (26 Jul, 2010)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5099
Faculty
Natural Resources, Agriculture & Veterinary Science
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in any field OR relevant post-secondary study and work experience OR a relevant graduate certificate from this university.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
Faculty Office
Email: nravs.enquiries@uqg.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 5460 1276 or 1800 642 093 (Freecall)
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Semester 2 (26 Jul, 2010)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5099
Faculty
Natural Resources, Agriculture & Veterinary Science
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in any field OR relevant post-secondary study and work experience OR a relevant graduate certificate from this university.
CRICOS Code: 030139K
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
view the English proficiency policy.Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Graduate Diploma in Natural Resource Economics?
Natural resource economics is the study of using, consuming and protecting resources in the specialist fields of primary production and natural environment. Students gain a thorough grounding in the theory and application of agricultural and natural resource economics, and advance their analytical skills in a specialised field. Graduates have the ability to locate, interpret, integrate and apply knowledge from different disciplinary fields. The program trains students to effectively define an issue; analyse that issue; develop solutions or approaches to addressing the issue; and present an appropriate report.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Natural Resource Economics.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in any field OR relevant post-secondary study and work experience OR a relevant graduate certificate from this university.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in any field OR relevant post-secondary study and work experience OR a relevant graduate certificate from this university.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 030139K
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Graduate Diploma in Natural Resource Economics
Careers
Graduates find employment as:
- Economic advisors and consultants in private business and finance organisations in Australia and internationally;
- Public sector managers and policy analysts of the use and management of natural resources; and
- Planners and research officers formulating and evaluating economic policy with government and commercial agencies, both in Australia and overseas.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology
Program rules for the Graduate Diploma in Natural Resource Economics
To complete the Graduate Diploma in Natural Resource Economics
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Diploma in Natural Resource Economics, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
#16 from the MNatResEcon list comprising #8 from part A; and the remainder from a combination of courses from part A or part B or both.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
