Graduate Diploma in Integrated Water Management (GDipIWM)
Information valid for students commencing 2018
The Graduate Diploma in Integrated Water Management is no longer available.
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2018
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2018)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5409
Faculty
Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Degree equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree in a relevant field with a GPA of at least 4.5 on a 7 point scale OR relevant post-secondary study and at least 2 years of relevant work experience. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and work experience will be individually assessed. Relevant fields include but are not limited to Engineering, Science, Environmental Management, Economics, Commerce, Business, Public Policy, International Development, Architecture, Regional or Town Planning. A minimum of two years practical experience in a related field is preferred.
Additional application information
For further information about the International WaterCentre please contact: Phone: +61 (0)7 3014 0200 Email:admin@watercentre.org Web: www.watercentre.org/education
AQF level
AQF level 8
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.
Enquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology
Email: enquiries@eait.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 4777
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2018
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2018)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5409
Faculty
Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Degree equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree in a relevant field with a GPA of at least 4.5 on a 7 point scale OR relevant post-secondary study and at least 2 years of relevant work experience. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and work experience will be individually assessed. Relevant fields include but are not limited to Engineering, Science, Environmental Management, Economics, Commerce, Business, Public Policy, International Development, Architecture, Regional or Town Planning. A minimum of two years practical experience in a related field is preferred.
CRICOS Code: 059261C
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 8
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 Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries 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 Integrated Water Management?
The Graduate Diploma in Integrated Water Management is no longer available. This program is for continuing students only. No new admissions will be accepted.
The Integrated Water Management suite of programs is taught by lecturers from The University of Queensland, Griffith University, along with Monash University, The University of Western Australia and leading practitioners. The program aims to build future water leaders with an emphasis on working in WASH and community development, in urban water policy, planning and management, or across stakeholders in the context of integrating water resource management for water, food, energy and environmental purposes. The program draws on the expertise of international leaders in education and research across a wide breadth of disciplines, taking a critical and interdisciplinary "whole-of-water-cycle" approach that equips students with practical tools and skills for developing and managing the implementation of solutions to local, regional, national and international water challenges. For more information, visit thttp://www.watercentre.org/education/masters.
What you can study
Students will develop the strategic, managerial and technical skills they need to advance in the water sector. They will become familiar with all aspects of integrated water resource management; be capable of providing water management expertise to help reduce poverty through equitable and sustainable use of water; be skilled to provide technical and managerial input into planning, design and operation of water projects and facilities; understand the principles of managing water supply, wastewater treatment and urban infrastructure projects; recognise the socio-economic factors impacting on effective water solutions; and understand the governance and institutional frameworks underpinning water resource management.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Integrated Water Management.
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
Degree equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree in a relevant field with a GPA of at least 4.5 on a 7 point scale OR relevant post-secondary study and at least 2 years of relevant work experience. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and work experience will be individually assessed. Relevant fields include but are not limited to Engineering, Science, Environmental Management, Economics, Commerce, Business, Public Policy, International Development, Architecture, Regional or Town Planning. A minimum of two years practical experience in a related field is preferred.
Additional application information
For further information about the International WaterCentre please contact: Phone: +61 (0)7 3014 0200 Email:admin@watercentre.org Web: www.watercentre.org/education
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Degree equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree in a relevant field with a GPA of at least 4.5 on a 7 point scale OR relevant post-secondary study and at least 2 years of relevant work experience. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and work experience will be individually assessed. Relevant fields include but are not limited to Engineering, Science, Environmental Management, Economics, Commerce, Business, Public Policy, International Development, Architecture, Regional or Town Planning. A minimum of two years practical experience in a related field is preferred.
Additional application requirements
For further information about the International WaterCentre please contact: Phone: +61 (0)7 3014 0200 Email:admin@watercentre.org Web: www.watercentre.org/education
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 059261C
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
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 Integrated Water Management
Careers
Participants will develop the leadership, managerial and technical skills they need to advance in the water sector, locally, nationally and internationally. Graduates will be able to pursue management positions and better able to exert leadership within public, private and non-governmental organisations. Students may enhance or pursue careers with water utilities, policy and planning bodies at various levels of government, consulting firms, mining companies and NGOs focussed on water related aspects of international development.
Program rules for the Graduate Diploma in Integrated Water Management
To complete the Graduate Diploma in Integrated Water Management
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Diploma in Integrated Water Management, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.
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:
