Master of Forest Science and Management

Master

In Southport (Australia)

£ 14.47 + VAT

*Indicative price

Original amount in AUD:

$ 28

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Southport (Australia)

The Master of Forest Science and Management is a postgraduate qualification in plantation and natural forest management. Concerns about climate change, carbon sequestration and environment-friendly building materials have rekindled the demand for professional forest managers. Worldwide, forest management is becoming more intensive, with many forest products traded internationally as commodities. As a result, forest management agencies now require foresters with enhanced skills in strategic planning and management, which are both features of this course.
The Graduate Diploma of Forest Science and Management is also available as an entry point and is suited to graduates with a background in general or environmental sciences who wish to seek careers in government forest services, management of native forests, fire fighting, land use and parks management, mine site rehabilitation, plantation management and forestry restoration.
Career opportunities
A postgraduate qualification in forest management may lead to career opportunities in plantation and natural forest management. Graduates typically seek career advancement within the following fields:
Forest management
Carbon sequestration
Integrated tree cropping and farm forestry
National parks and protected area management
Environmental impact assessment and monitoring
Environmental education and interpretation.
Professional recognition
Masters graduates qualify for automatic full membership of the Institute of Foresters of Australia.
Major areas of study
The course structure is flexible to accommodate students who are interested in operational forestry or those who wish to pursue a research career.
The course provides targeted forest science and management education and training. It includes studies in natural resource management, measuring trees and forests, fire ecology and management, plant physiology and ecology, wood science, forest operations, silviculture, forest health and pest management. Students...

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Location

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Southport (Australia)
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Lismore, NSW 2480

Start date

On request

About this course

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Subjects

  • Forestry
  • Credit
  • Ecology
  • Fire
  • Access
  • International
  • University
  • Environmental Impact
  • Materials
  • Resource Management
  • Monitoring
  • Interpretation

Course programme

Graduate Diploma of Forest Science and Management Forest management Carbon sequestration Integrated tree cropping and farm forestry National parks and protected area management Environmental impact assessment and monitoring Environmental education and interpretation. Institute of Foresters of Australia Advanced standing Your previous learning experiences relevant to one or more units in this course may help you reduce the duration of your degree. Recognition of formal and non-formal learning Credit may be awarded to a student for formal learning (gained through full or partial achievement of an accredited qualification or course) or non-formal learning (that takes place through a non-accredited course or program of learning) completed at Southern Cross University or in other learning settings in Australia and/or overseas. Recognition of informal learning Credit may be awarded on the basis of current informal learning (that takes place through work, social, family or leisure activities). To help you identify how much credit you may receive for your related prior learning visit SCU Pathways. An application for advanced standing must be submitted so we can assess your prior learning. Please apply for advanced standing at the same time as you apply for admission into this course, because the amount of credit awarded will determine the sequence of units you will study. course structure MySCU is a student's point of entry to a range of online services and resources that support study and student life. The portal includes unit learning sites and information sites where students can access resources, communication tools and useful links that are integral to their studies. The web-based study environment Blackboard Learn delivers an advanced online learning environment for students and lecturers to communicate and collaborate through virtual meeting spaces, classrooms, and discussion boards. They can share files, presentations and applications. If a tutorial or lecture is recorded, students can view it afterwards. Learning materials include the provision of unit information guides, study guides and readings. Students may need to purchase or access prescribed text books. The SCU Library provides a wide range of services that include face-to-face and online help, and access to print and electronic resources. To find out more, see the Library Toolbox. The Academic Skills team supports student learning by offering online and on-campus academic skills workshops, email, phone, and one-on-one support. Course structure See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below. Table of contents Course requirements Advanced standing Schedule of units Course requirements To be eligible for the award of Master of Forest Science and Management a candidate shall successfully complete not less than sixteen (16) units (192 credit points) comprising: all units listed in Part A; and five (5) units from Part B; and five (5) units from Part C. A candidate who while enrolled for a Master of Forest Science and Management: has successfully completed four (4) units comprising two (2) units from Part A and two (2) units from Part B may elect to be awarded the Graduate Certificate of Forest Science and Management following withdrawal from candidature for the Master Degree; or has successfully completed eight (8) units comprising four (4) units from Part A and four (4) units (48 credit points) from Part B may elect to be awarded the Graduate Diploma of Forest Science and Management following withdrawal from candidature for the Master Degree Advanced standing Candidates for the Master of Forest Science and Management who have completed all the requirements for a relevant four (4) year undergraduate award in forestry or natural resource management may be granted advanced standing for up to eight (8) units. Schedule of units Part A FOR03083 - Measuring Trees and Forests FOR03085 - Native Forests Silviculture FOR03105 - Fire Ecology and Management FOR03107 - Plantation Silviculture FOR03169 - Minor Thesis (Part 1 of 2) FOR03170 - Minor Thesis (Part 2 of 2) Part B Electives Part C Electives Top Domestic students International students Confirm you meet the entry requirements including English language and academic entry and any specific pre-requisites. Apply Online Southern Cross University accepts applications directly through the International Application for Admissions form or via our online application services. Additional information on how to apply is available at SCU International. Please note applicants from some countries need to go through an Education Agent.

Master of Forest Science and Management

£ 14.47 + VAT

*Indicative price

Original amount in AUD:

$ 28