Graduate Certificate in Rural Science
| Official Abbreviation | GradCertRurSc |
| Course Type | Postgraduate |
| Commencement | Sem 1 and Sem 2 if available |
| Study Mode | On and Off Campus |
| Course Duration |
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| Fees | CSP or Full Fee |
| Total Credit Points | 24 |
| Overview | The Graduate Certificate in Rural Science is the first award level of a fully articulated program which gives qualified applicants the opportunity for study at progressive levels: Graduate Certificate in Rural Science, Graduate Diploma in Rural Science; Master of Agriculture or Master of Science in Agriculture. Students are able to complete either a prescribed course work program or they are able to design a program of study in an area of interest to them. The Graduate Certificate is awarded at the level of Pass, Pass with Credit, Pass with Distinction or Pass with High Distinction depending on the level of academic achievement. |
| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
| Entry Requirements | Applicants must hold a Bachelor degree, preferably in an agricultural or science-related area. Applicants with other qualifications and relevant experience will also be considered. |
| Career Opportunities | The Graduate Certificate in Rural Science is an intensive course and is designed to provide candidates with the opportunity to broaden or develop their professional knowledge and management skills in their chosen area of study. |
| Advanced Standing | Advanced standing may be granted for a maximum of six credit points on the basis previous study completed at a recognised tertiary institution or on the basis of relevant professional experience. |
| Other Benefits | On completion of the Graduate Certificate in Rural Science, students are able to articulate to the Graduate Diploma in Rural Science and will be granted advanced standing for all units completed towards the Graduate Certificate. |
| Academic Colours |
dioptase (BCC 203) |
| Further Information | 
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1. Admission to Candidature
1.1. An applicant for admission to candidature for the certificate shall:
(a) have fulfilled all the requirements for admission to a degree, or an equivalent qualification, acceptable to the school as sufficient qualification for admission to candidature; or
(b) satisfy the school by means of other qualifications and/or relevant experience that adequate preparation for candidature has been made.
1.2. Admission to candidature and the date of commencement of candidature shall be determined by the school on the recommendation of the relevant postgraduate course coordinator.
2. Program of Study
Each program of study shall be prescribed by the school on the recommendation of the relevant postgraduate course coordinator and shall comprise units at 200-level or higher with a total value of 24 credit points.
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