A postgraduate program

There will be no new intake in this program in 2012 and Semester 1 2013.

For information about the program available from 2014 please contact  Dr Meryl Pearce.

Fast facts

Course type: 

Postgraduate (coursework)

Availability (full-time or part-time): 

Full-time
Part-time 

Location: 

On campus

Courses 

Course name
Units  Duration (full-time equivalent) GradStart code CRICOS code 
Graduate Certificate in Water Resources Management  18 units  6 months N/A
056803B
Graduate Diploma in Water Resources Management 36 units 1 yearN/A
056804A
Master of Water Resources Management 54 units1.5 yearsN/A
056805M

Overview

Our postgraduate programs in Water Resources Management give you access to a wide range of expertise, resources and state-of-the-art research facilities to help you increase your knowledge and skills in water resources management.

Graduates are suitable for careers in government departments, consultancies, water management bodies, local government, aid organisations and agricultural organisations.

What will I study?

Refer to the course rule:

Why study Water Resources Management at Flinders?

  • Flinders University, which delivers the groundwater hydrology/hydrogeology stream of these degrees, is the Australian centre for groundwater excellence and home of the National Centre for Groundwater Research and Training.
     
  • Surveys have ranked Flinders University highly among Australian universities for student satisfaction, teaching quality, teaching and research links, employer satisfaction with students and research spending and publication rate. The student population is about 15,600, with international students making up about 12%. The campus boasts halls of residence and off-campus, affordable accommodation is available nearby. Regular and frequent public transport services the campus on several routes.

How can I use water resource management knowledge in my career?

Graduates of these programs will find employment with government departments, engineering, environmental and water management consultancies, water management bodies, local government, aid organisations and agricultural organisations.

They may be engineers managing assets or large infrastructure projects, scientists exploring the dynamic inter-relationships of hydrology and aquatic ecosystems, technologists ensuring water treatment processes are safe for humans and the environment or they may be agricultural consultants boosting the efficiency of irrigation programs. The list is long and continually being extended.

The Masters course can also be a pathway to a PhD for those who don’t have honours and want to take a research career path.

Entry requirements

Domestic students Who are domestic students?

International students Who are international students?

Applicants must meet the following requirements for admission:

  • completion of a four-year undergraduate degree including honours in a relevant field* (Australian or equivalent); or
  • completion of a four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant field* (Australian or equivalent) with relevant experience**; or
  • completion of a three-year undergraduate degree plus honours in a relevant field* (Australian or equivalent); or
  • completion of a three-year undergraduate degree in a relevant field* (Australian or equivalent) with relevant experience** (requiring student to enter at Graduate Certificate level).

It is assumed that all applicants will have a demonstrated background in mathematics at least equivalent to Year 12 mathematics in Australia (e.g. Mathematical Studies in South Australia).

* Engineering and Science are considered as relevant fields.

** Relevant experience will need to be demonstrated to an appropriate level and will be assessed at the discretion of the Program Director.

Applicants must meet the following requirements for admission:

  • completion of a four-year undergraduate degree including honours in a relevant field* (Australian or equivalent); or
  • completion of a four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant field* (Australian or equivalent) with relevant experience**; or
  • completion of a three-year undergraduate degree plus honours in a relevant field* (Australian or equivalent); or
  • completion of a three-year undergraduate degree in a relevant field* (Australian or equivalent) with relevant experience** (requiring student to enter at Graduate Certificate level).

It is assumed that all applicants will have a demonstrated background in mathematics at least equivalent to Year 12 mathematics in Australia (e.g. Mathematical Studies in South Australia).

* Engineering and Science are considered as relevant fields.

** Relevant experience will need to be demonstrated to an appropriate level and will be assessed at the discretion of the Program Director.

English language requirements: If English is not your 1st language you must meet English language requirements.

Applications

Domestic students 

International students 

Mid-year entry: Information on mid-year entry Yes
Mid-year entry: Information on mid-year entry Yes
Apply through: 

Admissions/Prospective Students Office

Refer to postgraduate study applications

Apply through:  International Office  
Application closing dates: Check with Faculty of Science and Engineering.
Application closing dates: Semester 1 - 30 November of the year proceeding admission
Semester 2 - 31 May of that year

Annual fees

Course 

Place type 

Domestic students 

International students 

Graduate Certificate in Water Resources Management   Commonwealth supported  - Student contribution amount  What is a Commonwealth supported place?N/A  N/A
Full fee paying $10,800 $11,250
Graduate Diploma in Water Resources Management
Commonwealth supported  - Student contribution amount 
N/A  N/A
Full fee paying $21,600 $22,500
Master of Water Resources Management 
Commonwealth supported  - Student contribution amount 
N/A  N/A
Full fee paying $21,600  $22,500

Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. Further information: How are these fees calculated?How are these fees calculated?

Contact 

Faculty of Science and Engineering
Hotline: 1800 803 131 (local call cost)
Email: science@flinders.edu.au

Course Coordinator:
Water Resources Management
Dr Vincent Post
Phone:+61 8 8201 5077
Email: vincent.post@flinders.edu.au



General domestic students information

Web: Prospective students

Enquiries: Admissions/Prospective Students Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel (08) 8201 3074 or 1300 657 671 (local call cost)
Fax (08) 8201 2580
Email: admissions@flinders.edu.au

General international students information

Web: International students

Enquiries: Ask Flinders